Training on Partnerships and Resource Mobilization
Build skills in partnerships and resource mobilization to secure funding and strengthen organizational sustainability.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 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
This course equips participants with practical strategies to develop sustainable partnerships and mobilize resources effectively for organizational growth. It covers partnership building, donor engagement, proposal writing, fundraising techniques, and communication strategies. Participants will gain skills to design resource mobilization plans, engage stakeholders, and ensure long-term sustainability of projects and programs.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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NGO and nonprofit leaders
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Program and project managers
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Fundraising and development officers
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Policy and advocacy specialists
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Government and donor agency staff
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Corporate social responsibility (CSR) managers
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand principles of partnerships and resource mobilization
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Map and engage potential partners and donors
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Develop and implement resource mobilization strategies
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Draft compelling proposals and concept notes
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Strengthen donor relations and reporting practices
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Partnerships and Resource Mobilization
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Understanding resource mobilization in organizational sustainability
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Types of partnerships: public, private, and community-based
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Case studies of successful partnerships
Module 2: Identifying and Engaging Donors and Partners
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Donor mapping and profiling
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Approaches for engagement and networking
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Practical: Stakeholder analysis exercise
Module 3: Proposal Writing and Fundraising Techniques
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Elements of strong proposals and concept notes
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Innovative fundraising methods
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Practical: Drafting a resource mobilization proposal
Module 4: Partnership Management and Communication
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Building trust and sustaining relationships
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Communication strategies for resource mobilization
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Case study: Effective CSR and NGO partnerships
Module 5: Designing a Resource Mobilization Strategy
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Developing a sustainable resource mobilization plan
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Monitoring and reporting to donors
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Practical: Creating an organizational resource mobilization roadmap
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Stronger partnerships with stakeholders and donors
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Increased funding opportunities and sustainability
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Enhanced credibility and visibility in resource mobilization
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Better alignment between projects and funding priorities
Individual Impact
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Skills to design effective fundraising strategies
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Improved proposal and donor communication skills
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Ability to negotiate and manage partnerships
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Confidence in resource mobilization planning and execution
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 | 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 |
- NakuruNext
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kigali
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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For corporate teams
Training 10+ professionals?
We deliver Training on Partnerships and Resource Mobilization in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.