Master Donor Project Finance: Advanced Management Course

Course Description

This intensive 5-day course equips professionals with advanced skills in financial management, grants administration, and auditing for donor-funded projects. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the entire grants management cycle, from proposal development to financial reporting and compliance. The course emphasizes practical application through case studies and interactive sessions.

Learning Objectives

• Master advanced budgeting techniques and financial reporting for donor-funded projects
• Develop expertise in grants management, including proposal writing and compliance
• Understand auditing principles and prepare for donor audits effectively
• Implement robust financial controls and risk management strategies
• Enhance skills in donor relations and multi-donor fund management

Course Modules

Day 1: Advanced Financial Management

• Multi-year budgeting and forecasting
• Cost allocation methodologies
• Financial risk analysis and mitigation
• Advanced financial reporting techniques

Day 2: Grants Management Fundamentals

• Grant proposal development and budgeting
• Grant agreements and compliance requirements
• Grant tracking tools and systems
• Managing multiple funding sources

Day 3: Financial Controls and Compliance

• Internal control systems for donor-funded projects
• Procurement and contract management
• Cost eligibility and allowability
• Subrecipient monitoring and management

Day 4: Auditing for Donor-Funded Projects

• Audit preparation and documentation
• Common audit findings and how to avoid them
• Responding to audit queries
• Post-audit action plans and implementation

Day 5: Advanced Topics and Case Studies

• Multi-donor funding management
• Financial sustainability planning
• Donor relations and communication strategies
• Case studies and best practices in project financial management

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to design and implement robust financial management systems for donor-funded projects
• Enhanced skills in writing winning grant proposals and managing grants effectively
• Confidence in preparing for and managing donor audits
• Improved capacity to ensure compliance and minimize financial risks in project implementation