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Humanitarian Global (HG) is a leading capacity building and consultancy organization with over 10 years of experience, dedicated to strengthening people, systems, and leadership across the humanitarian and development sector.

We partner with NGOs, UN agencies, governments, academic institutions, and corporate actors to deliver practical, results-driven solutions that enhance organizational performance and enable measurable, sustainable impact at scale.

Our work is firmly aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a strong focus on accountability, equity, resilience, and locally led development.

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Humanitarian Global Professional Development Series 2026

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Training/course	Onsite	Fees (USD)	Online	Fees (USD)
1. Leadership & Project Management for NGOs & Development Organizations	14th – 18th Dec (5 Days)	USD 1200	7th-18th Dec (2 Weeks)	USD 700
2. Donor Compliance, Finance & Audit Readiness	16th - 20th Nov (5 Days)	USD 1200	16th - 27th Nov (2 Weeks)	USD 700
3. Annual Project Planning & Result Based Management (RBM)	7th - 11th Dec (5 Days)	USD 1200	30th Nov - 11th Dec (2 Weeks)	USD 700
4. Proposal Writing, Grant Acquisition & Resource Mobilization	7th - 11th Dec (5 Days)	USD 1200	7th - 18th Dec (2 Weeks)	USD 700
5. Data Analytics & Visualization Using SPSS & Power BI Training	9th - 13th Nov (5 Days)	USD 850	9th - 20th Nov (2 Weeks)	USD 500
6. Data Collection for Humanitarians using KoboToolbox and Open Data Kit	12th – 16th Oct (5 Days)	USD 850	5th - 16th Oct (2 Weeks)	USD 500
7. Environmental and Social Safeguarding (ESS)	19th – 23rd Oct (5 Days)	USD 850	19th -30th Oct (2 Weeks)	USD 500

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Training Outlines

Leadership & Project Management for NGOs & Development Organizations Training Outline

Module 1: Project Management Fundamentals and Leadership Essentials

∙Sub-Topic 1: Understanding Project Management

∙Significance of Project Management

∙Project Management vs. General Management

∙Project, Program, Portfolio, and Operation Differences

∙Sub-Topic 2: Leadership in Project Management

∙Leadership Competencies for Project Success

∙Leadership Styles in Project Management

∙Leading Multidisciplinary Teams

∙Sub-Topic 3: Project Management Framework

∙The Project Management Life Cycle

∙Types of Development Life Cycles (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)

