About this programme

Humanitarian operations require timely and effective financial management to ensure aid reaches affected populations. This training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to manage emergency funding, understand donor requirements, and ensure accountability in humanitarian finance. Case studies illustrate real-world emergency funding scenarios.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Humanitarian Finance Officers
Program and Project Managers in NGOs
Donor Relations and Grant Managers
Compliance and Audit Staff
Emergency Response Coordinators

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the principles and frameworks of humanitarian finance.
Manage emergency funds efficiently and in compliance with donor requirements.
Develop budgets and financial plans for crisis response.
Apply accountability and transparency mechanisms in emergency contexts.
Analyze case studies to learn from real humanitarian finance challenges.

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Principles of Humanitarian Finance

Overview of humanitarian funding mechanisms
Roles of NGOs, UN agencies, and donors
Case Study: Emergency fund allocation during a natural disaster

Module 2: Emergency Budgeting and Fund Management

Preparing and managing emergency budgets
Cash flow management in crisis scenarios
Case Study: Budgeting for a multi-location emergency response

Module 3: Donor Compliance and Reporting

Understanding donor requirements and financial guidelines
Reporting and accountability to stakeholders
Case Study: Meeting donor compliance in rapid response operations

Module 4: Risk Management in Humanitarian Finance

Identifying financial risks during emergencies
Strategies for mitigating fraud and misuse of funds
Case Study: Addressing financial mismanagement in humanitarian projects

Module 5: Accountability, Transparency & Best Practices

Establishing transparent processes and controls
Lessons from successful humanitarian finance programs
Case Study: Implementing accountability systems in large-scale emergency response

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

Streamlined management of emergency funds
Enhanced compliance with donor and regulatory requirements
Improved accountability and transparency in humanitarian projects
Reduced risk of fund mismanagement and audit issues

Individual Impact

Understanding of humanitarian finance processes and principles
Ability to manage emergency budgets effectively
Skills in reporting, auditing, and compliance during crises
Practical experience through case studies of real emergency funding scenarios

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.

Full calendar

City	Starts	Ends	Delivery	Book
NakuruNext	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kigali	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Accra	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kisumu	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Johannesburg	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Dakar	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book