This is to inform you about the upcoming Course on Humanitarian Assistance in West Africa, taking place at the premises of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) in Accra/Ghana, from 16 – 27 May 2016. The course is co-organized by the KAIPTC and the Austrian Study Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution (ASPR), supported by the Austrian Development Agency and the Austrian Federal Ministry of Defence and Sports.

We invite practitioners and experts from civil, military and police organizations in Africa, who already working in the field or about to engage in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations particularly in West Africa, to apply for the course.

Application deadline is 3^rd of April ,2016

To apply for the course, please go to this web address: http://lms.kaiptc.org/moodle/course/view.php?id=5

The web address will take you to the Course Application page on the KAIPTC’s Learning Management System (LMS). Please read and follow the instructions on the course application page carefully and exactly to be able to submit your application for the course.

NOTE: All applications must be completed fully. Partially completed applications will NOT be considered in the selection process.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 3rd of April, 2016

Logistics Learning Alliance is a leading provider of humanitarian based training programmes. We currently have over 1,000 students, studying in six continents and working under some of the most dangerous and challenging conditions in many of the world’s most disaster hit and war-torn countries.

Following the huge success of our Humanitarian Essentials Logistics Module (HELM) Events in Kenya in 2015, we will be visiting Accra in Ghana in April 2016 to run our first event, a five day event, specialising in four key aspects of humanitarian logistics – Supply Chain, Warehousing & Inventory , Transport & Fleet Management and Procurement. The HELM programme is designed as a beginner course to help those new or aiming to move into to the humanitarian sector, or who just need to freshen up their skills in delivering humanitarian aid. This event will be studied in English and French, so please state your preference when enquiring.

The course fee is $975.00 and this covers the entire duration of the course, including coaching. Discounts are applicable for future events. Refreshments and lunch provided. Discounts are eligible for group bookings of between 7-14. Please note that costs associated with travelling and accommodation must be met by the student. Deadline for making payment is Monday 7th March 2016.

Course content
The workshop will covers areas including:

• Supply Chain – including What is Supply Chain Management, The Role of the Humanitarian Supply Chain Manager, How the Supply Chain Works and Improving the Supply Chain.
• Warehousing & Inventory – including The Function of the Warehouse, Layout of the Warehouse, Stock Control and Health and Safety in the Warehouse.
• Transport & Fleet Management – including The Role of Transport in the Supply Chain, Modes of Transport, Third Parties involved with Transport and Handling Requirements for Goods Movement.
• Procurement – including The Role of Procurement, Procurement Objectives and Stages, The Supply Market and Usage and Risk.

Go to http://www.logisticslearningalliance.com/reference/forthcoming-events/lla-international-training-events or complete the registration form above and send to HLCRegistrations@logisticslearningalliance.com.

Join us in Honiara for practical, inspiring NGO finance training for non-finance and finance staff. This course is perfect for NGO staff involved in programme planning, implementation and support. It covers all the skills needed to set up strong finance systems and procedures, create project budgets, keep basic accounts, and prepare and read financial reports.

Who is it for?

This course is primarily aimed at staff in small to medium-sized NGOs who are involved in programme implementation and/or the management and control of financial resources.

It is designed specifically for:

· non-financial officers and managers who want to improve practice in financial planning, control and reporting;

· finance officers interested in developing their financial management skills and knowledge to improve finance systems and support for programme staff.

Previous financial management experience or training is not a requirement for this course.

Not sure if this is the right course for you? Email our team for advice at training@mango.org.uk.

Key discoveries

· Practical tools and tips for creating effective project budgets

· Financial concepts and jargon de-mystified

· Confidence to use financial reports for programme management

· Applying policies and procedures to protect staff and assets

View the full course outline here.

How much does it cost?

The course fee depends on your organisation’s annual turnover, and whether you book early or not. Early bookings (made at least 8 weeks in advance of the course start date) qualify for the lower, early booking price. A 5% group booking discount is also available. View more information here.

Why choose Mango?

We enjoy a trusted reputation in the NGO sector built on quality and a deep understanding of the challenges NGOs face. The Mango training approach is fresh, unique and exciting. Our participatory technique will make you feel inspired, motivated and confident to use your new skills straight away.

The learning does not end when you leave the training room. You will take away valuable materials and tools to use after the course, including a detailed course handbook and free field accounting tool. We also provide free follow-up support for 12 months after the training.

Don’t just take our word for it – watch this short video to see how some of our participants have benefited from their Mango training.

Other courses

Take a look at our full global programme of NGO financial management training courses for non-finance and finance staff here.

We hope to welcome you on a Mango course soon!

How to book

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Join us in Honiara for practical, inspiring NGO finance training that will empower you to manage donor funds and relationships well. For NGO staff who are new to managing donor contracts and funds. It covers key principles and good practice through all stages of the grant management process to ensure successful stakeholder relationships and that grants are used correctly.

Who is it for?

This course is specially designed for NGO staff who are new to grant management. It is suitable for those responsible for managing donor funds where programmes are implemented directly or through operational partners.

