Strengthen your project management skills. Learn to navigate each stage of the project cycle, from design to evaluation, for impactful NGO projects.

Training on Project Cycle Management for NGOs

Course Overview

The success of any project hinges on effective management throughout its lifecycle, from inception to evaluation. This training course on Project Cycle Management (PCM) is specifically designed to equip NGO staff and development practitioners with practical tools and techniques for managing projects in a structured and results-oriented manner. PCM provides a framework for planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating projects to ensure accountability, sustainability, and maximum impact. Participants will gain valuable insights into integrating stakeholder involvement, risk management, and resource optimization into their project workflows.

Course Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend?

  • NGO project managers, coordinators, and team leaders.
  • Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) specialists.
  • Program officers and field staff.
  • Donor agencies and development consultants.
  • Anyone involved in designing, implementing, or evaluating NGO projects.
Course Level: Intermediate

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the phases of the project cycle and their interconnections.
  • Gain skills in project design using tools such as Logical Framework Approach (LFA).
  • Learn how to develop clear and realistic project objectives, outcomes, and indicators.
  • Acquire techniques for monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to donors.
  • Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Develop strategies for stakeholder engagement and effective resource utilization.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Project Cycle Management

  • Overview of the project cycle and key phases
  • Principles and importance of PCM in NGOs
  • Stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies

Module 2: Project Design and Planning

  • Problem and objective analysis
  • Logical Framework Approach (LFA)
  • Developing SMART objectives and performance indicators
  • Risk management and mitigation

Module 3: Implementation and Monitoring

  • Effective work plan development
  • Resource allocation and management
  • Monitoring tools and techniques (e.g., Gantt charts, KPI dashboards)
  • Adaptive management: responding to changes

Module 4: Evaluation and Reporting

  • Types and methods of project evaluation (formative, summative, etc.)
  • Data collection and analysis for evaluation
  • Writing impactful project reports for donors and stakeholders
  • Ensuring accountability and transparency

Module 5: Sustainability and Lessons Learned

  • Planning for project sustainability and exit strategies
  • Case studies and group exercises on real-world scenarios
  • Identifying lessons learned and integrating them into future projects
  • Course review and action planning
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 [email protected].
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:

Email: [email protected]
Mobile: +254759708394

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Classroom Training Schedules


April 2025
Date Duration Venue Fee Enroll
7 Apr - 11 Apr 2025 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
14 Apr - 18 Apr 2025 5 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
21 Apr - 25 Apr 2025 5 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
28 Apr - 2 May 2025 5 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
7 Apr - 11 Apr 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register
14 Apr - 18 Apr 2025 5 days Kampala, Uganda USD 1,900 Register
21 Apr - 25 Apr 2025 5 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 3,500 Register
21 Apr - 25 Apr 2025 5 days Dar es Salaam, Tanzania USD 1,700 Register
28 Apr - 2 May 2025 5 days Cape Town, South Africa USD 2,300 Register
7 Apr - 11 Apr 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register
May 2025
Date Duration Venue Fee Enroll
5 May - 9 May 2025 5 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
12 May - 16 May 2025 5 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
19 May - 23 May 2025 5 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
26 May - 30 May 2025 5 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 80,000 | USD 1,000 Register
5 May - 9 May 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register
12 May - 16 May 2025 5 days Kampala, Uganda USD 1,900 Register
19 May - 23 May 2025 5 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 3,500 Register
19 May - 23 May 2025 5 days Dar es Salaam, Tanzania USD 1,700 Register
26 May - 30 May 2025 5 days Cape Town, South Africa USD 2,300 Register
5 May - 9 May 2025 5 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 1,400 Register

Online Training Schedules


April 2025
Date Duration Session Fee Enroll
14 Apr - 18 Apr 2025 5 days Full-day KES 55,000 | USD 550 Register
May 2025
Date Duration Session Fee Enroll
12 May - 16 May 2025 5 days Full-day KES 55,000 | USD 550 Register
For customized training dates or further enquiries, kindly contact us on +254759708394 or email us at [email protected].

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