Figure 3
The conceptual model shows a rectangular box labeled “Strategic Governance for Sustainability” in the upper center that serves as a primary hub. Above it, three rectangular boxes connect to it via single-headed arrows: “Values-based leadership and commitment” on the left, “Institutional continuity across leadership transitions” in the center, and “Vision, policy, and project-funding alignment” on the right. Below the central hub, a hexagonal box labeled “Dynamic Adaptation Sustainable Project Outcomes” receives a single-headed arrow from “Strategic Governance for Sustainability”. On the lower left, a rounded rectangular box labeled “Adaptability” connects to the central hexagon with a single-headed arrow. Below “Adaptability”, three rectangular boxes connect to it with upward-pointing arrows: “Structural flexibility to adjust policies and processes” on the left, “Iterative learning and organisational reflection” in the center, and “Stakeholder engagement and collaboration” on the right. On the lower right, a rounded rectangular box labeled “Proficiencies” connects to the central hexagon with a single-headed arrow. Below “Proficiencies”, three rectangular boxes connect to it with upward-pointing arrows: “Data and technology capabilities” on the left, “Evidence-based decision-making” in the center, and “Cross-functional and cross-organisational collaboration” on the right. A large dashed oval encompasses the central components, comprising three double-headed arrows labeled “Feedback and continuous learning”. These feedback arrows are positioned between the top section and “Adaptability”, between the top section and “Proficiencies”, and at the bottom between “Adaptability” and “Proficiencies”.Conceptual model for organisational responsiveness to sustainability using projects