The course provides an introduction to the essentials of grant management and is not therefore suitable for experienced grant managers or those looking for detailed guidance on specific donor rules and regulations.

Not sure if this is the right course for you? Email our team for advice at training@mango.org.uk.

Key discoveries

· Getting organised for the four key phases in the grant management cycle

· Critically assessing donor contracts and adapting systems to ensure compliance

· Tips and tools for managing multiple-donor funded projects.

View the full course outline here.

Why choose Mango?

We enjoy a trusted reputation in the NGO sector built on quality and a deep understanding of the challenges NGOs face. The Mango training approach is fresh, unique and exciting. Our participatory technique will make you feel inspired, motivated and confident to use your new skills straight away.

The learning does not end when you leave the training room. You will take away valuable materials and tools to use after the course, including a detailed course handbook and free field accounting tool. We also provide free follow-up support for 12 months after the training.

Don’t just take our word for it – watch this short video to see how some of our participants have benefited from their Mango training.

Other courses

Take a look at our full global programme of NGO financial management training courses for non-finance and finance staff here.

We hope to welcome you on a Mango course soon!

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Join us in Honiara for practical, inspiring NGO finance training that will empower you to create a financially healthy future for your organisation, programmes and partners. For NGO managers, this workshop looks at the more strategic aspects of NGO financial management. Discover the tools and know-how to create a long-term plan for your NGO's financial continuity and security.

Who is it for?

This course is aimed at managers of small to medium-sized NGOs and those responsible for strategic financial management, including Board members.

It is also suitable for international NGO programme managers who advise local partners on how to plan for financial sustainability.

Previous financial management experience or training is not a requirement for this course although it is advantageous to complete our Getting the basics right course first if you are completely new to financial management.

Not sure if this is the right course for you? Email our team for advice at training@mango.org.uk.

Key discoveries

· The recipe to build a financially secure future for your NGO

· Risk mapping to assess financial risks and identify ways to mitigate and manage the risks

· Alternative financing options to become less dependent on external donors

· Tips for building a safety net of reserves.

View the full course outline here.

How much does it cost?

From £345. The course fee depends on your organisation’s annual turnover, and whether you book early or not. Early bookings (made at least 8 weeks in advance of the course start date) qualify for the lower, early booking price. A 5% group booking discount is also available. Course fees include course materials, tuition and lunch. View more information here.

Why choose Mango?

We enjoy a trusted reputation in the NGO sector built on quality and a deep understanding of the challenges NGOs face. The Mango training approach is fresh, unique and exciting. Our participatory technique will make you feel inspired, motivated and confident to use your new skills straight away.

The learning does not end when you leave the training room. You will take away valuable materials and tools to use after the course, including a detailed course handbook and free field accounting tool. We also provide free follow-up support for 12 months after the training.

Don’t just take our word for it – watch this short video to see how some of our participants have benefited from their Mango training.

Other courses

Take a look at our full global programme of NGO financial management training courses for non-finance and finance staff here.

We hope to welcome you on a Mango course soon!

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in partnership with CSIR-Crops Research Institute (CRI) and the International Potato Center (CIP) will be offering a 10-day Training of Trainers course designed to provide the participants with the skills and knowledge to train others. This course has been adapted for Ghana from the original course: “Everything you ever wanted to know about sweetpotato”, developed and implemented by the International Potato Center under the “Reaching Agents of Change” project.

The training course dubbed “Everything-you-need-to-know-about-Sweetpotato” will be offered at KNUST and CSIR-CRI in Kumasi, Ghana. Its sole aim is to consolidate other efforts in promoting OFSP, thus building capacity of national implementing agencies in Ghana and the West African region to drive uptake of OFSP. Instructors knowledgeable on all aspects of the sweetpotato for health and wealth will serve as resource people, using a hands-on approach to provide educators and trainers with the skills and knowledge in training others on all aspects of the root for profit and health. Participants will be drawn from all regions of Ghana and beyond.

The specific topics that will be covered include:

• Origin and importance of sweetpotato
• Sweetpotato varietal selection and characteristics
• Orange-flshed sweetpotato and nutrition
• Sweetpotato seed systems
• Sweetpotato production and management
• Sweetpotato pest and disease management
• Harvesting and postharvest management
• Marketing and value addition
• Processing and utilization
• Gender and diversity aspects
• Monitoring of OFSP dissemination and uptake
• Entrepreneurship

Interested persons should complete the application form and send to the emails provided below
OFSPTOTCourse@knust.edu.gh or knust_totcourse4ofsp@outlook.com

Enquiries about the program should be addressed to the emails:
OFSPTOTCourse@knust.edu.gh or knust_totcourse4ofsp@outlook.com

A maximum of 30 participants will be accepted to foster a conducive learning environment. This Training of Trainers (ToT) course seeks participants from organizations committed to incorporating nutritious crops into their programs.

