Training on Cash Flow Management for Development Projects
Enhance financial sustainability and accountability in development projects through cash flow management skills.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
10 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Effective cash flow management is crucial for development projects to ensure timely execution, financial sustainability, and accountability to donors. This training equips participants with practical skills to plan, monitor, and control cash flows, optimize working capital, and prevent financial bottlenecks in development project operations. Real-world case studies are used to illustrate common challenges and best practices.
Duration
10 Days
Who Should Attend
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Project Managers & Coordinators
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Finance & Accounts Officers
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Grant and Donor Fund Managers
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NGO Administrators and Program Officers
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Monitoring & Evaluation Specialists
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand cash flow fundamentals in development projects.
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Prepare and analyze cash flow forecasts and budgets.
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Monitor cash flow and identify bottlenecks.
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Implement controls to manage liquidity and project funds effectively.
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Report cash flow performance to donors and stakeholders.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Cash Flow Management in Development Projects
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Understanding cash flow principles and cycles
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Cash flow vs. project budget and financial statements
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Case Study: Cash flow mismanagement in a donor-funded project
Module 2: Cash Flow Forecasting & Planning
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Techniques for short-term and long-term forecasting
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Tools for projecting receipts and payments
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Practical Exercise: Developing a cash flow forecast
Module 3: Monitoring Cash Flow & Identifying Bottlenecks
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Key performance indicators for cash flow management
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Tracking inflows and outflows
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Case Study: Addressing cash shortages in a rural development project
Module 4: Managing Liquidity & Optimizing Working Capital
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Strategies for cash optimization
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Controlling project expenditures
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Practical Exercise: Cash management scenario analysis
Module 5: Controls & Compliance in Cash Flow Management
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Internal controls for cash handling
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Compliance with donor and regulatory requirements
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Case Study: Strengthening cash management in an NGO project
Module 6: Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategies
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Identifying financial risks in projects
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Developing mitigation plans
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Case Study: Managing currency and payment risks
Module 7: Cash Flow Reporting & Communication
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Preparing reports for donors and management
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Using dashboards and financial reporting tools
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Practical Exercise: Drafting a cash flow report
Module 8: Tools & Software for Cash Flow Management
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Introduction to Excel, QuickBooks, and other financial tools
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Using templates and dashboards for monitoring
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Practical Exercise: Using software to manage project cash flow
Module 9: Integrating Cash Flow with Project Planning & M&E
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Linking cash flow to project timelines and deliverables
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Coordinating with procurement and finance teams
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Case Study: Integrating cash management into project planning
Module 10: Best Practices & Lessons Learned
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Benchmarking cash flow management practices
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Lessons from successful and failed projects
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Practical Exercise: Developing a cash management improvement plan
Where the change lands
For Organizations:
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Improved financial sustainability of projects
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Enhanced donor confidence through transparent financial management
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Reduced risks of budget overruns and cash shortages
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Strengthened internal financial controls
For Individuals:
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Skills to prepare, monitor, and manage project cash flows
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Ability to identify and mitigate financial risks
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Improved decision-making for resource allocation
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Competence in reporting and accountability to stakeholders
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 07 Aug 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 07 Aug 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 07 Aug 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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