Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion (dei) In Public Service Training Course in Kenya
Introduction
Building inclusive, diverse, and equitable public institutions is essential to achieving fair governance and public service excellence. Around the world, governments are being challenged to address systemic biases and structural inequalities within public service delivery and leadership. This Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Public Service Training Course equips participants with actionable tools to promote a culture of belonging, fairness, and representation in public sector institutions.
This comprehensive course explores the intersections of policy, identity, and institutional change. It empowers public servants to identify exclusionary practices, create inclusive frameworks, and lead with an equity-first approach in policymaking, service delivery, and workforce management. The course draws on global DEI strategies and emphasizes evidence-based practices that can be tailored to national and organizational contexts.
Target Audience
- Public sector leaders and senior executives
- Human resource and organizational development officers
- Policy planners and diversity focal points
- Civil service reform strategists
- Public service training and capacity-building officials
- Gender and social inclusion advisors
- Public health, education, and service program managers
Course Objectives
- Understand the foundational principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in governance
- Analyze systemic barriers to equity within public institutions
- Apply inclusive frameworks to leadership and decision-making
- Develop policies that foster equitable public service access
- Build inclusive workplaces that reflect societal diversity
- Promote cultural competency and unconscious bias awareness
- Integrate DEI metrics into planning and performance systems
- Engage marginalized communities in public consultation
- Design DEI action plans aligned with strategic goals
Duration
5 Days
Course Outline
Module 1: Understanding DEI in Public Sector Contexts
- Defining diversity, equity, and inclusion in government
- Key drivers and benefits of DEI in the public service
- Social justice and public trust implications
- International DEI frameworks and policy evolution
- Equity-centered governance principles
Module 2: Identifying Bias and Systemic Exclusion
- Recognizing conscious and unconscious bias
- Mapping exclusionary practices in institutions
- Assessing access gaps in service delivery
- Analyzing intersectionality in public administration
- Root cause identification and mitigation
Module 3: Inclusive Leadership and Organizational Culture
- Traits of inclusive public sector leaders
- Building equity-focused teams and departments
- Promoting a culture of belonging and openness
- Navigating resistance to DEI efforts
- Accountability and change management strategies
Module 4: Equity-Centered Policy Design
- Inclusive policy formulation techniques
- Gender and social inclusion in policy cycles
- Engaging diverse stakeholders in consultations
- Equity audits of existing public programs
- Designing for impact and fairness
Module 5: Equitable Recruitment, Retention, and Promotion
- DEI-focused human resource practices
- Addressing representation gaps and promotion barriers
- Inclusive talent pipelines and mentorship
- Creating accessible and safe work environments
- Monitoring workplace equity metrics
Module 6: Community Engagement and Participatory Governance
- Tools for inclusive public participation
- Engaging underrepresented and vulnerable groups
- DEI in citizen feedback and service delivery
- Transparency, communication, and trust-building
- Co-creation of policies with affected populations
Module 7: Measuring and Reporting DEI Progress
- Key performance indicators for DEI in public service
- Designing DEI-aligned monitoring systems
- Data disaggregation and inclusive reporting
- Communicating progress to stakeholders
- Leveraging evidence for continuous improvement
Module 8: Strategic Planning for DEI Implementation
- Crafting institutional DEI visions and goals
- Resource allocation for equity-driven initiatives
- Aligning DEI plans with national development agendas
- Capacity development and institutional learning
- Sustaining momentum and embedding DEI in public culture
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.
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| 23/06/2025 - 27/06/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 07/07/2025 - 11/07/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 14/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3500 | Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 21/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 04/08/2025 - 08/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 11/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $1750 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 18/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 25/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/09/2025 - 05/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3500 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
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| 15/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 22/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 06/10/2025 - 10/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 13/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3000 | Kigali, Rwanda |
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| 20/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 27/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 10/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $1750 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 17/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 15/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $1500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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