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<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Enrol Now<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>Overview<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Programme Objectives<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Target Participants<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Key Learning Outcomes<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Programme Benefits<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Programme Delivery<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Faculty<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/i>Request Brochure<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/i>Overview<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nOverview<\/h2>\n
CBOs and cooperatives employ millions in Kenya. The cooperative sector alone has over\u00a014 million members, mobilises KES 250 billion in savings, contributes 45% to GDP, provides direct employment for 555,000 people, and creates 1.5 million self-employment opportunities<\/strong>\u00a0in sectors such as agriculture and services.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nIntroduction<\/h2>\n
This programme strengthens leadership, management, and impact for CBOs and cooperatives. Participants gain practical tools through hands-on workshops, peer-to-peer exchanges, and strategic planning to drive sustainable community development and long-term organisational growth.<\/p>\n
The five-day course combines\u00a0four workshop days<\/strong>\u00a0with\u00a0one field visit to a local CBO and cooperative<\/strong>, offering direct exposure to real-world practices. Learning continues via an\u00a0exclusive online Community of Practice (CoP)<\/strong>, six follow-up webinars, and\u00a0peer-led clinics<\/strong>\u00a0addressing real-world challenges. An\u00a0optional Geneva module<\/strong>\u00a0provides international immersion in social business, sustainability, and humanitarian development models (costed separately).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/i>Programme Objectives<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nProgramme Objectives<\/h2>\n
This programme aims to:<\/p>\n
\n- Develop Leadership Capacity:<\/strong>\u00a0Empower CBO and cooperative leaders with advanced management and leadership skills.<\/li>\n
- Enhance Financial Resilience:<\/strong>\u00a0Equip leaders with strategies for sustainable resource mobilization and financial management.<\/li>\n
- Strengthen Organizational Impact:<\/strong>\u00a0Provide tools to help leaders scale their organizations and amplify their impact on local communities.<\/li>\n
- Build Strategic Alliances:<\/strong>\u00a0Foster collaboration and partnership development to increase resource-sharing and collective success.<\/li>\n
- Promote Ethical Governance:<\/strong>\u00a0Encourage transparent, ethical decision-making and responsible governance within organizations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Target Participants<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nTarget Participants<\/h2>\n
This programme is designed for professionals who lead, support, or collaborate with community-based organisations and cooperatives, including:<\/p>\n
\n- Individuals leading or engaged in community-based organisations<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Cooperative Leaders & Managers:<\/strong> Those managing or leading cooperatives at all levels.<\/li>\n
- Local Development Practitioners:<\/strong> Professionals engaged in community-driven development initiatives.<\/li>\n
- Government & Local Authorities:<\/strong> Officials supporting local development programmes.<\/li>\n
- Donors & Development Partners:<\/strong> Funders seeking to support grassroots initiatives effectively.<\/li>\n
- Network Builders:<\/strong> Professionals focused on partnerships and collaborative networks for community impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Key Learning Outcomes<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\nKey Learning Outcomes<\/h2>\nKey Learning Outcomes<\/div>\n
\nABy the end of the programme, participants should be able to:<\/p>\n
\n- Lead Effectively:<\/strong>\u00a0Apply leadership skills to guide organisational growth and navigate complex challenges.<\/li>\n
- Manage Resources Efficiently:<\/strong>\u00a0Implement financial management systems and mobilise resources for sustainability.<\/li>\n
- Form Strategic Partnerships:<\/strong>\u00a0Identify and build successful collaborations to enhance impact.<\/li>\n
- Plan for Growth:<\/strong>\u00a0Develop strategies for scaling operations, including monitoring and evaluation tools.<\/li>\n
- Govern Ethically:<\/strong>\u00a0Incorporate best practices in ethical governance, ensuring transparency and accountability.<\/li>\n
- Leverage Coaching for Success:<\/strong>\u00a0Apply insights from personalised coaching sessions to implement action plans effectively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>Overview<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Programme Objectives<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Target Participants<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Key Learning Outcomes<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Programme Benefits<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Programme Delivery<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Faculty<\/h4><\/a><\/li>
