Financial Management for Donor-Funded Projects Training

Effective financial management is critical to the success and sustainability of donor-funded projects. This 10-day course equips participants with practical skills and in-depth knowledge to plan, budget, monitor, and report on donor resources with accuracy, accountability, and transparency.
Through interactive lectures, case studies, and group exercises, participants will learn how to overcome the unique financial challenges that come with managing donor-supported programs.

Course Objectives

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

• Apply accounting principles in preparing financial statements for donor-funded projects.
• Develop work plans, budgets, and cash flow projections.
• Analyze and interpret financial statements for informed decision-making.
• Comply with donor regulations, legal, and administrative requirements.
• Identify funding elements, costing, and disbursement factors.
• Monitor and evaluate financial performance of donor projects.
• Manage risks, procurement, and governance in line with donor expectations.
• Design sustainability and exit strategies for long-term impact.

Course Outline (Key Modules)

1. Introduction to Donor-Funded Projects – Donor types, funding sources, and financial management challenges.
2. Financial Management Fundamentals – Budgeting, planning, and forecasting.
3. Compliance & Regulatory Framework – Donor regulations, international financial standards, and legal requirements.
4. Project Budgeting & Proposal Development – Aligning budgets with project goals and donor expectations.
5. Financial Controls & Internal Policies – Establishing controls, audits, and policies.
6. Monitoring & Reporting – Financial/narrative reporting and decision-making.
7. Risk Management – Identifying and mitigating financial risks.
8. Procurement & Contract Management – Transparent procurement and contract compliance.
9. Financial Sustainability & Exit Strategies – Diversifying funding and planning for project closure.
10. Case Studies & Practical Applications – Real-world examples and group problem-solving.

Who Should Attend

Project Managers
Finance Managers
Administrators working on donor-funded projects
Professionals seeking to enhance their financial management skills in donor-funded initiatives

Personal Benefits

Participants will:

• Gain hands-on skills in budgeting, reporting, and financial risk management.
• Strengthen their ability to ensure compliance with donor and regulatory requirements.
• Build confidence in preparing accurate financial statements and funding proposals.
• Enhance their career prospects in project finance, management, and administration.

Benefits to Organizations

• Improved transparency and accountability in donor fund management.
• Stronger internal financial controls and compliance systems.
• Reduced financial risks and audit queries.
• Increased success in securing and sustaining donor funding through sound financial practices.