Training on Value for Money Assessment Practice in Project Management
Gain practical skills in VfM assessment, monitoring, and reporting for effective project delivery
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 course provides participants with practical skills and tools to apply Value for Money (VfM) principles in project management. It introduces the 4Es framework—Economy, Efficiency, Effectiveness, and Equity—and demonstrates how these concepts are applied in real-world project contexts to maximize impact, accountability, and sustainability. Participants will learn how to design VfM frameworks, collect and analyze data, and report results to stakeholders, including donors and management teams. Practical case studies are embedded to ensure skills can be directly applied to projects and programmes across sectors.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Project and programme managers
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Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) professionals
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Finance managers and auditors
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Donor agency and NGO staff
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Public sector officials involved in project oversight
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand and apply the principles of Value for Money in project management
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Design VfM frameworks that integrate the 4Es (Economy, Efficiency, Effectiveness, Equity)
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Use quantitative and qualitative tools for assessing VfM in projects
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Integrate VfM analysis into project planning, monitoring, and reporting
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Communicate VfM findings to stakeholders clearly and effectively
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Value for Money (VfM) in Project Management
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Defining VfM: the 4Es framework
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Why VfM matters in donor-funded and public projects
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Case study: Applying VfM principles in a social development project
Module 2: Designing a VfM Framework
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Integrating VfM into project design and planning
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Linking VfM indicators to objectives and outcomes
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Case study: Developing a VfM framework for an education programme
Module 3: Tools and Techniques for VfM Assessment
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Cost-benefit and cost-effectiveness analysis
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Benchmarking, scorecards, and qualitative assessments
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Case study: VfM assessment in a health sector project
Module 4: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting on VfM
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Incorporating VfM into monitoring and reporting systems
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Data collection, analysis, and visualization for VfM reporting
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Case study: Donor reporting with embedded VfM analysis
Module 5: Embedding VfM in Organizational Culture
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Institutionalizing VfM practices across project cycles
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Challenges, opportunities, and best practices for sustainability
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Case study: Lessons learned from integrating VfM in large-scale infrastructure projects
Where the change lands
Organisation Impact
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Improved accountability and transparency in project delivery
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Better alignment of projects with donor and stakeholder expectations
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Optimized use of financial and human resources for greater results
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Strengthened credibility and trust with partners and funders
Individual Impact
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Enhanced skills in applying VfM frameworks and assessment tools
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Greater ability to balance cost with results and impact
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Increased confidence in reporting VfM to donors and stakeholders
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Stronger career prospects in project management and evaluation
Common questions.
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