<\/i>Request Brochure<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
<\/i>Overview<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nOverview<\/h2>\n
CBOs and cooperatives employ millions in Kenya. The cooperative sector alone has over\u00a014 million members, mobilises KES 250 billion in savings, contributes 45% to GDP, provides direct employment for 555,000 people, and creates 1.5 million self-employment opportunities<\/strong>\u00a0in sectors such as agriculture and services.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Introduction<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nIntroduction<\/h2>\n
This programme strengthens leadership, management, and impact for CBOs and cooperatives. Participants gain practical tools through hands-on workshops, peer-to-peer exchanges, and strategic planning to drive sustainable community development and long-term organisational growth.<\/p>\n
The five-day course combines\u00a0four workshop days<\/strong>\u00a0with\u00a0one field visit to a local CBO and cooperative<\/strong>, offering direct exposure to real-world practices. Learning continues via an\u00a0exclusive online Community of Practice (CoP)<\/strong>, six follow-up webinars, and\u00a0peer-led clinics<\/strong>\u00a0addressing real-world challenges. An\u00a0optional Geneva module<\/strong>\u00a0provides international immersion in social business, sustainability, and humanitarian development models (costed separately).<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Programme Objectives<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nProgramme Objectives<\/h2>\n
This programme aims to:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Develop Leadership Capacity:<\/strong>\u00a0Empower CBO and cooperative leaders with advanced management and leadership skills.<\/li>\n
- Enhance Financial Resilience:<\/strong>\u00a0Equip leaders with strategies for sustainable resource mobilization and financial management.<\/li>\n
- Strengthen Organizational Impact:<\/strong>\u00a0Provide tools to help leaders scale their organizations and amplify their impact on local communities.<\/li>\n
- Build Strategic Alliances:<\/strong>\u00a0Foster collaboration and partnership development to increase resource-sharing and collective success.<\/li>\n
- Promote Ethical Governance:<\/strong>\u00a0Encourage transparent, ethical decision-making and responsible governance within organizations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Target Participants<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nTarget Participants<\/h2>\n
This programme is designed for professionals who lead, support, or collaborate with community-based organisations and cooperatives, including:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Individuals leading or engaged in community-based organisations<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Cooperative Leaders & Managers:<\/strong> Those managing or leading cooperatives at all levels.<\/li>\n
- Local Development Practitioners:<\/strong> Professionals engaged in community-driven development initiatives.<\/li>\n
- Government & Local Authorities:<\/strong> Officials supporting local development programmes.<\/li>\n
- Donors & Development Partners:<\/strong> Funders seeking to support grassroots initiatives effectively.<\/li>\n
- Network Builders:<\/strong> Professionals focused on partnerships and collaborative networks for community impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
<\/i>Key Learning Outcomes<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>
\nKey Learning Outcomes<\/h2>\n
Key Learning Outcomes<\/div>\n
\nABy the end of the programme, participants should be able to:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Lead Effectively:<\/strong>\u00a0Apply leadership skills to guide organisational growth and navigate complex challenges.<\/li>\n
- Manage Resources Efficiently:<\/strong>\u00a0Implement financial management systems and mobilise resources for sustainability.<\/li>\n
- Form Strategic Partnerships:<\/strong>\u00a0Identify and build successful collaborations to enhance impact.<\/li>\n
- Plan for Growth:<\/strong>\u00a0Develop strategies for scaling operations, including monitoring and evaluation tools.<\/li>\n
- Govern Ethically:<\/strong>\u00a0Incorporate best practices in ethical governance, ensuring transparency and accountability.<\/li>\n
- Leverage Coaching for Success:<\/strong>\u00a0Apply insights from personalised coaching sessions to implement action plans effectively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
- Manage Resources Efficiently:<\/strong>\u00a0Implement financial management systems and mobilise resources for sustainability.<\/li>\n
- Lead Effectively:<\/strong>\u00a0Apply leadership skills to guide organisational growth and navigate complex challenges.<\/li>\n
- Cooperative Leaders & Managers:<\/strong> Those managing or leading cooperatives at all levels.<\/li>\n
- Individuals leading or engaged in community-based organisations<\/strong><\/li>\n
- Enhance Financial Resilience:<\/strong>\u00a0Equip leaders with strategies for sustainable resource mobilization and financial management.<\/li>\n
- Develop Leadership Capacity:<\/strong>\u00a0Empower CBO and cooperative leaders with advanced management and leadership skills.<\/li>\n