Training on Strengthening WASH Governance, Policy & Regulatory Frameworks
Enhance WASH policy, governance, and regulation capacity. Learn to design and manage effective frameworks for inclusive, decentralized, and accountable WASH service delivery.
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 empowers participants with the knowledge and tools to enhance governance, policy development, and regulation in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector. Through interactive modules, participants will explore institutional arrangements, regulatory instruments, and strategies for effective WASH governance. The training emphasizes inclusive and decentralized approaches to policy-making, ensuring sustainable, equitable, and accountable service delivery.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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WASH policymakers and planners
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Government water and sanitation authorities
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Regulatory agency staff
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NGO and development organization representatives
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Local government and county officials
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Civil society leaders and community development officers
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand key principles of WASH governance and policy
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Analyze existing regulatory and institutional frameworks
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Strengthen decentralized WASH governance systems
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Design policy frameworks that support inclusive WASH services
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Improve coordination and accountability in the WASH
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of WASH Governance
- Concept and scope of governance in the WASH sector
- Principles of good governance: transparency, accountability, participation, and equity
- Key challenges and opportunities in WASH governance systems
- Roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders in service delivery
- Case Study: Governance reforms improving rural and urban WASH service delivery
- Practical: Stakeholder mapping and governance structure analysis for a WASH system
Module 2: Policy Development for WASH Services
- Approaches to water and sanitation policy formulation
- Alignment of WASH policies with national development plans and SDGs
- Integration of gender equality and social inclusion in policy design
- Financing and investment considerations in WASH policy frameworks
- Case Study: National WASH policy reform and implementation success stories
- Practical: Drafting a basic WASH policy framework outline for a country/region
Module 3: Strengthening Legal and Regulatory Frameworks
- Overview of WASH regulatory systems and enforcement mechanisms
- Institutional mandates, roles, and compliance structures
- Monitoring regulatory performance and accountability indicators
- Comparative examples of regulatory frameworks across regions
- Case Study: Regulatory enforcement improving urban water and sanitation compliance
- Practical: Developing a compliance monitoring checklist for WASH regulation
Module 4: Decentralization and Local Governance
- Decentralized WASH governance structures and models
- Strengthening capacity of local government institutions
- Local accountability mechanisms and community participation
- Coordination between national and sub-national authorities
- Case Study: Decentralized WASH service delivery in rural districts
- Practical: Designing a local governance action plan for WASH service improvement
Module 5: Institutional Frameworks and Sector Coordination
- Mapping and analyzing WASH institutional frameworks
- Multi-stakeholder coordination platforms and mechanisms
- Enhancing inter-agency collaboration for policy implementation
- Strengthening leadership, decision-making, and sector alignment
- Case Study: Effective multi-agency coordination in national WASH programs
- Practical: Developing a coordination framework for a WASH sector at national or county level
Where the change lands
Personal Impact
- Enhanced understanding of WASH governance structures, policies, and regulatory systems
- Improved skills in policy interpretation, analysis, and implementation within WASH programs
- Strengthened capacity in stakeholder engagement, coordination, and advocacy
- Increased ability to support compliance and evidence-based decision-making in the WASH sector
Organizational Impact
- Improved compliance with national and international WASH policies and regulatory frameworks
- Strengthened governance systems, accountability, and institutional coordination
- Enhanced efficiency in policy implementation and sector planning processes
- Better alignment of WASH programs with government priorities and global standards
- Increased organizational credibility and effectiveness in WASH service delivery
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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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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