Plan → Sprint

Clarity and confidence to decide

Sprint engagement · 3 Months

Purpose

Validate fundability quickly: sharpen the problem, draft a lean Theory of Change and logframe, stress-test the budget, and decide whether to proceed.

What You Walk Away With
  • A clear decision: proceed to full design, pivot, or not pursue
  • If "proceed," you'll have a prioritized scope for Engagement
  • Reduced risk before committing to full project design
What's Included

Included

  • Problem statement refinement
  • Lean Theory of Change (diagram + narrative)
  • High-level logframe (key indicators, baselines/targets if available)
  • Budget feasibility assessment (sanity check + risks)
  • Fundability scorecard + recommendations

Not Included

  • Full grant narrative
  • Full monitoring plan
  • Procurement plans
  • Lengthy primary research
  • Detailed MEL toolkits (covered in Engagement)
How It Works
1

Kickoff & Evidence Intake

Month 1

Align on objectives, gather background docs, and identify key stakeholders

2

Rapid Synthesis

Month 1-2

Analyze existing evidence and map the problem landscape

3

Draft ToC + Lean Logframe

Month 2

Develop initial Theory of Change and high-level logframe

4

Review & Prioritize

Month 2-3

Collaborative review sessions to refine and validate approach

5

Handoff & Recommendations

Month 3

Deliver Sprint Report with go/no-go recommendations

Meeting Cadence
  • 1× kickoff session (60–90 min)
  • Bi-weekly check-ins (30 min)
  • Final readout presentation (60 min)
What You Provide
  • Background documents (concept notes, prior reports)
  • Access to 1–2 subject matter experts
  • Any donor RFP or funding guidelines
  • Timing constraints and deadlines
  • Known risks and assumptions
Final Deliverables
  • Sprint Report containing:
  • Theory of Change snapshot
  • Lean logframe with key indicators
  • Budget notes and feasibility assessment
  • Fundability scorecard
  • Go/no-go recommendations with next steps
Investment & Timeline
Duration
3 Months
Investment
Fixed fee engagement
Investment
50% payment to start, 50% on delivery
Investment
One revision cycle included
Risks & How We Handle Them
  • Limited evidence or unavailable SMEs can reduce fidelity
  • Scope remains intentionally narrow to protect timeline
  • Additional research may be recommended for Engagement phase