Training Course on Grants Management (AFC001)
Training Course on Grants Management
The Training Course on Grants Management is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage grants throughout their lifecycle. This comprehensive course covers key topics ranging from grant proposal development to post-award management and compliance. Participants will learn best practices, tools, and strategies to optimize grant funding utilization, ensure compliance with regulations, and maximize impact.
Course Duration
Online Training: 5 days (4hrs per day)
Classroom Training: 5 days (7hrs per day)
Course Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will:
- Understand grant management fundamentals, terminology, and stakeholders.
- Learn grant proposal development, including needs assessment and budgeting.
- Explore strategies for identifying funding sources aligned with organizational priorities.
- Master effective grant application techniques for higher success rates.
- Learn post-award best practices, including budget monitoring and compliance.
- Emphasize stakeholder communication and collaboration throughout the grant lifecycle.
- Discover tools for streamlining grant management and enhancing efficiency.
- Gain knowledge of ethical considerations and compliance requirements.
Organisational Impact
Upon completion of this training, organizations will benefit in the following ways:
- Improved Grant Success Rate – Enhanced capacity to identify relevant funding opportunities and submit high-quality, competitive proposals.
- Stronger Financial Accountability – Improved budgeting, financial tracking, and reporting systems to ensure transparency and donor confidence.
- Enhanced Compliance – Reduced risk of audit findings, penalties, and funding loss through stronger understanding of donor, legal, and regulatory requirements.
- Efficient Grant Lifecycle Management – Streamlined processes from proposal development to close-out, improving coordination across departments.
- Better Internal Controls – Strengthened risk management systems to prevent fraud, mismanagement, and inefficiencies.
- Increased Organizational Credibility – Improved reputation with donors, partners, and stakeholders due to professional grant administration practices.
- Maximized Program Impact – More effective utilization of grant funds to achieve intended project outcomes and community impact.
Personal Impact
Upon completion of this training, organizations will benefit in the following ways:
- Improved Grant Success Rate – Enhanced capacity to identify relevant funding opportunities and submit high-quality, competitive proposals.
- Stronger Financial Accountability – Improved budgeting, financial tracking, and reporting systems to ensure transparency and donor confidence.
- Enhanced Compliance – Reduced risk of audit findings, penalties, and funding loss through stronger understanding of donor, legal, and regulatory requirements.
- Efficient Grant Lifecycle Management – Streamlined processes from proposal development to close-out, improving coordination across departments.
- Better Internal Controls – Strengthened risk management systems to prevent fraud, mismanagement, and inefficiencies.
- Increased Organizational Credibility – Improved reputation with donors, partners, and stakeholders due to professional grant administration practices.
- Maximized Program Impact – More effective utilization of grant funds to achieve intended project outcomes and community impact.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Grants Management
- What is grants management?
- Grants management and project development
- Key grants-related terminologies
Overview of Project Award Types
- Grants
- Contracts
- Cooperative Agreements
- Subcontracts
Types of Grants
- In-kind, Standard, Mixed
Module 2: Grants Lifecycle
- Pre-Award activities
- Planning
- Proposal Submission
- Award of Grant
- Post-Award activities
- Implementation
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Amendments
- Reporting
- Close out
Elements of Grants Application
- Grants Preparation and Planning
- Developing Goals, and Objectives
- Finalizing and Submitting Grants Application
Module 3: Grants Budgeting
- Introduction to Grants Budgeting
- Grants Budget Elements
- Budget Development
- Budget Management
Accounting Essentials for Grant
- Accounting multiple grants/ awards
- Tracking of matching funds
- Accounting for in-kind contributions
- Developing account code structure
Module 4: Compliance
- Financial and procurement rules
- Contractual agreement
- Donor compliance
- Legislative compliance
- Accounting Standards and Practices
- Community and cultural Compliance
Module 5: Contract Management
- Contract assessment
- Contract negotiation
- Contract management
Module 6: Internal Control in Grants Management
- Control environment
- Risk assessment
- Control activities
- Information and communication
- Monitoring activities
Module 7: Grants Reporting
- Financial
- Narrative
- Evaluations
- Amendments
Note: The specific content, activities, and duration of each session may be adjusted based on the target audience, learning objectives, and available time.
Course Language
English
Training Methodology
The course uses a highly interactive and practical learning approach designed to ensure knowledge retention and application:
- Interactive Lectures – Facilitator-led sessions covering core concepts and frameworks.
- Case Studies – Real-life grant management scenarios to strengthen practical understanding.
- Group Discussions & Peer Learning – Collaborative learning to share experiences and best practices.
- Hands-on Exercises – Practical budgeting, proposal writing, and reporting exercises.
- Simulation Activities – Mock grant application and review processes.
- Role Plays – Contract negotiation and donor compliance simulations.
- Templates & Tools Demonstration – Practical demonstration of grant tracking tools and reporting formats.
- Q&A and Reflection Sessions – Structured discussions to consolidate learning.
Certification
Upon completion of training, the participant will be issued with a certificate of Completion.
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