Project activities in local self-government bodies: key trends and challenges

The article is devoted to topical issues of development of project activity in local self-government bodies, amalgamated territorial communities, analysis of real practices and the current situation. The study analyzed the legal basis for attracting extra-budgetary funds for the development of local communities, the procedure for preparing project applications, interaction with donor organizations and partners, as well as challenges and opportunities in the field. In particular, attention is focused on such aspects as the selection of the competition, the presence of a team and the role of the project manager in preparing a quality project application, opportunities for cooperation with NGOs and cooperation of amalgamated territorial communities in preparing and implementing of joint projects. The analysis of the current situation, dynamics and the main trends in the development of project activities in local self-governments is carried out. The experience of cities and small rural communities is compared. Emphasis is placed on the prospects of development, potential areas of project activities in the amalgamated territorial communities. One of the main obstacles to successful project activities in local governments is the lack of human resources and lack of experienced professionals. Emphasis is placed on the need for continuous practical work and the assistance of external experts who can provide advice, help in improving the skills of project management specialists in communities. The motivational component, stimulation of local government employees to develop work in the direction should not be left out either