Interested persons are invited to send an application and motivation letter by 31 May, 2016. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Click here to apply now

Rural entrepreneurship has the potential to drive innovations that can reduce poverty, increase access to food and create employment. For this to happen, actors in agrifood value chains need to trust each other. However, local agrifood value chains are almost always characterised by protectionist behaviour resulting in very high marketing costs and a stalemate, instead of by a drive for positive change and development. This course is focused on breaking the deadlock these value chains are in. It hands you the tools to do that.

Driving innovation in agrifood value chains

Learn to facilitate chain-wide learning

This course on rural entrepreneurship centres around the Chain Wide Learning methodology (CWL), that consists of three components:

• a multi-stakeholder workshop in which producers in the value chain gather and share their issues and opportunities at functional chain levels;
• a strategic planning process in which the outputs of the workshop are used as inputs;
• a set of action plans to reduce transaction costs and/or exploit opportunities in the selected agrifood value chains.

When implemented, action plans will build trust and reduce opportunistic behaviour in the selected value chains. As a result, marketing costs and prices will come down while margins increase. The overall performance of the value chain will improve, which will form the basis for private-sector driven innovations in agrifood value chains. During the course, you will get familiar with business planning tools to ensure that (new) business ventures are based on sound business principles, and practice your skills and new-learned tools on actual cases.

Course objectives

Upon completion of the course you will:

• have become sensitive to imbalances within agrifood value chains and how these issues can be addressed;
• have strengthened your capacity to promote rural wealth creation;
• have strengthened your competence in the area of market access of microl entrepreneurs;
• have the ability to identify pro-poor, smallholder inclusive and/or gender-friendly agribusiness development opportunities;
• be able to apply the tools that support private sector driven innovations in agrifood value chains.

Target audience

The course is intended for midcareer professionals of government departments, NGOs and civil society organisations, businesses, development agencies, universities and colleges for higher education, and individual consultants working in the domain of private sector and/or market driven development.

For more information: http://www.wageningenur.nl/en/Expertise-Services/Research-Institutes/centre-for-development-innovati...

Overview

This workshop will incorporate the updated US Government regulations, as per the rule changes effective December 26, 2014.

Consistent and effective financial management is the key to receiving funding from the US Government – and also to reducing audit findings.

Whether you are receiving a grant, cooperative agreement, or a contract, whether you are a prime, a sub or new to US Government funding - developing, implementing and maintaining an adequate financial management system is key to becoming and remaining eligible for federal monies, effectively managing program and funder relations, and reducing the anxiety and risk around audits. This workshop will help you in this quest.

This course is one of three required to earn InsideNGO’s Certificate in USAID Assistance Management.

Prerequisite(s)USAID Rules & Regulations: Grants & Cooperative Agreements

Course Objectives

At the end of this workshop, participants will return to work equipped with a comprehensive knowledge of the fundamentals of financial management with US Government funding, including the following basics: accounting procedures, timekeeping systems, basic budget management, indirect costs and how to deal with donor audits and reviews.

What You Will Learn

The methodology of the course is a balance of presentation and small group exercises, during which you’ll gain practical knowledge and valuable experience.

In this workshop you will learn:

• The accounting system basics required to be eligible for USG funding
• Techniques for managing transactions to a program budget
• The importance of teaming between finance, compliance and program staff
• Tips and techniques for maintaining accurate and compliant timesheets
• The importance of accurate financial statements and how to compile them
• What the funder's auditors are looking for and how to manage the process
• How effective budget management is key to programmatic success
• Methods for recovering indirect costs

This training course has been created at the request of InsideNGO’s members and worldwide workshop participants.

Who Should Attend

The course is targeted at finance, compliance, and program staff who manage budgets and reconcile activity costs with program budgets. These two days of training are designed to provide you with proactive guidance that will enable you and your team to establish effective and compliant financial management systems.

What You Will Receive

• Course manual
• Sample procedures, forms, and checklists
• A sample financial management manual
• CPE credits (total for 2 day attendance) applicable for continuing education with the National Registry of CPE Sponsors (for further information see explanation of continuing education credits on this website)
• An opportunity to ask questions of experienced practitioners who have dealt with many of the same issues you encounter in your work

What Past Attendees Have Said

• “What I learned will help me make improvements to the existing internal control system.”
• “I have a better understanding of how to strengthen our financial management.”
• “I’m better prepared for an audit.”
• “This will help me plan finance/accounting daily activities and be a more effective supervisor.”

Register Here: http://insidengo.org/events/eventDetail.htm?id=AccraFM0616

In partnership with UNHRD (Humanitarian response depot)

Dates: December 5–9, 2016

Location: Accra, Ghana

Who should attend: In-service and aspiring aid workers from international and national aid organizations in logistics / administration

Prerequisites: at least 6-month experience in a position of logistician / administrator. Level B2 minimum in English (according to European language levels - Self Assessment Grid)

Objective: Enhance and set up humanitarian supply chain management tools.

Cost: 600€

Further information & application : Bioforce Institute website

http://humanitaire.institutbioforce.fr/en/node/463

Join us in Accra for practical, inspiring NGO finance training for non-finance and finance staff. This course is perfect for NGO staff involved in programme planning, implementation and support. It covers all the skills needed to set up strong finance systems and procedures, create project budgets, keep basic accounts, and prepare and read financial reports.

