Pathfinder Fund

The evaluation, conducted by Coopers & Lybrand, covered the period through 7/89. Pathfinder has a worldwide reputation for its pivotal role in international FP and has experienced a doubling in size during the past four years. Its objective has remained clear over the years. Nonetheless, the organization suffers from a lack of consensus concerning strategic direction, an inappropriate organization structure, and a strategic planning process which has been repeatedly disrupted by exogenous, often political, factors. These problems have resulted in weak internal management, disillusioned staff both at the headquarters and in the field, a jeopardized relationship with A.I.D., and in some instances, compromised performance.