Course Overview
Most of the development projects are financed through grants from donors. It is the responsibility of the project management team to ensure that the limited resources are used optimally and efficiently to achieve maximum impact. This course covers the entire grants lifecycle, from proposal writing to post-award management, ensuring participants are well-versed in the best practices and compliance requirements of grants management.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Grant Managers
- Project Coordinators
- Nonprofit Organization Leaders
- Financial Officers
- Development Professionals
- Program Officers
- Researchers
- Anyone involved in grant writing, management, and reporting
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key components of successful grant management.
- Develop skills for writing compelling grant proposals.
- Learn the best practices for managing awarded grants.
- Gain knowledge on compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Enhance abilities to monitor and evaluate grant-funded projects.
- Acquire techniques for effective grant reporting and communication with funders.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Grants Management
- Overview of Grants Management
- The Grant Lifecycle: From Proposal to Closeout
- Key Roles and Responsibilities in Grants Management
- Identifying Funding Sources
Module 2: Grant Proposal Development
- Elements of a Winning Grant Proposal
- Researching and Aligning with Funders' Priorities
- Developing a Project Plan and Budget
- Writing Effective Problem Statements, Objectives, and Methodologies
- Common Pitfalls in Grant Proposal Writing
Module 3: Post-Award Grant Management
- Grant Agreement Review and Compliance
- Setting Up Systems for Grant Management
- Budget Monitoring and Financial Management
- Subaward Management and Oversight
- Risk Management in Grants
Module 4: Monitoring and Evaluation
- Designing Monitoring and Evaluation Plans
- Data Collection Methods and Tools
- Measuring Outcomes and Impact
- Using Evaluation Results for Decision Making
- Reporting and Communicating Results to Stakeholders
Module 5: Grant Reporting and Closeout
- Preparing Financial and Programmatic Reports
- Ensuring Compliance with Reporting Requirements
- Strategies for Effective Communication with Funders
- Managing Grant Closeout Procedures
- Lessons Learned and Best Practices for Continuous Improvement
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
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