Who is it for?

This course is primarily aimed at staff in small to medium-sized NGOs who are involved in programme implementation and/or the management and control of financial resources.

It is designed specifically for:

· non-financial officers and managers who want to improve practice in financial planning, control and reporting;

· finance officers interested in developing their financial management skills and knowledge to improve finance systems and support for programme staff.

Previous financial management experience or training is not a requirement for this course.

Not sure if this is the right course for you? Email our team for advice at training@mango.org.uk.

Key discoveries

· Practical tools and tips for creating effective project budgets

· Financial concepts and jargon de-mystified

· Confidence to use financial reports for programme management

· Applying policies and procedures to protect staff and assets

View the full course outline here.

How much does it cost?

The course fee starts from GBP 700, and depends on your organisation’s annual turnover and whether you book early or not. Early bookings (made at least 8 weeks in advance of the course start date) qualify for the lower, early booking price. A 5% group booking discount is also available. View more information here.

How to book

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Why choose Mango?

We enjoy a trusted reputation in the NGO sector built on quality and a deep understanding of the challenges NGOs face. The Mango training approach is fresh, unique and exciting. Our participatory technique will make you feel inspired, motivated and confident to use your new skills straight away.

The learning does not end when you leave the training room. You will take away valuable materials and tools to use after the course, including a detailed course handbook and free field accounting tool. We also provide free follow-up support for 12 months after the training.

Don’t just take our word for it – watch this short video to see how some of our participants have benefited from their Mango training.

Other courses

Take a look at our full global programme of NGO financial management training courses for non-finance and finance staff here.

We hope to welcome you on a Mango course soon!

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Join us in Accra for practical, inspiring NGO finance training that will empower you to manage donor funds and relationships well. For NGO staff who are new to managing donor contracts and funds. It covers key principles and good practice through all stages of the grant management process to ensure successful stakeholder relationships and that grants are used correctly.

Who is it for?

This course is specially designed for NGO staff who are new to grant management. It is suitable for those responsible for managing donor funds where programmes are implemented directly or through operational partners.

The course provides an introduction to the essentials of grant management and is not therefore suitable for experienced grant managers or those looking for detailed guidance on specific donor rules and regulations.

Not sure if this is the right course for you? Email our team for advice at training@mango.org.uk.

Key discoveries

• Getting organised for the four key phases in the grant management cycle
• Critically assessing donor contracts and adapting systems to ensure compliance
• Tips and tools for managing multiple-donor funded projects. View the full course outline here.

How much does it cost?

Course fees start from GBP 360 and depend on your organisation’s annual turnover, and whether you book early or not. Early bookings (made at least 8 weeks in advance of the course start date) qualify for the lower, early booking price. A 5% group booking discount is also available. More details here.

How to book

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Why choose Mango?

We enjoy a trusted reputation in the NGO sector built on quality and a deep understanding of the challenges NGOs face. The Mango training approach is fresh, unique and exciting. Our participatory technique will make you feel inspired, motivated and confident to use your new skills straight away.

The learning does not end when you leave the training room. You will take away valuable materials and tools to use after the course, including a detailed course handbook and free field accounting tool. We also provide free follow-up support for 12 months after the training.

Don’t just take our word for it – watch this short video to see how some of our participants have benefited from their Mango training.

Other courses

Take a look at our full global programme of NGO financial management training courses for non-finance and finance staff here.

We hope to welcome you on a Mango course soon!

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Join us in Accra for practical, inspiring NGO finance training that will empower you to create a financially healthy future for your organisation, programmes and partners. For NGO managers, this workshop looks at the more strategic aspects of NGO financial management. Discover the tools and know-how to create a long-term plan for your NGO's financial continuity and security.

Who is it for?

This course is aimed at managers of small to medium-sized NGOs and those responsible for strategic financial management, including Board members.

It is also suitable for international NGO programme managers who advise local partners on how to plan for financial sustainability.

Previous financial management experience or training is not a requirement for this course although it is advantageous to complete our Getting the basics right course first if you are completely new to financial management.

Not sure if this is the right course for you? Email our team for advice at training@mango.org.uk.

Key discoveries

• The recipe to build a financially secure future for your NGO
• Risk mapping to assess financial risks and identify ways to mitigate and manage the risks
• Alternative financing options to become less dependent on external donors
• Tips for building a safety net of reserves.

View the full course outline here.

How much does it cost?

From GBP 500. The course fee depends on your organisation’s annual turnover, and whether you book early or not. Early bookings (made at least 8 weeks in advance of the course start date) qualify for the lower, early booking price. A 5% group booking discount is also available. Course fees include course materials, tuition and lunch. View more information here.

How to book

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Why choose Mango?

We enjoy a trusted reputation in the NGO sector built on quality and a deep understanding of the challenges NGOs face. The Mango training approach is fresh, unique and exciting. Our participatory technique will make you feel inspired, motivated and confident to use your new skills straight away.