∙The Triple Constraint: Scope, Time, and Cost

Module 2: Project Initiation and Stakeholder Engagement

∙Sub-Topic 1: Strategic Project Initiation

∙The Project Initiation Phase

∙Importance of a Well-Defined Project Charter

∙Setting Clear Project Objectives and Goals

∙Sub-Topic 2: Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement

∙Steps in Stakeholder Analysis

∙Stakeholder Identification and Mapping

∙Effective Stakeholder Engagement Strategies

∙Sub-Topic 3: Roles and Responsibilities

∙Understanding the Project Sponsor’s Role

∙The Role of the Project Manager

∙Defining the Project Customer’s Role

Module 3: Advanced Project Planning and Risk Management

∙Sub-Topic 1: Project Scope Definition

∙Defining Product Scope vs. Project Scope

∙Developing a Comprehensive Project Scope Statement

∙Sub-Topic 2: Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

∙Creating an Effective WBS

∙Identifying Work Package Characteristics

∙Sub-Topic 3: Cost Estimation and Budgeting

∙Advanced Cost Estimation Techniques

∙Determining and Managing the Project Budget

∙Sub-Topic 4: Project Schedule Development

∙Creating a Detailed Project Schedule

∙Value and Significance of the Project Schedule

∙Sub-Topic 5: Project Risk Management

∙Advanced Strategies for Risk Identification and Assessment

∙Risk Mitigation and Response Planning

∙Monitoring and Controlling Project Risks

∙Sub-Topic 6: Project Baseline and Change Control

∙Components of a Project Baseline

∙Implementing Effective Project Change Control Strategies

Module 4: Leadership in Project Execution and Team Development

∙Sub-Topic 1: Execution Phase Essentials

∙Technical and Human Resource Aspects of Project Execution

∙Monitoring and Controlling Project Progress

∙Sub-Topic 2: Team Development and Leadership

∙The Project Manager’s Role in Team Development

∙Navigating the Five Stages of Team Development

∙Sub-Topic 3: Effective Communication

∙Advanced Communication Methods in Project Management

∙The Project Manager’s Role in Facilitating Communication

∙Sub-Topic 4: Conflict Resolution and Decision Making

∙Advanced Conflict Resolution Options and Strategies

∙The Decision-Making Process in Complex Projects

∙Sub-Topic 5: Project Review and Oversight

∙Types of Project Reviews

∙Techniques for Effective Project Oversight

Module 5: Strategic Project Closure and Post-Project Analysis

∙Sub-Topic 1: Project Closing Activities

∙Key Activities Involved in Project Closure

∙Benefits of Efficient Project Closeout

∙Sub-Topic 2: Post-Project Analysis and Continuous Improvement

∙Conducting a Post-Project Analysis

∙Developing a Continuous Improvement Plan

∙Sub-Topic 3: Leadership Impact on Project Outcomes

∙Evaluating the Role of Leadership in Project Success

∙Leveraging Leadership for Long-Term Organizational Growth

∙Sub-Topic 4: Strategic Thinking in Project Management

∙Applying Strategic Thinking to Achieve Long-Term Goals

∙Leveraging Project Success for Organizational Advancement

∙Sub-Topic 5: Personal Leadership Action Plan

∙Developing a Personal Leadership Action Plan for Ongoing Improvement

Donor Compliance, Finance & Audit Readiness Training Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Donor Compliance and Grant Financial Management

1.1 Understanding Donor Compliance

1.2 Donor Regulations and Compliance Frameworks

1.3 Grant Financial Management

1.4 Governance and Ethical Financial Management

Module 2: Financial Planning, Budget Management and Donor Reporting

2.1 Budget Development and Cost Principles

2.2 Financial Monitoring and Expenditure Control

2.3 Donor Financial Reporting

2.4 Documentation and Record Management

Module 3: Internal Controls, Procurement Compliance and Risk Management

3.1 Internal Control Systems

3.2 Procurement Compliance

3.3 Asset and Inventory Management

3.4 Risk Management and Fraud Prevention

Module 4: Audit Readiness and Compliance Reviews

4.1 Understanding Donor Audits

4.2 Preparing for Financial Audits

4.3 Managing Compliance Reviews

4.4 Responding to Audit Findings

Module 5: Building a Compliance Culture and Organizational Readiness

5.1 Organizational Compliance Systems

5.2 Capacity Building for Compliance

5.3 Organizational Audit Readiness Assessment

5.4 Developing Organizational Compliance Action Plans

Annual Project Planning & Result Based Management (RBM) Training Outline

Module 1: Strategic Annual Project Planning and Results-Based Management

1.1 Understanding Annual Project Planning

1.2 Results-Based Management Fundamentals

1.3 Linking Strategy to Project Results

1.4 Theory of Change and Results Frameworks

Practical Exercise: Develop a Results Chain and Annual Project Results Framework for a selected project.

Module 2: Annual Work Planning, Scope, WBS and Scheduling

2.1 Defining Project Scope

2.2 Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

2.3 Annual Work Plans

2.4 Project Scheduling

2.5 Gantt Charts and Annual Implementation Plans

Practical Exercise: Develop a 12-Month Annual Project Work Plan and Gantt Chart.

Module 3: Project Budgeting, Resource Planning and Risk Management

3.1 Project Resource Planning

3.2 Project Cost Planning

3.3 Annual Budget and Work Plan Integration

3.4 Project Risk Management

3.5 Assumptions and Constraints

Practical Exercise: Develop an Annual Project Budget, Resource Plan and Risk Register.

Module 4: Results Measurement, Monitoring, Performance and Reporting

4.1 Developing Performance Indicators

4.2 Project Performance Measurement

4.3 Monitoring Project Implementation

4.4 Variance Analysis

4.5 Performance Reporting

Practical Exercise: Analyse a Project Performance Dashboard and prepare a quarterly performance report identifying variances and corrective actions.

