Latin American Studies ETDs

Publication Date

Spring 4-3-2018

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to study factors that facilitate technical knowledge sharing internally in international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) in Ecuador. Using a qualitative design, and semi-structured interviews this study examined knowledge sharing practices in four INGOS located in Quito, capital of Ecuador.

The findings supported nine factors identified in the literature as influencing knowledge sharing practices. These factors included (1) organizational culture, (2) role in organization, (3) procedures for managing knowledge, (4) perceived value of knowledge sharing, (5) media used for sharing information, (6) management practices, (7) organizational structure, (8) mission and strategy, and (9) organizational climate and motivation. In addition, seventeen new factors emerged in the Ecuadorian context to influence knowledge sharing. All these factors not only support knowledge sharing in INGOs but also increase people’s skills for capacity building so that INGOs can fulfill their missions effectively.

Language

English

Keywords

Capacity building, Ecuador, factors, INGOs, knowledge management, knowledge sharing, learning organization, NGOs, Quito, UNM.

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Latin American Studies

Level of Degree

Doctoral

Department Name

Latin American Studies

First Committee Member (Chair)

Claudia B. Isaac, Ph.D.

Second Committee Member

Charlotte Gunawardena, Ph.D.

Third Committee Member

Roli Varma, Ph.D.

Fourth Committee Member

James Richardson, MCP

Comments

KNOWLEDGE SHARING AS A MEANS FOR CAPACITY BUILDING IN INTERNATIONAL NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS IN ECUADOR

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