Project Cycle Management in Humanitarian Settings Training Course

Module 1: Project Cycle Management Fundamentals

• Introduction to the humanitarian project cycle
• The importance of a systematic approach
• The role of a needs assessment in project design
• The key phases of a humanitarian project
• Practical session: Analyzing the project cycle of a real-world humanitarian project

Module 2: Project Identification and Design

• The importance of a clear problem statement
• The role of stakeholder analysis in project design
• Techniques for designing projects for sustainability and impact
• The importance of a project charter
• Practical session: Drafting a project charter for a mock project

Module 3: Project Planning and Logical Framework

• The importance of a robust project plan
• The Logical Framework Approach (LogFrame) and its components
• Developing a work breakdown structure
• Techniques for creating and managing a project schedule
• Practical session: Creating a LogFrame for a sample humanitarian project

Module 4: Project Implementation and Monitoring

• The role of a project manager during implementation
• The importance of a monitoring plan
• Developing key performance indicators (KPIs) and data collection tools
• The importance of a feedback and accountability mechanism
• Practical session: Developing a simple monitoring plan for a project

Module 5: Project Evaluation and Learning

• The purpose and importance of a project evaluation
• The different types of evaluations
• The importance of a lessons learned process
• Integrating learning into future projects
• Practical session: A discussion on the key components of a project evaluation report

Module 6: Grant Management and Donor Reporting

• The importance of a project budget in the humanitarian sector
• Managing grant requirements and reporting to donors
• Techniques for financial tracking and reporting
• The role of an internal audit and accountability
• Practical session: Drafting a section of a progress report for a donor

Module 7: Risk Management in Humanitarian Projects

• Identifying and analyzing common project risks
• The role of a risk register in a humanitarian environment
• Strategies for mitigating risks related to security, access, and finance
• The importance of a security management plan
• Practical session: A group exercise on identifying and mitigating risks in a case study

Module 8: Stakeholder Engagement and Accountability

• Identifying and analyzing project stakeholders
• The importance of a participatory approach
• Strategies for building trust with beneficiaries
• The role of a feedback and accountability mechanism
• Practical session: A role-playing exercise on a community consultation meeting

Module 9: Transition and Closeout

• The process of a project closeout
• The importance of a transition plan
• Ensuring all deliverables are met and documented
• The importance of a final project report
• Practical session: Creating a project closeout checklist

Module 10: Practical Application and Case Study

A comprehensive review of all course modules

• Participants work on an extended humanitarian project case study
• Developing a full project plan, including LogFrame, budget, and risk register
• Presenting their strategy to a mock donor
• Practical session: Finalizing and presenting a complete project plan for a complex humanitarian project

Requirements:

• Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
• Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.

Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588