Module 5: Adaptive Management, Stakeholder Engagement and Continuous Improvement

5.1 Stakeholder Engagement in Annual Planning

5.2 Adaptive Project Management

5.3 Corrective and Preventive Action

5.4 Lessons Learned and Knowledge Management

5.5 Annual Review and Next-Year Planning

5.6 Continuous Improvement

Final Project: Developing an Integrated Annual Project Plan and Results Management Framework : Participants will select either a real project from their organization or a provided case study and develop a complete 12-month project implementation and results management plan.The project should have a clear development, humanitarian, social protection, health, WASH, education, livelihoods, climate, or other relevant development objective

Proposal Writing, Grant Acquisition & Resource Mobilization Training Outline

Module 1: Funding Landscape, Donor Research and Resource Mobilization Strategy

1.1 Understanding Resource Mobilization

1.2 Donor and Funding Opportunity Research

1.3 Developing a Resource Mobilization Strategy

1.4 Donor Positioning and Relationship Building

Practical Exercise: Develop a Donor Mapping and Resource Mobilization Matrix for a selected organization.

Module 2: Proposal Development, Concept Notes and Project Design

2.1 Understanding Donor Proposals

2.2 Problem Identification and Evidence

2.3 Project Design

2.4 Proposal Narrative Development

2.5 Work Planning and Implementation

Practical Exercise: Participants develop a concept note and project design framework based on a real or simulated funding opportunity.

Module 3: Budget Development, Grant Acquisition and Proposal Quality

3.1 Proposal Budget Development

3.2 Budget Narrative and Financial Justification

3.3 Grant Acquisition Process

3.4 Proposal Quality Assurance

3.5 Winning Proposal Strategies

Practical Exercise: Develop a complete project budget and budget narrative, followed by a proposal quality assurance review using donor evaluation criteria

Module 4: Grants Management, Compliance and Reporting

4.1 Understanding the Grant Lifecycle

4.2 Grant Implementation and Financial Management

4.3 Grant Compliance

4.4 Grant Monitoring and Reporting

4.5 Grant Close-Out and Learning

Practical Exercise: Conduct a Grant Compliance and Risk Review using a simulated donor grant and develop a corrective action plan.

Module 5: Fundraising, Donor Engagement and Sustainable Resource Mobilization

5.1 Diversifying Resource Mobilization

5.2 Donor Cultivation and Stewardship

5.3 Fundraising Communication and Storytelling

5.4 Donor Relationship and Database Management

5.5 Measuring Resource Mobilization Performance

Final Project: Participants develop a 12-month Resource Mobilization and Grants Acquisition Plan, including donor targets, funding opportunities, engagement strategies, proposal pipeline, fundraising activities, and performance indicators.

Data Analytics & Visualization Using SPSS & Power Bi Training - Outline

SESSION 1: SPSS Fundamentals

Introduction to the SPSS user interface
SPSS options and
Data entry and Data cleaning
Data coding – Validation and editing: manual and imports

SESSION 2: Variable Management

Definition of variables (string, numeric, date, coma, dot and scientific notation; scale, ordinal and categorical variables)
Data transformation using the recode function
Using the compute module to create new variables

SESSION 3: Hypothesis Testing

Basic non-parametric tests like chi-square and comparison of means Editing of output using the output viewer.
Exporting output to other programs like MS Word and Excel
Conducting exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis

SESSION 4: SPSS Descriptive statistics.

Correlation analysis
Simple linear regression analysis
Interpretation of correlationandregressionoutputs

SESSION 5: POWER BI ENVIRONMENT

Overview of Power BI Desktop and Power BI Service
Introduction to the PBIX user interface
BI features, options, and functions.
Data entry and Data cleaning
Data transformations and Merging Queries
Loading, Shaping & Transforming Data with Power Query

SESSION 6: INTELLIGENT DASHBOARDS: COLLABORATIVE METRICS DASHBOARD REPORTS

Reporting & Data Visualization with Power Map
Data Mapping in Pivots
Charting and visualisation
Visuals, Map-Based Graphs, Heat & Regions Maps

