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
Navigating USAID’s rules and regulations is essential for professionals managing grants and cooperative agreements. This 4-day intensive training workshop is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of USAID policies, compliance requirements, and best practices for managing grants effectively.
Through expert-led sessions, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will gain the tools needed to align their projects with USAID’s expectations, mitigate compliance risks, and enhance operational efficiency.
Who Should Attend:
• Grant Managers and Compliance Officers
• Program Directors and Project Managers
• NGO, CSO, and INGO Staff Managing USAID-Funded Projects
• Finance, Procurement, and Legal Professionals involved in USAID projects
Key Features:
• Expert guidance on USAID rules, regulations, and compliance.
• Hands-on exercises to apply concepts to real-world scenarios.
• Access to templates, tools, and resources for grant management.
• Networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this workshop, participants will:• Understand the key principles of USAID grants and cooperative agreements.
• Gain clarity on compliance requirements under 2 CFR 200 and USAID-specific regulations.
• Strengthen their skills in financial management, procurement, and reporting.
• Learn strategies for mitigating compliance risks and resolving audit findings.
• Develop the capacity to build robust systems for effective project delivery.
Detailed Agenda:
Day 1: Overview of USAID Grants and Cooperative Agreements
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Introduction to USAID Rules and Regulations
Key differences between grants and cooperative agreements.
Overview of USAID’s Automated Directives System (ADS).
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Understanding 2 CFR 200 and USAID-Specific Regulations
Uniform administrative requirements.
Cost principles and audit requirements.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Roles and Responsibilities in USAID Partnerships
Expectations for grantees and sub-awardees.
Key stakeholder management strategies.
Day 2: Financial Management and Reporting
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Budgeting and Cost Principles
Allowable, allocable, and reasonable costs.
Developing compliant budgets.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Financial Reporting Requirements
Preparing and submitting financial reports.
Understanding USAID’s financial review process.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Audit Preparation and Risk Mitigation
Best practices for preparing for USAID audits.
Addressing findings and implementing corrective actions.
Day 3: Procurement and Sub-Award Management
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Procurement Under USAID Agreements
USAID procurement policies and procedures.
Managing procurements for goods and services.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Managing Sub-Awards and Sub-Recipients
Establishing and monitoring sub-agreements.
Compliance and risk management for sub-recipients.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Ethics and Fraud Prevention
Recognizing and mitigating fraud risks.
Establishing strong internal controls.
Day 4: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Adaptive Learning
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Performance Monitoring and Evaluation (MEL)
USAID’s MEL requirements.
Using data for decision-making and reporting.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea/Coffee Break
10:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Programmatic Reporting and Communication
Preparing accurate technical progress reports.
Effective communication strategies for USAID stakeholders.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Building Adaptive Learning Frameworks
Using lessons learned to improve future programming.
Creating a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
Registration Details:
Fee: $700 (includes workshop materials and meals).
Group Discounts:
5 or more participants: 10% off.
Registration Deadline: Monday 27th January 2025.
For more information or to register, contact:
📧 info@stratfordinternationalbdlc.co.uk
This 4-day workshop focuses on practical, actionable insights tailored to the needs of professionals managing USAID-funded projects.
