CODE: PM14
DURATION: 5 Days/10 Days
CERTIFICATIONS: CPD
Stakeholder and Community Engagement in Development Projects explores the strategies, frameworks, and practices required to build trust, foster collaboration, and secure long-term support from stakeholders and communities in development initiatives. Effective engagement ensures alignment with local needs, promotes transparency, mitigates risks, and enhances the sustainability of project outcomes. This course equips participants with practical tools, participatory approaches, and real-world case studies to design and implement inclusive engagement strategies that strengthen relationships and maximize development impact.
This course is available in the following formats:
Virtual
Classroom
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Course Outcomes
Delegates will gain the knowledge and skills to:
Define the principles of stakeholder and community engagement in development.
Map and analyze stakeholder interests, influence, and expectations.
Apply participatory approaches to project design and delivery.
Develop strategies to foster trust, transparency, and collaboration.
Manage conflicts and address community concerns effectively.
Strengthen accountability and inclusivity in engagement processes.
Align engagement practices with donor and regulatory requirements.
Draw lessons from global best practices in community-driven projects.
At the end of this course, you’ll understand:
This program is designed for project managers, development practitioners, community liaison officers, and program officers responsible for stakeholder and community involvement in projects. It is especially relevant for NGO staff, donor representatives, government officials, corporate social responsibility (CSR) professionals, and consultants working on development, humanitarian, and impact-driven initiatives. Policymakers, researchers, and social impact leaders will also benefit from understanding how to manage stakeholder dynamics in complex environments.
✓ Modern facilities
✓ Course materials and certificate
✓ Accredited international trainers
✓ Training materials and workbook
✓ Access to online resources