SESSION 7: END-TO-END REPORTING SOLUTIONS

Creating Info Graphics
Data Classifications & Case Studies
Presenting PBIx dashboards
Interpretation of result

SESSION 8: PUBLISHING AND SHARING REPORTS

Print & Export Dashboards
Power BI Mobile
Publishing to Web
Embed in SharePoint and export to PowerPoint

Data Collection for Humanitarians using KoboToolbox and Open Data Kit - Outline

Session 1: Introduction to Data Collection in Humanitarian Work

Understanding the importance of data collection
Ethical considerations and data protection
Overview of KoBoToolbox and ODK (Differences between the two open-source tools)
Key features and benefits of KoBoToolbox
Key features and benefits of ODK

Session 2: Form Design with KoBoForm

Creating customized data collection forms in KoBoForm
Designing forms with various question types and logic
Incorporating multimedia elements into KoBoForm

Session 3: Data Collection with KoBoCollect

Installing and configuring KoBoCollect on Android devices
Offline data collection strategies with KoBoCollect
Real-time data submission and reporting in the field

Session 4: Data Management on KoBoToolbox Server

Setting up and hosting a KoBoToolbox server
Uploading forms and managing user access
Aggregating, exporting, and sharing data on KoBoToolbox

Session 5: Data Security and Privacy in KoBoToolbox

Encryption and secure data transmission in KoBoToolbox
User authentication and access control
Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations in KoBoToolbox

Session 6: Form Design with ODK Build

Creating customized data collection forms in ODK Build
Designing forms with various question types and logic
Incorporating multimedia elements into ODK Build forms

Session 7: Data Collection with ODK Collect

Installing and configuring ODK Collect on Android devices
Offline data collection strategies with ODK Collect
Real-time data submission and reporting in the field using ODK Collect

Session 8: Data Management on ODK Aggregate

Setting up and hosting an ODK Aggregate server
Uploading forms and managing user access on ODK Aggregate
Aggregating, exporting, and sharing data using ODK Aggregate

Session 9: Data Security and Privacy in ODK

Encryption and secure data transmission in ODK
User authentication and access control in ODK
Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations in ODK

Session 10: Applying KoBoToolbox and ODK in Humanitarian Work

Review of key concepts and skills learned in the course
Practical exercises and case studies in humanitarian contexts
Data collection, management, and analysis challenges in the field
Using KoBoToolbox and ODK to address humanitarian needs
Group discussions and peer review of data collection projects
Strategies for enhancing the impact of humanitarian responses through data

Environmental and Social Safeguarding (ESS) Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Environmental and Social Safeguards

Definitions of Environmental and Social Safeguards
Importance in Project Management
Regulatory Framework: National and Local Regulations & International Standards (e.g., World Bank, IFC)
Principles of Safeguards: Prevention, Mitigation, Monitoring

Module 2: Environmental Safeguards

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Purpose and Process
Key Components of EIA
Mitigation Measures
Monitoring and Reporting

Module 3: Social Safeguards

Social Impact Assessment (SIA)
Community Engagement Strategies
Addressing Vulnerable Groups

Module 4: Integration of Safeguards into Project Planning

Risk Assessment in Project Planning
Implementation Strategies
Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation

Module 5: Best Practices and Action Planning

Case Studies of Successful Safeguard Implementation
Lessons Learned from Failures and Challenges
Tools and Resources for Safeguard Management
Developing an Action Plan

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Project Management & Leadership Essential Courses

1. Women in Leadership for Humanitarian & Development Contexts

2. Leadership & Project Management for NGOs and Development Organizations

3. Project Cycle Management (PMD Pro-aligned)

4. Corporate Governance & Strategic Leadership for Boards and Senior Executives

5. Leadership & Change Management

6.Strategic Planning & Execution Using the Balanced Scorecard (BSC)

7. Performance Management Systems for High-Performing Organizations

8. Strategic Leadership & Management Excellence

9. Strategic Planning & Management

10. Facility & Asset Management for Operational Excellence

11. Parliamentary Diplomacy & Stakeholder Engagement

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) Training Courses

Project Evaluation for Humanitarian & Development Projects
Theory of Change, Stories of Change & MEAL Systems Planning
Impact Evaluation for Evidence-Based Policy Development
Participatory Monitoring & Evaluation
Monitoring & Evaluation for Humanitarian & Development Projects

