Gender-responsive budgeting (GRB) is a powerful approach to public finance that integrates a gender perspective into the budgeting process. This method ensures that public resources are allocated in a way that promotes gender equality and addresses the specific needs of all citizens, regardless of gender. By moving beyond a one-size-fits-all approach, GRB helps governments to create more equitable and effective policies, leading to better social and economic outcomes.

This comprehensive five-day training course is designed for professionals committed to advancing fairness and inclusion through public finance management. Participants will gain practical skills to analyze budgets from a gender perspective, identify inequalities, and implement strategies that bridge existing gaps. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, from foundational concepts to advanced tools for monitoring and evaluation, preparing you to become a champion of gender equality in your organization's financial planning.

Duration: 5 days

Target Audience:

• Government Budget Analysts
• Public Finance Managers
• Policy Planners and Researchers
• Economists and Development Practitioners
• Civil Society Advocates
• Gender Equality Officers
• Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
• Parliamentarians and Legislators
• Donors and International Organization Staff
• Academic Scholars

Objectives:

• Grasp the core principles and concepts of gender-responsive budgeting.
• Conduct a gender analysis of government policies and budgets.
• Integrate gender considerations into the various stages of the budget cycle.
• Utilize practical tools for gender budget analysis.
• Examine successful case studies of gender-responsive budgeting implementation.
• Develop indicators to monitor the gender-related impact of budgets.
• Understand the role of legal frameworks in supporting gender equality.
• Build a plan to institutionalize gender-responsive budgeting.
• Engage with stakeholders to advocate for gender-sensitive reforms.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Gender-Responsive Budgeting

• What is gender-responsive budgeting and why is it important?
• Key concepts: gender, equality, and equity
• The difference between gender-neutral and gender-responsive policies
• International and national commitments to gender equality
• The role of budget allocation in achieving social goals

Module 2: Conducting a Gender Analysis

• Methods for collecting and analyzing gender-disaggregated data
• Identifying gender gaps in public services and policies
• Tools for a gender-sensitive expenditure review
• Analyzing the differential impact of taxation and revenue policies
• Using qualitative and quantitative data to inform budgeting

Module 3: Integrating Gender into the Budget Cycle

• The importance of a gender perspective in budget formulation
• Techniques for mainstreaming gender in budget planning
• How to incorporate gender-sensitive performance indicators
• Linking gender priorities to resource allocation decisions
• Strategies for gender-sensitive budget execution

Module 4: Methodologies for Gender Budget Analysis

• Gender budget statements and their structure
• Public expenditure tracking surveys
• Gender-based impact assessment
• Analyzing policy documents and program budgets for gender bias
• Applying a gender lens to sectoral budgets (e.g., health, education)

Module 5: Best Practices and Case Studies

• Reviewing successful examples of GRB from around the world
• Lessons learned from different implementation contexts
• Challenges and common pitfalls in applying GRB
• The role of political will and leadership
• Adapting GRB methodologies to different national and sub-national levels

Module 6: Monitoring and Evaluation

• Developing gender-sensitive performance indicators
• Creating a robust monitoring and evaluation framework
• Using public reporting to track progress on gender goals
• The role of audit institutions in gender-responsive budgeting
• Reporting on outcomes and impacts, not just outputs

Module 7: Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy

• The importance of civil society and community participation
• Strategies for engaging with parliamentarians and decision-makers
• Building alliances and partnerships for GRB
• Communicating the benefits of gender equality to the public
• Mobilizing support for GRB reforms

Module 8: Institutionalizing Gender-Responsive Budgeting

• Building a legal and institutional framework for GRB
• The role of Gender Focal Points and dedicated committees
• Capacity building and training for government officials
• Allocating specific budget lines for gender equality initiatives
• Creating a sustainable and long-term strategy for GRB

Module 9: Action Planning for Implementation

• Developing a concrete action plan for GRB in your organization
• Identifying pilot projects and low-hanging fruit
• Setting realistic goals and timelines
• Measuring and communicating your results
• Presenting a plan for change to leadership and stakeholders

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.