Abstract:
Mutual partnerships between
international NGOs and local organizations have become a
critical approach for enhancing organizational performance,
technical capacity, and sustainability, particularly in
fragile and developing contexts such as Afghanistan. This
study examines the impact of mutual partnerships on local
NGOs, using CARE International and its local partners as a
case study. Data was collected from staff and local partner
organizations through structured questionnaires and document
reviews and analyzed using SPSS software. The findings reveal
that effective communication, trust, and employee commitment
are key drivers of successful partnerships, fostering
alignment, collaboration, accountability, and shared
ownership of organizational goals. Equitable resource sharing
and capacity-building initiatives were also found to
significantly enhance technical and institutional capacity.
Additionally, demographic factors such as gender,
organizational role, department, and years of experience, as
well as cultural awareness, influence organizational
outcomes. Overall, the study confirms that well-structured
mutual partnerships are essential for improving performance,
strengthening technical capacity, delivering quality
services, and ensuring long-term sustainability. By
prioritizing communication, trust, commitment, equitable
resource management, and cultural sensitivity, CARE
International and its local partners can achieve effective
collaboration and sustainable development outcomes.
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