About The Event
• Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Daily)
• Venue: Best Western Meridian Nairobi Kenya
• Fee: $700 (includes all workshop materials, meals).
Workshop Overview:
Effective grants management is the key to ensuring program success, donor compliance, and accountability. This 4-day intensive workshop equips participants with the essential tools, frameworks, and skills to efficiently manage grants throughout their lifecycle—from proposal development and budgeting to reporting and compliance.
Through practical exercises, real-world case studies, and expert-led discussions, participants will gain confidence in streamlining grant processes, strengthening relationships with donors, and ensuring sustainable program delivery.
Who Should Attend:
• Grants Managers and Coordinators
• Program Managers and Project Officers
• Finance and Compliance Teams handling grants
• Fundraising and Resource Mobilization Professionals
Key Features:
• Practical insights into end-to-end grants management.
• Real-world case studies and interactive exercises for application.
• Access to templates, tools, and best practices for grants compliance.
• Opportunity to network with industry peers and funding specialists.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will:
• Understand the full grants management lifecycle—from acquisition to reporting.
• Develop realistic and compliant budgets aligned with donor requirements.
• Gain expertise in grant reporting, including financial and narrative reports.
• Learn strategies for risk mitigation and strengthening donor relationships.
• Build skills to manage multiple grants efficiently and sustainably.
Detailed Agenda:
Day 1: Foundations of Grants Management
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Introduction to the Grants Lifecycle
Understanding the phases of grants management.
Aligning program objectives with donor priorities.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Identifying Funding Opportunities
Researching potential donors and funding calls.
Assessing organizational capacity to respond to grants.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Grant Proposal Development
Crafting compelling proposals that meet donor expectations.
Key components of a successful grant application.
Day 2: Budgeting and Financial Management
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Budget Development and Cost Principles
Creating realistic and compliant grant budgets.
Allocating costs effectively (direct vs. indirect costs).
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Grant Compliance and Financial Accountability
Navigating donor-specific guidelines and requirements.
Ensuring proper tracking of expenses and financial reporting.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Interactive Workshop: Budget Development
Group exercise to develop a compliant project budget.
Day 3: Reporting and Donor Communication
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Narrative and Financial Reporting Requirements
Preparing accurate and timely grant reports.
Linking program results to donor expectations.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Building Strong Donor Relationships
Effective communication strategies to engage donors.
Managing donor expectations and addressing challenges.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Case Study: Best Practices in Reporting
Analyzing examples of successful grant reporting.
Day 4: Risk Management and Grant Sustainability
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Risk Mitigation in Grants Management
Identifying and addressing financial and programmatic risks.
Ensuring transparency and compliance to avoid grant clawbacks.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Managing Multiple Grants Simultaneously
Tools and strategies for juggling various grants efficiently.
Integrating systems for tracking grant timelines and deliverables.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Sustaining Grant Funding
Diversifying funding sources for long-term program stability.
Developing strategies to position your organization for future funding.
Registration Details
Fee: $700 (includes workshop materials, meals, and training resources).
Group Discounts:
5 or more participants: 10% off.
Registration Deadline: 21st February 2025
For more information or to register, contact:
📧 info@stratfordinternationalbdlc.co.uk or admin@stratfordinternationalbdlc.co.uk
This engaging and practical training is perfect for organizations looking to strengthen their grant management skills, ensure compliance, and build sustainable funding strategies.
