Training on Project Design Using Logical Framework Approach
Master project design using the Logical Framework Approach (LFA). Learn to develop clear and achievable project objectives, identify key activities and indicators, and create a robust project plan.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This five-day intensive course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Logical Framework Approach (LFA) for project design. The course emphasizes practical application, ensuring that participants can apply the LFA to real-world scenarios in their respective fields. By the end of this course, participants will be well-equipped to design, implement, and evaluate projects using the Logical Framework Approach, enhancing the effectiveness and impact of their projects in their respective fields.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Project managers and coordinators
- Program officers and developers
- NGO staff involved in project planning and management
- Government officials responsible for project implementation
- Development practitioners and consultants
- Professionals involved in monitoring and evaluation of projects
- Donor agency representatives
- Any individual interested in enhancing their project design skills
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to
- Understand the principles and components of the Logical Framework Approach.
- Develop a detailed Logical Framework Matrix (Logframe) for project planning.
- Identify and formulate clear project goals, objectives, outputs, and activities.
- Design effective indicators for monitoring and evaluating project performance.
- Conduct stakeholder analysis to ensure inclusive project design.
- Apply risk management strategies to project planning and implementation.
- Utilize the LFA for resource allocation and budgeting.
- Enhance project proposal writing skills using the Logical Framework Approach.
- Implement and manage projects effectively based on the Logical Framework Matrix.
- Evaluate project outcomes and impact using the LFA.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Project Design Introduction
- Project planning and design principles
- Project lifecycle stages
- Challenges in project management
- Project management processes
- Project results chain (inputs, activities, outputs, outcomes, impact)
- Case Study: Poor project design leading to failure in a donor-funded program
- Practical: Mapping a project lifecycle and results chain
Module 2: Project Results Framework & Indicators
- Project result levels and hierarchy
- Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) causal pathways
- Linking project result levels
- Selection of indicators
- Indicator metrics and measurement approaches
- Indicator matrix development
- Tracking and reporting indicators
- Case Study: Weak indicators leading to ineffective project monitoring
- Practical: Developing a results framework and indicator matrix
Module 3: Logical Framework Approach-Project Analysis Phase
- Stakeholder analysis
- Problem tree analysis
- Objective tree analysis
- Strategy analysis and prioritization
- Case Study: Misaligned stakeholder priorities affecting project success
- Practical: Developing a problem tree and objective tree
Module 4: Logical Framework Approach-Project Planning Phase
- Introduction to the Logical Framework Matrix (LFM)
- Structure and format of the LFM
- Developing the logframe matrix
- Vertical and horizontal logic of the logframe
- Baseline data and target setting
- Case Study: Weak logframe design affecting project accountability
- Practical: Building a complete logical framework matrix
Module 5: Project Risk, Assumptions & Scheduling
- Defining project assumptions
- Incorporating assumptions into the logframe
- Risk identification and management strategies
- Managing risks affecting assumptions
- Project implementation planning
- Resource scheduling
- Cost scheduling
- Case Study: Project delays due to unrealistic assumptions and poor planning
- Practical: Developing a project implementation and resource schedule
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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The organization will increase the likelihood of project success by ensuring all initiatives are based on a clear, logical, and well-defined framework.
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Project proposals will become more compelling and professional, increasing the organization’s chances of securing funding and stakeholder buy-in.
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A standardized framework will improve accountability and transparency, making it easier to monitor progress and report on project outcomes.
Personal Impact
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Gain a highly sought-after skill that is essential for designing projects with a strategic, results-oriented, and logical mindset.
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Position yourself for career advancement by mastering a core methodology used for project management and leadership roles.
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Increase your professional influence by gaining the ability to present and justify project plans in a clear and compelling framework.
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 |
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