The learning does not end when you leave the training room. You will take away valuable materials and tools to use after the course, including a detailed course handbook and free field accounting tool. We also provide free follow-up support for 12 months after the training.

Don’t just take our word for it – watch this short video to see how some of our participants have benefited from their Mango training.

Other courses

Take a look at our full global programme of NGO financial management training courses for non-finance and finance staff here.

We hope to welcome you on a Mango course soon!

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

OVERVIEW

This three-day workshop covers the many rules and regulations associated with USAID funding, and is designed to enhance the ability of NGO staff to effectively manage their programs and maintain donor compliance. Whether you are new to USAID funding or have years of program experience, this highly participatory course gives you the skills and knowledge you need to confidently apply the complex directives found within the regulations. You will also have the opportunity to ask specific questions you may have about your own award. Taught by an experienced team of senior practitioners, this workshop has been completed by thousands of development practitioners around the world. Attendees consistently evaluate the learning they receive in this course as “excellent,” “effective,” and “fun.” While the focus of this workshop is USAID funding for grants and cooperative agreements, it also provides a good foundation for understanding funding from other US Government agencies.

Note: This training is the first of three requirements for InsideNGO’s Certificate in Assistance Management.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

In addition to individual participants, InsideNGO encourages teams of employees to attend this workshop together, to build and reinforce a culture of compliance across their organization. Those who will benefit include:

• Finance, contracts & grants staff
• Program staff
• Administrative staff
• New business development staff
• Any experienced NGO employee who needs an update on the rules and regulations
• Independent auditors (including representatives from certified public accounting firms who perform compliance or financial audits within the development sector)
• USAID staff, including Agreement Officers, Agreement Officer’s Representatives, and program staff

If your organization is implementing a USAID contract, InsideNGO offers a workshop geared to this funding mechanism: USAID Contract Management for NGOs: An Introduction.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

This workshop equips employees of US NGOs with a detailed look at USAID grants and cooperative agreements and the necessary strategies for successful award and program management. You will learn how to:

• Navigate and apply USAID rules and regulations to ensure compliant and successful program implementation
• Build and manage collaborative relationships with key players related to your award
• Explain the relationship between your own NGO policies and the regulations
• Identify when approvals, waivers, and extensions are required, as well as how to obtain them
• Develop strategies for finding the answers to common and complex issues (e.g., determining allowable costs, correct procedures for purchasing equipment, property disposition, limits on budget revision, cost share, documentation requirements, avoiding common audit findings)

THE INSIDE NGO ADVANTAGE

For 40 years, InsideNGO has been “inside” the NGO community, supporting organizations as they address the world’s most pressing social issues. We are widely recognized as the leader in US government assistance compliance training. Our training activities are designed to help you and your organization build capacity, strengthen decision-making, develop more efficient systems, and identify effective solutions to important challenges. Our learning programs are modeled on the best practices in adult learning. In today’s complex operating environment, learning has never been more important, and we take great pride in being your partner in professional and organizational development.

Register here!

Registration requires filling out a form that includes information such as your job title, organization, area of responsibility, and form of payment. If you have questions, please contact workshops@insidengo.org.

OVERVIEW

This two-day workshop tackles the rewards and risks involved in executing procurements in USAID-funded assistance programs. Well-planned, well-executed procurement contributes to effective and compliant programming. Poor understanding of processes and procedures in this area raises the risk of funder audits and compliance reviews. If you want to learn more about how to develop and implement the right mix of procurement procedures, systems, and controls, this workshop is for you. Designed in a highly participatory style, the course provides you with the knowledge and tools you need to effectively manage all aspects of procurement that are typically required in project implementation.

This course is one of three required to earn InsideNGO’s Certificate in USAID Assistance Management.

PREREQUISITE(S):

• USAID Rules & Regulations: Grants & Cooperative Agreements

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

In addition to individual participants, InsideNGO encourages teams of employees to attend this workshop together, to build and reinforce a culture of effective procurement planning. Those who will benefit include staff with responsibility in:

• Procurement (including those who develop procurement budgets and those who implement, monitor and report on procurement)

• Finance, compliance, and audit

• Program and administration

• New business development

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

This workshop explores ways to plan and implement procurement tools and systems effectively under both normal and unusual circumstances. You will learn how to:

• Plan procurement based on programmatic needs

• Navigate through each of the key steps in the procurement process including establishing specifications of goods; requesting and evaluating bids; selecting vendors; ensuring quality in procurement; and documenting the procurement process

• Identify and reduce organizational risks related to procurement execution

• Establish processes to ensure compliance with USAID requirements, including full and open competition, prior approvals, waivers, and restrictions on goods and services

• Manage revisions to the budget and other changes that affect procurement including budget reductions, revised specifications, price fluctuations, and procurement in disaster situations

THE INSIDE NGO ADVANTAGE

For 40 years, InsideNGO has been “inside” the NGO community, supporting organizations as they address the world’s most pressing social issues. We are widely recognized as the leader in US government assistance compliance training. Our training activities are designed to help you and your organization build capacity, strengthen decision-making, develop more efficient systems, and identify effective solutions to important challenges. Our learning programs are modeled on the best practices in adult learning. In today’s complex operating environment, learning has never been more important, and we take great pride in being your partner in professional and organizational development.
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Register here!

