Effective leadership is the cornerstone of a successful and impactful HIV/AIDS response. As global health landscapes evolve, program managers face increasingly complex challenges, from navigating shifting funding priorities to ensuring equitable access to care. This training course is designed to equip current and aspiring leaders with the essential strategic, financial, and interpersonal skills needed to manage, sustain, and grow HIV/AIDS programs that make a real difference in the lives of communities.

This program will empower you to transition from a technical expert to a visionary leader who can inspire teams, build robust partnerships, and implement data-driven solutions. By focusing on practical application and real-world scenarios, the course will guide you in mastering program design, resource mobilization, and advanced monitoring techniques. You will leave with a powerful toolkit to not only overcome programmatic hurdles but also to champion sustainable and rights-based approaches to the HIV/AIDS response.

Duration

5 days

Target Audience

• HIV/AIDS program managers and coordinators
• Public health officials working in HIV/AIDS
• Leaders of community-based and non-governmental organizations
• Clinical team leads in HIV/AIDS care facilities
• Senior health administrators and policy makers
• Monitoring and evaluation specialists
• Financial managers of health programs
• Community health liaison officers
• Researchers focused on HIV/AIDS policy and implementation
• Human resource managers for health-focused organizations

Objectives

• Master the core principles of strategic leadership and management.
• Design and implement effective, evidence-based HIV/AIDS programs.
• Develop robust financial management and resource mobilization strategies.
• Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary teams toward shared goals.
• Strengthen stakeholder engagement and collaborative partnerships.
• Utilize monitoring and evaluation data to inform program decisions.
• Advocate for supportive policies and a rights-based approach to care.
• Navigate the complex ethical and human rights dimensions of HIV/AIDS work.
• Develop a long-term sustainability plan for programs.

Course Modules

Module 1: Strategic Leadership for HIV/AIDS Programs

• The evolution of HIV/AIDS programming and the role of leadership.
• Core leadership competencies for a dynamic health environment.
• Understanding and influencing organizational culture.
• Building a vision and strategic direction for your program.
• The importance of ethical leadership and accountability.

Module 2: Program Design and Implementation

• Conducting a comprehensive needs and resource assessment.
• Developing a program theory of change and a logical framework.
• Designing interventions that are evidence-based and context-specific.
• Strategies for successful program implementation and scale-up.
• Ensuring programs are client-centered and community-driven.

Module 3: Financial Management and Resource Mobilization

• Key principles of financial stewardship and oversight.
• Developing and managing a program budget.
• Strategies for effective grant writing and proposal development.
• Building and maintaining relationships with donors and partners.
• Ensuring financial transparency and accountability.

Module 4: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Quality Improvement

• Designing a robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework.
• Using data collection tools to track program performance.
• Analyzing data to identify trends and inform program adjustments.
• Implementing quality assurance and improvement processes.
• Communicating program results to stakeholders effectively.

Module 5: Building and Managing High-Performing Teams

• The components of a successful multi-disciplinary team.
• Strategies for effective recruitment, training, and retention.
• Fostering a positive team culture and managing conflict.
• Performance management and providing constructive feedback.
• Mentoring and empowering future leaders.

Module 6: Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy

• Mapping and prioritizing key program stakeholders.
• Developing a collaborative engagement strategy.
• The role of advocacy in influencing policy and resource allocation.
• Working with communities to co-create program solutions.
• Navigating the dynamics of public-private partnerships.

Module 7: Ensuring Program Sustainability

• Creating a sustainability plan from the start of a program.
• Diversifying funding sources to reduce dependency on single donors.
• Building institutional capacity and strengthening local systems.
• Developing a succession plan for leadership and key staff.
• Documenting and sharing lessons learned for future programs.

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 7 working days before commencement of the training.