Professional Development Courses

Practical AI Skills for Humanitarian Professionals
Report Writing & Presentation Skills
Humanitarian Essentials & Principles
Training of Trainers (ToT)

Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) Courses

WASH in Schools & Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM)
Sustainable Rural & Urban WASH Planning
Gender, Equality, Disability & Social Inclusion (GEDSI)
WASH Financing & Governance
GIS & Data Analysis for WASH Projects
WASH in Humanitarian & Development Contexts
Hygiene Promotion Using CLTS, PHAST & CHAST Approaches
WASH in Healthcare Settings During Emergencies

Human Nutrition & Dietetics Courses

Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM)
Maternal Infant & Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN)

Health, Safety, Security & Risk Management (HSSRM) Courses

Occupational Safety & Health (OSHA/OHS)
First Aid, Emergency & Fire Safety Management
Mental Health, Wellbeing & Psychosocial Safety
Security Awareness & Hostile Environment Training (HEAT)

Environment, Climate & Natural Resource Management Courses

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in Forestry & Land Use Projects
Community-Based Forest Management & Participatory Land Use Planning
Land Degradation, Restoration & Sustainable Land Management
Biodiversity Conservation & Forest Ecosystem Management
Carbon Markets & Climate Finance for Sustainable Development
Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience for Pastoral Communities
Governance for Transhumance, Pastoral Mobility & Natural Resource Management
Social Protection, Climate Adaptation & Flourishing Livelihoods

Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Courses

Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM) for Media Practitioners
Comprehensive Emergency Management (CEM) for Humanitarian & Development Professionals
Disaster Communication & Early Warning Systems
Emergency Operations Center (COM) Management
Incident Command System (ICS)
Disaster Preparedness & Response Planning
Disaster Risk Reduction & Climate Resilience

Negotiation & Influencing Skills Courses

Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors
Negotiation & Conflict Management in Organization
Negotiation & Dispute Resolution
Purchasing & Contract Negotiation Strategies
Negotiation & Strategic Influence

Data Collection, Digital Transformation & Analytics Courses

AI & Machine Learning
Geographic Information System (GIS) & Spatial Data Analysis for Decision Making
Statistical Data Analysis using R & Stata
Qualitative Data Analysis Using Nvivo & Tableau
Data Collection using Survey CTO & CSPro

Procurement & Logistics Courses

Tendering, Procurement & Negotiation Skills
Procurement for NGOs
Humanitarian Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Management Workshop for Procurement Managers

Community Development Courses

Community Protection & Empowerment
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention & Response
Child Protection in Humanitarian Action
Social Work & Community Development

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Nairobi, Kenya

Kigali, Rwanda

London, UK

Dubai, UAE

Cape Town, South Africa

Singapore City, Singapore

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Arusha/Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

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Leadership That Delivers

Before the training, managing teams and keeping complex NGO projects on track was challenging. I learned practical leadership, decision-making, stakeholder management, and project delivery tools, which I immediately applied to improve team coordination and project planning. The biggest change was my confidence as a leader and the effectiveness of our project delivery.

Program Manager,

International NGO, Kenya

From Ideas to
Funding

Prior to the training, we had strong ideas but struggled to turn them into compelling donor proposals. I learned how to align proposals with donor priorities, identify funding opportunities, and strengthen our fundraising approach. Applying these techniques has made our proposals more competitive and our team much more confident in resource mobilization.

Grants & Partnerships Officer,

National NGO, Malawi

Audit
Ready

The situation before, ensuring our donor-funded projects were fully compliant and audit-ready was challenging. I learned practical approaches to financial controls, documentation, compliance, and audit preparation, which we applied to strengthen our systems. Our team is now more confident managing donor funds and identifying compliance gaps early.

Finance Manager,

International NGO, Yemen

From Data to
Decisions

Our initial challenge we collected plenty of data but struggled to turn it into useful insights. I learned how to analyze data using SPSS and create interactive dashboards with Power BI, then applied these skills to our project reporting. We now use data more effectively to identify trends, communicate findings, and support better decisions.