Registration requires filling out a form that includes information such as your job title, organization, area of responsibility, and form of payment. If you have questions, please contact workshops@insidengo.org.

Disaster Managers have the challenge of focusing on their work and often neglecting the role of the media. Media practitioners often report on disasters with very little or background or experience in the field. This often leads to distorted reporting. This training focuses mainly on how to be proactive and manage DRR communications, as well as relations with the media. It also enables media practitioners to understand disasters better and how to report on them by working with experts in the field.

About the Course

This course will cover the importance of media relations in emergencies as well as the coordination and capacity building mechanisms in media relations (e.g. working committees, media trainings, social media). It will also give insight to participants on how best to incorporate the ubiquitous presence of media to the advantage of the disaster team; how to give an effective interview; how and where to establish a media center; and the importance of sensing what will make the strongest visual or textual impact.

Expected Outcomes

The aim of the course is to bridge the gap between disaster managers and media officials before, during and after disasters. It also aims at identifying key issues in establishing good coordination and efficient flow of information from government and other stakeholders sources for media during emergencies.

Target Audience

This training is meant for practitioners, decision and policy makers working in emergency and disaster management, volunteers and staff working with organizations tasked with communications and external relations. This includes individuals working with government institutions, NGOs the UN, intergovernmental bodies and the private sector. Students and young professionals who would like to increase their knowledge in the field are also welcome.

For more detailed information please consult the Course Outline attached to this offer.

In order to register please contact:

Mr Maurice Kande at maurice@gravitazzcontinental.com or info@gravitazzcontinental.com

Or use our** Online Application Form **

The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 (SFDRR) is a 15-year, voluntary, non-binding instrument which recognizes that the State has the primary role to reduce disaster risk but that the responsibility should be shared with other stakeholders including local governments, the private sector, international ogranisations and others. SFDRR aims at “the substantial reduction of disaster risk and losses in lives, livelihoods and health and in the economic, physical, social, cultural and environmental assets of persons, businesses, communities and countries”.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

The Gravitazz Sendai Workshops is a string of workshops organised by Gravitazz Institute for Disaster Reduction and Emergency Management. The workshops target Sub-Saharan African countries and aim at supporting country stakeholders in integrating the SFDRR into their national policies and programmes.

The workshop will allow participants to:

• Receive a practical understanding of the SFDRR and related instruments (e.g. 2016 Mauritius Programme of Action, African Union Strategy for DRR);

• Reflect on national policies, framework and strategies, and how they can be effectively aligned to the SFDRR in order to achieve the goals and targets set for 2030;

• Learn about the importance of data and monitoring of the Sendai targets through relevant existing indicators; *Highlight the links between the SFDRR and other global instruments and frameworks related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to Climate Change Adaptation*

Recognizing the importance of the 2017 Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, this edition of the Workshop will focus on the Lessons Learned from this high-level event.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The Sendai Workshops are aimed at disaster management practitioners, government officials and policy makers from Disaster Management Agencies as well as partners of Government, including UN agencies and NGOs with a direct interest in DRR. They can also be organised for relevant line ministries and focus on the links between the SFDRR and a certain thematic e.g. health, environment.

For more information about the Sendai Workshops please consult an attachment.

In order to register please contact:

Mr Maurice Kande at maurice@gravitazzcontinental.com or info@gravitazzcontinental.com

Or please use our Online Registration Form

We offer highly discounted fees for applicants from Relief and Development, so as to further our mission of building capacity in under served areas.

Please get in touch with us for details.

Overview:

The Communication Skills Training Course provides practical, effective tools to enable clear and effective communication in all aspects of both your personal and work-related relationships with skills like reading body language, recognising personality types, active listening and much more. The training program outline is up to date and pertinent to marketplace requirements, thus catering well to all analytical prediction of training needs in the specified area. A customised proposal can also be arranged, to suit the training requirement of your team.

Course Objectives:

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

• Utilize advanced communication tools and skills.
• Discover different personal listening styles.
• Understand and harness the power of body language.
• Apply NLP meta programs to improve their understanding of people.
• Practice and use assertiveness skills in different situations.
• Unlock the secrets of influence for effective communication.

Course Outline:

• Defining Effective Communication
• Communication Overview
• Evolution of Communication
• Communicating for Results
• Understanding Elements of Communication
• The Element of Noise
• Mehrabian’s 55-38-7 Rule
• Overcoming Communication Anxiety
• The Art of Listening
• Effective Listening and Paraphrasing Techniques
• Understanding Different Listening Styles
• Improving the Information Recall Rate
• Assessing Personal Listening Profiles
• Internal Listening Filters
• Sensory Input Channels
• Internal Filter Systems
• 6 Listening Meta Programs
• Avoiding the Loss of Information
• Mastering Body Language
• The Art of Body Language
• Components of Non Verbal Communication
• The Power of Appearances
• Elicit Thinking Patterns through Eye Movement
• Building Rapport using Body Language
• Advanced Assertiveness Skills
• Understanding Assertiveness
• The Power of Self Talk
• Assertiveness Rights and Responsibilities
• Managing Criticism Assertively
• The Power of Persuasion
• Characteristics of Influence
• 6 Principles of Persuasion
• Sources of Power
• Dealing with Difficult People

Who should Attend?

