STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT IN RELIEF, HUMANITARIAN AND DEVELOPMENT CONTEXTS

ENHANCING PROJECT SUCCESS THROUGH INCLUSIVE STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Effective stakeholder management is fundamental to the success of relief, humanitarian, and development projects. This training provides you with vital skills and strategic insights to navigate the intricate stakeholder landscape. By cultivating robust relationships and deepening your understanding of diverse stakeholder needs, you’ll drive initiatives that are sustainable, impactful and aligned with aspirations of the the communities they aim to serve.

Stakeholder engagement goes beyond interaction; it embodies transformative potential. Through active listening and collaborative partnership with stakeholders, your projects can achieve:

• Enhanced effectiveness
• Long-term sustainability
• Alignment with community aspirations and priorities

WHAT THIS COURSE COVERS

• MASTERING STAKEHOLDER IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYSIS: Gain expert insights into identifying and analyzing stakeholders, understanding their power, interests, and influence on project success.
• COMMUNICATION AND STAKEHOLDER UNDERSTANDING: Learn how to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, fostering mutual understanding and collaboration.
• DEVELOPING A STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT PLAN: Craft a comprehensive stakeholder management plan, addressing the needs and expectations of key stakeholders to enhance project outcomes.
• STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES: Develop tailored engagement strategies that align with stakeholder power and influence, ensuring effective collaboration and buy-in.
• INTEGRATING STAKEHOLDER PERSPECTIVES INTO PROJECT PLANNING, MONITORING & EVALUATION: Understand the importance of incorporating stakeholder insights into project planning, monitoring, and evaluation for more inclusive and sustainable development.

All topics are supported by frequent, clear, practical examples and case studies from relief, humanitarian, and development work.

You can see all the sessions in the curriculum here.

HOW THIS COURSE WORKS

This is a self-study training so you can work at your own pace. As soon as you sign up you will have access to:

• More than 2.5 hours of clear, practical, step-by-step sessions (downloadable, subtitled video, accessible on all devices)
• Discussion sections to leave questions and reflections
• Frequent tests to check and reinforce your learning
• A certificate of completion

This is a practical course. You will often be asked to pause and work through reflections and exercises. This is to support you in developing your own skills as you progress through the modules.

Your Instructor: Neil Kendrick

Leading ELD Training with over 25 years of experience, Neil Kendrick from the UK specializes in Professional Writing, Reporting Skills, Proposal Writing, Results-Based Management, and Monitoring & Evaluation. He has trained professionals from hundreds of organizations in over 20 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the course start and finish?

The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course – you decide when you start and when you finish.

How long do I have access to the course?

How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like – across any and all devices you own.

How can I start?

You can pay by credit card sign up right away. You will have access to the whole course immediately.

My organization is funding this course. How can I enroll?

If your organization is sponsoring you, and you want to pay by bank transfer, send us an email at mail@eldtraining.com.

How can we enroll a group of participants?

Relief, humanitarian and development work is a team effort. Please email us to discuss enrolling groups.

What other ways can I pay?

You can pay by bank draft, PayPal and Western Union. Contact us at mail@eldtraining.com for details.

What support is available during the course?

Although this is a self-study training, there are Discussion areas inside the course where you can post any additional questions about what was covered.

You can explore the early modules in the curriculum here.

And if you have any questions about whether this course is right for you, feel free to email us.