This is a 4-week practical course designed to strengthen MEL systems and practices for small to medium-sized Zambian CSOs. By the end of this course, you'll understand why MEL is crucial to your organization's mission, know the basic frameworks and tools for measuring impact, and be able to rethink your current MEL approaches with your specific situation in mind.
This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and practical tools needed to effectively mobilize resources for sustainable organizational growth and impact. It explores both traditional and innovative approaches to fundraising, including donor engagement, proposal writing, strategic partnerships, and internal resource leveraging.
Through interactive modules, real-world case studies, and practical assignments, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to develop and implement successful resource mobilization strategies. Whether you're new to the concept or looking to strengthen your existing efforts, this course offers a structured pathway to building long-term financial and non-financial support for your initiatives.
This practical course guides participants through the process of transforming strategic plans into actionable results. It covers key implementation concepts including SMART goals, quarterly rocks, and performance tracking tools. Learners will explore a step-by-step approach to link long-term vision with short-term execution, ensuring accountability and measurable progress. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to create a Strategic Implementation Plan using a provided template and contribute effectively to their organization's sustainability journey
The course is designed to equip Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) with the necessary skills to analyze their organizational finances effectively. Through structured learning sessions, participants will develop supportive financial processes, reporting mechanisms, and analysis techniques to enhance financial monitoring, resource mobilization, and risk management. By the end of the course, CSOs will be able to strengthen financial sustainability, improve decision-making, and implement strategic financial planning for long-term growth.
The overall aim of this course is to help your organisation develop its (1) strategic plan, (2) (high level) implementation plan, and (3) (high level) financial plan by helping you enhance your capacity to facilitate your organisation’s strategic planning process.