COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 06 – 17 Jan 2025 | 14 – 25 Apr 2025 | 07 – 18 Jul 2025 | 06 – 17 Oct 2025

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

PREAMBLE

The 2 weeks CPM Procurement for Donor-Funded Projects course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the procurement processes and best practices specific to donor-funded projects. It covers the unique challenges and requirements of managing procurement in projects that are financed by international donors, such as development agencies, foundations, and government bodies. The course will explore procurement regulations, donor compliance standards, financial accountability, and effective supplier management to ensure transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in the procurement process. Participants will also gain insights into procurement planning, tendering processes, contract management, and reporting in the context of donor-funded projects.

TARGET GROUP

The training is designed for:

• Project Managers: Individuals managing or overseeing donor-funded projects who need a deeper understanding of procurement processes in such contexts.
• Procurement Officers & Specialists: Professionals involved in the procurement activities of projects funded by international donors.
• NGO and Non-profit Staff: Employees working in organizations that implement donor-funded initiatives and need to navigate procurement regulations.
• Finance and Compliance Officers: Individuals in charge of ensuring that donor requirements and procurement rules are being met in project implementation.
• Contract Managers: Professionals who manage contracts with vendors and suppliers in donor-funded projects.
• Students & Career Switchers: Those pursuing careers in international development, procurement, or project management, and wish to focus on donor-funded projects.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key principles of procurement in donor-funded projects.
• Navigate donor procurement guidelines, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Develop procurement plans and strategies tailored to donor-funded initiatives.
• Conduct transparent and competitive tendering processes, ensuring fairness and compliance.
• Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and performance under donor-funded projects.
• Implement effective monitoring and reporting systems for procurement activities.
• Mitigate risks related to procurement fraud, inefficiencies, and delays in donor-funded projects.

COURSE OUTLINE

The following units will be discussed

1. Overview of Donor-Funded Projects and Procurement
2. Procurement Planning and Strategy Development
3. Tendering Processes for Donor-Funded Projects
4. Legal and Ethical Issues in Donor-Funded Procurement
5. Contract Management in Donor-Funded Projects
6. Monitoring and Reporting Procurement Activities
7. Supplier Selection and Vendor Management
8. Managing Procurement Challenges in Donor-Funded Projects
9. Sustainability and Impact in Donor-Funded Procurement
10. Best Practices in Donor-Funded Procurement

REGISTRATION

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
   We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.