Stakeholder Communication Plan Template

Project Information

Project Name

Project Manager

Start Date

End Date

Project Description

How to Use This Template

Power Level: High = Can approve/block the project | Low = Limited influence on decisions

Interest Level: High = Actively engaged | Low = Minimal involvement

Position: Champion, Supporter, Neutral, Skeptic, or Resistor

Strategy: Manage Closely (High Power/High Interest) | Keep Satisfied (High Power/Low Interest) | Keep Informed (Low Power/High Interest) | Monitor (Low Power/Low Interest)

Stakeholder Analysis

Name / Role	Power Level	Interest Level	Position	Strategy	Key Concerns	Action

Communication Strategy by Segment

Manage Closely (High Power / High Interest)

Key Stakeholders

Communication Frequency

Primary Channels

Content Focus

Keep Satisfied (High Power / Low Interest)

Key Stakeholders

Communication Frequency

Primary Channels

Content Focus

Keep Informed (Low Power / High Interest)

Key Stakeholders

Communication Frequency

Primary Channels

Content Focus

Monitor (Low Power / Low Interest)

Key Stakeholders

Communication Frequency

Primary Channels

Content Focus

Resistance Management Plan

Identified Resistant Stakeholders

Sources of Resistance

Engagement Tactics

Escalation Plan

Engagement Success Metrics

How will you measure engagement effectiveness?

Review Schedule