Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Public Sector Project Planning and Management Training Course

Public sector projects play a critical role in delivering government policies, infrastructure development, social services, economic growth, and sustainable development outcomes. Effective project planning and management are essential for ensuring that public investments achieve intended objectives, deliver value for money, meet stakeholder expectations, and contribute to national development priorities. The Public Sector Project Planning and Management Training Course is designed to equip government officials, project managers, development practitioners, policymakers, and public sector professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, implement, monitor, and manage projects successfully within public institutions and development organizations.

This comprehensive training program explores project planning methodologies, project lifecycle management, results-based management, stakeholder engagement, project scheduling, budgeting, procurement management, risk management, monitoring and evaluation, and project governance. Participants will gain practical insights into developing project concepts, conducting feasibility studies, preparing project plans, managing resources, and ensuring effective implementation. The course integrates international project management standards, public sector governance principles, and best practices that support successful project delivery and sustainable development outcomes.

Public sector projects often face challenges related to resource constraints, policy changes, stakeholder expectations, procurement delays, governance issues, and implementation risks. This course emphasizes strategic approaches to project design, planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation. Participants will learn how to align projects with national development goals, manage project teams, strengthen accountability systems, control costs, mitigate risks, and improve project performance. Special attention is given to public investment management, donor-funded projects, infrastructure development programs, and results-oriented project implementation frameworks.

Through practical workshops, project planning exercises, case studies, simulations, group discussions, and project management tools, participants will strengthen their capacity to manage projects effectively from initiation to completion. Upon successful completion, participants will be equipped to improve project performance, enhance resource utilization, strengthen governance and accountability, achieve project objectives, and contribute to effective public service delivery and sustainable development.

Course Objectives

1.     Understand the principles and frameworks of public sector project planning and management.

2.     Strengthen project identification, design, and planning capabilities.

3.     Improve project scheduling, budgeting, and resource management skills.

4.     Enhance stakeholder engagement and communication strategies.

5.     Strengthen project implementation and execution processes.

6.     Improve risk management and problem-solving capabilities.

7.     Enhance monitoring, evaluation, and reporting systems.

8.     Strengthen project governance and accountability mechanisms.

9.     Improve management of donor-funded and public investment projects.

10.  Promote successful project delivery and sustainable development outcomes.

Organization Benefits

1.     Improved project planning and implementation effectiveness.

2.     Enhanced utilization of financial and human resources.

3.     Better alignment of projects with strategic development goals.

4.     Improved project governance and accountability.

5.     Enhanced stakeholder engagement and collaboration.

6.     Reduced project delays, risks, and cost overruns.

7.     Improved monitoring, evaluation, and reporting systems.

8.     Increased project success rates and development impact.

9.     Strengthened institutional capacity in project management.

10.  Improved public service delivery and organizational performance.

Target Participants

·       Government Officials

·       Project Managers

·       Program Managers

·       Public Sector Executives

·       Development Practitioners

·       Strategic Planning Officers

·       Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists

·       Procurement and Finance Officers

·       Engineers and Infrastructure Managers

·       Donor-Funded Project Coordinators

·       Local Government Officers

·       Policy and Planning Professionals

·       NGO and Civil Society Managers

·       Consultants and Advisors

·       Public Administration Professionals

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Public Sector Project Planning and Management

·       Introduction to project management concepts

·       Project lifecycle and management frameworks

·       Public sector project governance

·       Project identification and prioritization

·       Strategic alignment with development goals

·       Case Study: Planning a national development project

Module 2: Project Design, Planning, and Resource Management

·       Project needs assessment and feasibility analysis

·       Logical Framework Approach and Theory of Change

·       Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development

·       Project scheduling and timeline management

·       Budgeting and resource allocation techniques

·       Case Study: Developing a comprehensive project plan

Module 3: Project Implementation, Procurement, and Risk Management

·       Project execution and coordination strategies

·       Procurement planning and contract management

·       Risk identification and assessment methodologies

·       Risk mitigation and contingency planning

·       Quality assurance and control systems

·       Case Study: Managing implementation risks in public projects

Module 4: Stakeholder Engagement, Communication, and Team Leadership

·       Stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies

·       Communication planning and reporting

·       Leadership and team management skills

·       Conflict resolution and negotiation techniques

·       Partnership and collaboration management

·       Case Study: Stakeholder management in a public infrastructure project

Module 5: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Performance Reporting

·       Monitoring frameworks and performance indicators

·       Data collection and project tracking systems

·       Progress reporting and performance reviews

·       Evaluation methodologies and impact assessment

·       Lessons learned and knowledge management

·       Case Study: Monitoring and evaluating project outcomes

Module 6: Project Sustainability, Governance, and Closing

·       Sustainability planning and exit strategies

·       Project governance and accountability mechanisms

·       Financial closure and project audits

·       Benefits realization and impact measurement

·       Project closure and post-project reviews

·       Case Study: Successful completion and sustainability of a public sector project

General Information

1.     Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.

2.     Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.

3.     Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.

4.     Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).

5.     Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.

6.     Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.

7.     Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.

8.     Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.

9.     Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.

10.  Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.

11.  Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.

12.  Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.

13.  Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at [email protected] or call us at +254712260031.

14.  Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.