PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN HUMANITARIAN AND DEVELOPMENT CONTEXTS

Coached Online Learning Program: 17 February – 24 March 2025

In humanitarian and development work, project management skills are essential. They help us:

• Plan and execute interventions that deliver real impact
• Adapt to complex, unpredictable environments
• Coordinate effectively with diverse stakeholders

A successful project manager ensures that:

• Projects align with the needs of communities and donor priorities
• Resources are used efficiently, with tangible benefits for those in need
• Stakeholders remain engaged
• The project delivers measurable results

This 6-week course with live interactive sessions is designed specifically for project managers and officers working in humanitarian and development contexts.

You will gain insights into effective project planning, implementation, and management to deliver impactful results in the field. The course combines theoretical learning with real-world applications to prepare you for the challenges of conflict zones, disaster-affected areas, and other difficult settings.

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND RESULTS

This course will empower you to contribute effectively to the success of your projects, helping deliver humanitarian and development assistance that meets the needs of vulnerable communities. By the end of this course, you will:

• Gain a solid understanding of the core phases of project management—Initiation, Planning, Implementation, Monitoring, and Closing—tailored for humanitarian and development settings.
• Learn to navigate complex environments, including coordination with multiple stakeholders, ensuring donor compliance, and effective community engagement.
• Master essential project management tools such as logframes, Gantt charts, and risk assessments, applying them directly to humanitarian scenarios.

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

• Design, implement, and monitor projects that deliver tangible benefits to communities in need.
• Effectively address context-specific challenges, ensuring that resources are used efficiently and that projects align with donor expectations.
• Improve your skills in stakeholder engagement, adaptability, and problem-solving—key competencies for proactive project management in unpredictable settings.

METHODOLOGY

This is a combination of dynamic live sessions conducted using Zoom and off-line self-study. This means we will meet online for weekly live discussion sessions, and between sessions you will work through the self-study materials. This is what you can expect:

• DYNAMIC LIVE SESSIONS: Engage in six interactive weekly live sessions conducted via Zoom (and recorded for future reference), where expert instructor Neil Kendrick will guide you through the learning process. Each week we meet live for around 60-90 minutes to discuss the application of the tools and explore any questions.
• FLEXIBLE SELF-STUDY: Work through video presentations and tasks at your own pace between meetings.
• DISCUSSION SPACES: At the end of each module, you can leave reflections and questions in the Check In sections for discussion or for the next meeting.
• DEDICATED SUPPORT: Dedicated support is available throughout the course duration for any technical issues or additional questions.
• CERTIFICATION OF PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: On successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a certificate recognizing your expertise in project management.
• PERSONALIZED FEEDBACK: Submit an assignment after completing the course to receive detailed, constructive feedback tailored to your work. This feedback helps you refine your skills and maximize the course’s impact.

MEETING SCHEDULE

• Meeting 1: Monday 17 February 2025 10.00 – 11.00 UTC
• Meeting 2: Monday 24 February 2025 10.00 – 11.00 UTC
• Meeting 3: Monday 3 March 2025 10.00 – 11.00 UTC
• Meeting 4: Monday 10 March 2025 10.00 – 11.00 UTC
• Meeting 5: Monday 17 March 2025 10.00 – 11.00 UTC
• Meeting 6: Monday 24 March 2025 10.00 – 11.00 UTC

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Assignment deadline for feedback: 15 April 2025

If you have any questions about whether this course is right for you, feel free to email us.

How to Apply:

See the full curriculum and register at: https://www.eldtraining.com/p/project-management-february-2025