Training on Resource Mobilization and Proposal Writing with Akwajobs Academy

   (Online (Virtual))

Posted : 26 June, 2021

Category : Training & Development   Location : Online (Virtual)

Job type : Part Time

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About the Course

The ability of development partners to implement their project interventions is dependent on their access to donor funding. Access to these funds requires submission of proposals for consideration by the potential donors. Project results should be effectively communicated and shared through good reports.

For sustainable and effective implementation of project interventions, it is essential that organizations have the capacity to design, write and deliver high quality project proposals and reports.  This course aims to equip participants with skills in writing and presenting effective and successful proposals. 

Target Participants

This course is aimed at managers, program/project coordinators and other project staff whose roles involve developing proposals for fundraising and report writing for their organization.

Course duration

Online Training – 8 Weeks – 2 days/week
Classroom Training – 8 Weeks – 2 days/week

What you will learn

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

Understand different ways of resource mobilization
Understand the principles of project development and proposal writing
Organize the different components of a proposal in a logical flow
Write an effective proposal according to donor’s requirements and guidelines
Use of M&E frameworks in project design when developing a proposal
Write good quality reports tailored to a target audience

Course Outline

Introduction to Resource Mobilization
Resource mobilization principles and practices
Resource mobilization approaches
Proposal and grants application
Fundraising
Business Plans
Current funding environment for non-profit organizations
Resource Mobilization Planning
Strategic plan and resource mobilization
Resource mobilization strategy
Resource mobilization action plan
Overview of Proposal Writing
Proposal writing in grants mobilization
Understanding donors’ requirements
Proposal formats
Project development and proposal Writing
Components of a Project Proposal
Project Rationale
Project Background
Needs Assessment including target population
Project Justification
Project Overview
Project Goal and Objectives
Project Beneficiaries
Critical Assumptions
Project Strategies
Project Design
Project theory of change 
Design of project results using causal pathway
Project Activities; outputs and activities matrix 
Logical framework 
Performance measurement framework
Project Monitoring and Evaluation
Monitoring plan
Evaluation plan
Risk Management
Risk Matrix
Risk Response plan
Project Management
Project organogram
Project Coordination
Partners responsibilities
Cross Cutting Issues in Proposal Writing
Gender Mainstreaming
Governance
Environmental Sustainability
Human Rights
Budget Development
Detailed budget
Cost Sharing 
Summary budget
Organization Capacity 
Organization profile
Organization Capacity
Relevant experience
Submitting the Proposal
Funding agency forms
Packaging, politicking and refunding
Submission, traditional and online
Tips for final checks
Proposal Review
Proposal review criteria
Proposal review process
Grant agreement
Proposal and Report writing Best practices
Common mistakes during proposal and report writing
Tips for successful proposal and report writing
Case studies of successful proposals and effective reports

Training Approach

This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.

Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued a certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more akwajobs@gmail.com

Payment

The training fee - $400 (221,067 CFA) covers tuition fees, learning materials, and training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request.

Payment should be sent to our Mobile Money Account Number +237 674 542 410 with account name Ayinuih Sahfua Asamaou before start of training and proof of payment sent to akwajobsacademy@gmail.com

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