Project Management in a Humanitarian Context

Course Objective

The objective of the course is to enhance the professional competencies of the organization’s staff in the field of humanitarian project management in accordance with the requirements of international donors.

The training is aimed at developing practical skills in project planning and implementation, procurement, financial management, monitoring and evaluation (MEAL), reporting, as well as preparing project proposals in compliance with the principles of accountability, transparency, and the effective use of donor funds.

This course is designed for:

  • project managers
  • NGO operations managers
  • leaders of civil society organizations
  • program managers
  • project administrators

Learning Format

  • Duration of a session: 2 academic hours
  • Lecture modules, practical assignments, case studies, group discussions, preparation of a final project
  • Group training: 186,000 UAH / group of up to 12 participants
  • Individual mentoring: 32,000 UAH / participant

What Will Graduates Gain?

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Program

1

Format: Online

  • Overview of the course curriculum and expected outcomes;
  • Overview of the humanitarian context and the specifics of donor projects;
  • Initial assessment of knowledge in project management, procurement, finance, and MEAL.
2

Topics:

  • the humanitarian project life cycle: initiation, planning, implementation, and closure;
  • the logical framework approach and results-based management;
  • coordinating the project team and collaborating with partners;
  • risk management and adapting the project to changes in the humanitarian context;
  • accountability, transparency, and compliance with internal and donor procedures.

Practical tasks:

  • developing the project logic;
  • identifying risks and planning measures to minimize them.
3

Topics:

  • developing a procurement plan in accordance with the project budget and schedule;
  • donor requirements and procurement procedure compliance (donor compliance);
  • preparing technical specifications, requests for proposals, and tender documentation;
  • evaluating proposals and selecting suppliers;
  • drafting and managing contracts, monitoring the fulfillment of obligations.

Practical tasks:

  • developing a procurement plan;
  • evaluating examples of commercial proposals.
4

Topics:

  • developing project budgets in accordance with approved activities;
  • monitoring the use of funds and adherence to budget limits;
  • financial reporting and supporting documents;
  • donor financial requirements and compliance standards;
  • preventing financial irregularities and risks.

Practical tasks:

  • preparing a project budget;
  • analyzing financial reports and common errors.
5

Topics:

  • developing indicators and monitoring tools;
  • collecting and analyzing data on the implementation of activities and the achievement of results;
  • preparing program reports in accordance with donor requirements;
  • using monitoring data for evidence-based decision-making.

Practical tasks:

  • developing indicators and MEAL tools;
  • preparing a sample program report.
6

Topics:

  • analysis of donor calls for proposals and selection criteria;
  • formulation of a project idea and intervention logic;
  • preparation of the budget and budget explanatory notes;
  • alignment of the program, financial, and procurement components of the proposal;
  • submission requirements and internal quality control of proposals.

Practical tasks:

  • developing a project proposal concept;
  • justifying the budget.
7
  • final testing of knowledge and practical skills;
  • feedback and discussion of learning outcomes;
  • issuance of certificates to participants who have successfully completed the course.

FAQ

1

The course helps to improve the professional competencies of the organization's employees in accordance with the strict requirements of international donors. The training is aimed at developing practical skills in management, organization of purchases and finances in compliance with the principles of accountability, transparency and effective use of donor funds.

2

You will learn how to manage the entire life cycle of a humanitarian project, develop budgets and procurement plans in accordance with the requirements of donors (donor compliance). The program also covers the creation of MEAL tools, writing project applications, risk management and preparation of program reports.

3

The program lasts 8 weeks and is designed for 50 hours of study. It consists of 16 online sessions combining learning tasks, practical work, and self-study. Each online session lasts 2 academic hours. The process includes lecture modules, case studies, group discussions, and practical tasks along with the preparation of a final project.

4

Yes, the course can be fully tailored to your team's or organization's corporate needs. The program is customized taking into account the specifics of your current humanitarian initiatives, internal processes, key international donor requirements, and the skill level of your staff. Additionally, the class schedule, course duration, and practical workshops (analyzing your team's real-world cases) are agreed upon individually.

Course
6 weeks
16 lessons

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