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Strategic Program Management for International Development and Humanitarian Professionals

Strategic Program Management for International Development and Humanitarian Professionals

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Strategic Program Management for International Development and Humanitarian Professionals



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed for international development and humanitarian professionals who want to improve their strategic program management skills. Participants will learn how to design, implement, and evaluate programs that achieve sustainable results and make a lasting impact.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the principles and best practices of strategic program management
  • Learn how to design and implement effective programs that achieve sustainable results
  • Develop skills in program planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation
  • Understand how to engage stakeholders and build partnerships
  • Learn how to manage risks and adapt to changing contexts
  • Develop skills in leadership and team management


Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Strategic Program Management

  • Defining strategic program management
  • Principles and best practices of strategic program management
  • Overview of the program management cycle

Module 2: Program Design and Planning

  • Needs assessment and analysis
  • Program design and planning frameworks
  • Setting program goals and objectives
  • Developing a program logic model
  • Creating a program budget and resource plan

Module 3: Program Implementation and Management

  • Program implementation frameworks and tools
  • Managing program teams and stakeholders
  • Building partnerships and engaging stakeholders
  • Managing program risks and adapting to changing contexts
  • Monitoring and evaluating program progress

Module 4: Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Principles and best practices of monitoring and evaluation
  • Developing a monitoring and evaluation plan
  • Collecting and analyzing data
  • Using data to inform program decisions
  • Evaluating program impact and effectiveness

Module 5: Leadership and Team Management

  • Leadership styles and principles
  • Managing high-performing teams
  • Building a positive team culture
  • Effective communication and conflict resolution
  • Coaching and mentoring team members

Module 6: Resource Mobilization and Management

  • Resource mobilization strategies and tools
  • Managing program finances and budgets
  • Procurement and supply chain management
  • Managing program logistics and operations
  • Ensuring program accountability and transparency

Module 7: Strategic Partnerships and Collaboration

  • Building strategic partnerships and collaborations
  • Identifying and engaging stakeholders
  • Developing partnership agreements and MOUs
  • Managing partnership relationships and expectations
  • Evaluating partnership effectiveness and impact

Module 8: Risk Management and Adaptation

  • Identifying and assessing program risks
  • Developing a risk management plan
  • Implementing risk mitigation strategies
  • Monitoring and reviewing risk management progress
  • Adapting to changing contexts and unexpected events

Module 9: Program Closure and Evaluation

  • Planning for program closure and transition
  • Conducting a final evaluation and review
  • Ensuring program sustainability and legacy
  • Celebrating program achievements and impact


Certificate of Completion

Participants who complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service.



Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging learning experience
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date content
  • Personalized learning and support
  • Practical and real-world applications
  • High-quality content and expert instructors
  • Certification upon completion
  • Flexible learning and mobile accessibility
  • Community-driven and interactive discussion forums
  • Actionable insights and hands-on projects
  • Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
  • Gamification and progress tracking
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