Employees, supervisors, middle managers and senior managers seeking to take their communication skills to the next level by developing advanced communication techniques and strategies.

General Notes

• All our courses can be facilitated as Customized In-House Training course.
• Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.
• As for Open Enrolment Courses, we offer our clients the flexibility to chose the location, date, and time and our team of experts who are spread around the globe will assist in facilitating the course.
• The course fee includes facilitation, training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and a Certificate of successful completion of Training.
• FREE Consultation and Coaching provided during and after the course.

Please register through the registration option on the course page on our website: Advanced Communication Skills Training Course

We offer highly discounted fees for applicants from Relief and Development, so as to further our mission of building capacity in under served areas.

Please get in touch with us for details.

Overview:

This training course in Influence and Persuasion helps to master the skills required to influence and persuade others in a variety of areas. It is highly participative, particularly helpful to individuals new or not in receipt of any previous training in minute taking or administration of meetings. The training program outline is up to date and pertinent to marketplace requirements, thus catering well to all analytical prediction of training needs in the specified area. A customised proposal can also be arranged, to suit the training requirement of your team.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this one day training course, the participants will have:

• Identified all the actions needed to prepare and set up a meeting effectively to ensure maximum attendance
• Learnt how to write and issue agendas and convening notices
• Worked with the chairman during the meeting, and obtained his/her help with their minute taking
• Discussed how to behave confidently and assertively as a key person at meetings
• Obtained clarification and identified the decisions of the meeting
• Taken notes during a meeting and converted them into effective minutes

Course Outline:

Preparing for an effective meeting -Types of meetings

• Duties of a meeting administrator – before, during and after a meeting
• Preparing the meeting room – identifying the participants
• Revolving flipchart exercise, review of checklist, facilitated whole group discussion

Meeting agendas -Producing agendas and convening notices

• Facilitator presentation, pairs exercise, facilitated group review

Contributing at the meeting -Taking notes

• Supporting the chair
• Obtaining clarification assertively
• Facilitated group discussion, pairs practice exercise, facilitated learning review

Minute writing -Format

• Best practice
• Timescales
• Small group exercise, facilitated group review and discussion

Practice meeting -Contributing agenda item

• Leading agenda point discussion
• Effective minute taking
• Large group simulated meeting exercise, with facilitated group review

Minute taking practice -Review of notes

• Converting notes into final minutes
• Individual exercise, facilitated group review

Action planning and reflection -Review of learning and action planning, course feedback

• Individual reflection, action planning exercise with co-coaching, facilitated group review

Who should Attend?

People with all levels of experience who wish to improve their effectiveness at taking minutes of meetings.

General Notes

• All our courses can be facilitated as Customized In-House Training course.
• Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.
• As for Open Enrolment Courses, we offer our clients the flexibility to chose the location, date, and time and our team of experts who are spread around the globe will assist in facilitating the course.
• The course fee includes facilitation, training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and a Certificate of successful completion of Training.
• FREE Consultation and Coaching provided during and after the course.

Please register through the registration option on the course page at: Minute taking Training Course

We offer highly discounted fees for applicants from Relief and Development, so as to further our mission of building capacity in under served areas.

Please get in touch with us for details.

Overview:

In the recent past, transfer pricing has gained utmost importance as it has become one of the major source of revenue for the income tax authorities and at the same time, it has become a troublesome issue for the taxpayers to demonstrate that their international transaction with their associated enterprises are at arm’s length. The objective of this training program is to assist the managers to understand the basics of transfer pricing regulations as stipulated in the Income Tax and to give better understanding to the finance team of a company in relation to the practical aspects of how to deal with transfer pricing audits and assessments to attract least possible income tax litigation.

This program is expected to impart basic concepts of transfer pricing, issues faced by the taxpayers during transfer pricing assessments, what documents are required to be maintained and what are the factors that are required to be considered by the taxpayers when entering into transfer pricing arrangements/transactions.

