Date of Conferral

5-8-2025

Date of Award

5-8-2025

Degree

Doctor of Public Administration (D.P.A)

School

Public Policy and Administration

Advisor

Karel Kurst-Swanger

Abstract

Organization X’s mission to strengthen legal rights and rehabilitate inmates involves effective collaboration with government entities. Organization X struggled to build strong partnerships with government agencies, limiting its ability to provide legal aid and rehabilitation services to marginalized inmates and victims of human rights violations. The purpose of this study was to use a SWOT analysis to explore the challenges and opportunities in government partnerships, aiming to identify barriers and recommend strategies to strengthen collaboration, build staff capacity, and enhance service delivery. Guided by four research questions, the study examined barriers and opportunities in government partnerships. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with six Organization X staff and three Nigerian Correctional Service officials, and analysis of archival documents including annual reports, strategic plans, and the Nigerian Correctional Service Act. Reflexive thematic analysis revealed bureaucratic inefficiencies, funding limitations, and communication gaps. Strengths included commitment to rehabilitation, opportunities involved technology, and stakeholder engagement. The study produced several practical deliverables for Organization X, including a strategic report with partnership development strategies, workforce expansion plans, and key performance indicators to guide implementation. These tools were designed to support the organization’s mission and improve collaboration with government entities. The study informs public administration by improving NGO-government collaboration and supports positive social change by enhancing justice and rehabilitation services for marginalized populations.

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