Course Objectives:

• Why and What about Transfer Pricing- Concept Governing the Law
• Explanations of Basic Terminology used in Transfer Pricing regime
• Multinational Enterprise
• Arm’s length Price
• Associated Enterprise
• International Transaction
• Specified Domestic Transactions

Course Outline:

• Documentation to be maintained for Transfer Pricing Analysis (Global flow)
  1. Company and industry overview- generic Information
  2. Information on Functions, Assets, and Risk
  3. Economic Analysis
  4. Benchmarking and Conclusion
  5. Contemporaneous Documentation
  6. Accountants’ Report – Form 3CEB
• Functional, Asset and Risk analysis
• Economic Characterization and Analysis
• Selection of Tested Party
• Methods to compute the Arm’s Length Price
  1. Comparable Uncontrolled Price/ transaction
  2. Resale Price/ Market Minus price
  3. Cost plus price
  4. Profit Split Method
  5. Transactional Net Margin Method
• Need for Segmental and Cost allocation keys
• Profit Level indicator (PLI) and their practical usage
  1. Operating Net Margin
  2. Return on Total Cost
  3. Return on Operating Assets
  4. Berry ratio
• Benchmarking and Search process
• Methods to compute the Arm’s Length Price
  1. Comparable Uncontrolled Price/ transaction
  2. Resale Price/ Market Minus price
  3. Cost plus price
  4. Profit Split Method
  5. Transactional Net Margin Method
• Need for Segmental and Cost allocation keys
• Profit Level indicator (PLI) and their practical usage
  1. Operating Net Margin
  2. Return on Total Cost
  3. Return on Operating Assets
  4. Berry ratio
• Benchmarking and Search process
• Interesting concepts out of the FAR and Economic Analysis – with case law references
  • Use of Multiple Year Data
  • Aggregation of Transactions
  • Arithmetic Means and Use of the +/- 3% range
  • CUP Vs. TNMM
  • Use of Secret Comparables
• Economic Adjustments
  1. Working Capital Adjustments
  2. Capacity utilization Adjustments
  3. Risk Adjustments
  4. Depreciation Adjustments
  5. Use of Projections
  6. Self-Adjustments
• Benchmarking Special Transactions
  1. Loans
  2. Corporate Guarantees
  3. Royalty
  4. Recovery and Reimbursements
  5. Cost Allocations agreements
  6. Purchase, sale of fixed assets
  7. Loss-making companies
  8. Intra-Group Services
  9. IntangiblesTransfer Pricing Assessments and Dispute Resolution
• Introduction to Advance Pricing Arrangements
• Global Transfer Pricing perspective
  • Inter Quartile Range
  • Safe Harbor
  • Thin Capitalization
  • Location Savings
  • Exit Taxes
• Transfer Pricing as a tool for Business Structuring
• Transfer Pricing Issues- Sectorial Perspective
  • Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Media and Entertainment
  • Oil and Gas
  • Automobiles
  • Banking
  • Service Industry
• Importance of maintaining a Group Transfer Pricing Policy

Who Should Attend?

• Chief Financial Officers & Finance Directors
• Analysts
• Accountants & tax assistants
• Budget Officers / Forecasting Specialists
• Fund Managers and Investors
• Strategic Planners
• Private Equity and M&A Specialists
• Investment Bankers
• Corporate Bankers
• Auditors
• Tax Directors
• ACCA qualified professionals, CPA’s and Chartered accountants

General Notes

• All our courses can be facilitated as Customized In-House Training course.
• Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.
• As for Open Enrolment Courses, we offer our clients the flexibility to chose the location, date, and time and our team of experts who are spread around the globe will assist in facilitating the course.
• The course fee includes facilitation, training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and a Certificate of successful completion of Training.
• FREE Consultation and Coaching provided during and after the course.

Please register through the course page on our website: Transfer Pricing - An international perspective Training Course in Accra

Join us in Accra for our practical, inspiring NGO fighting fraud finance training. This 2-day course builds the skills and confidence of NGO managers and staff to prevent, detect and respond to fraud, making sure funds get to where they are most needed.

Who is it for?

This course is designed specifically for NGO programme, operations and finance staff, who need to proactively manage the risk of fraud. The course is primarily aimed at:

· Senior Managers of national NGOs, such as Programme and Finance Managers and

· International NGO staff who manage partner relationships, such as Desk Officers or Project Officers

The course is most likely to be relevant to organisations with more than 12-15 staff or an annual budget of greater than £250,000. It would also be of interest to NGO internal auditors.

Not sure if this is the right course for you? Email our team for advice at training@mango.org.uk.

Key discoveries

· Assess fraud risk and design projects and controls to mitigate the risks

· Set up an effective speaking up hotline

· Establish and provide guidance for a Fraud Response Team from within your existing staff

· Identify the required content of key anti-fraud policies and processes

View the full course outline here.

You can book online here, or email our friendly team at training@mango.org.uk for help with your reservation.

Why choose Mango?

We enjoy a trusted reputation in the NGO sector built on quality and a deep understanding of the challenges NGOs face. The Mango training approach is fresh, unique and exciting. Our participatory technique will make you feel inspired, motivated and confident to use your new skills straight away.

The learning does not end when you leave the training room. You will take away valuable materials and tools to use after the course, including a detailed course handbook and free field accounting tool. We also provide free follow-up support for 12 months after the training.

Don’t just take our word for it – watch this short video to see how some of our participants have benefited from their Mango training.

Other courses

Take a look at our full global programme of NGO financial management training courses for non-finance and finance staff here.

We hope to welcome you on a Mango course soon!