In the intricate world of non-governmental organizations, robust NGO Financial Management and Grant Reporting are not just administrative tasks but foundational pillars for achieving mission objectives, maintaining donor trust, and ensuring long-term sustainability. Effective financial management encompasses prudent budgeting, efficient resource allocation, transparent accounting, and rigorous internal controls, all vital for demonstrating responsible stewardship of funds. Simultaneously, accurate and timely grant reporting is crucial for fulfilling contractual obligations, proving impact, and securing future funding. Without a strong grasp of both, NGOs risk mismanaging critical resources, failing to meet compliance standards, and undermining their credibility, ultimately hindering their ability to deliver vital programs to communities in need. This essential training course focuses on equipping NGO professionals with the expertise to master NGO Financial Management and Grant Reporting.
This intensive training course is meticulously designed to empower finance managers, grant managers, program coordinators, executive directors, and aspiring leaders within NGOs with the theoretical understanding and practical tools necessary to excel in NGO Financial Management and Grant Reporting. Participants will gain a deep understanding of non-profit accounting principles, explore various budgeting and forecasting techniques, learn about robust internal control systems, and acquire skills in preparing comprehensive and compliant financial reports for diverse donors. The course will delve into topics such as donor compliance frameworks, budget vs. actual analysis, cash flow management, multi-currency accounting, fraud prevention, audit preparation, and leveraging financial data for strategic decision-making. By mastering the principles and methodologies of NGO Financial Management and Grant Reporting, participants will be prepared to enhance financial transparency, optimize resource utilization, ensure compliance, and ultimately strengthen their organization's capacity to deliver impactful programs globally.
Duration: 10 Days
Module 1: Introduction to NGO Financial Management
Module 2: Non-Profit Accounting Principles and Standards
Module 3: Strategic Budgeting and Financial Planning
Module 4: Grant Financial Management: Setup and Expenditure Tracking
Module 5: Cash Flow Management and Liquidity
Module 6: Multi-Currency Accounting and Foreign Exchange Management
Module 7: Internal Controls and Financial Policies
Module 8: Grant Reporting: Donor Requirements and Compliance
Module 9: Budget vs. Actual Analysis and Variance Reporting
Module 10: Payroll Management and Human Resources Finance
Module 11: Procurement and Contract Management
Module 12: Fraud Prevention and Detection
Module 13: Audit Preparation and Management
Module 14: Digital Tools for NGO Financial Management
Module 15: Strategic Financial Leadership and Sustainability
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 5 working days before commencement of the training.
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04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $4500 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
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15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $4500 | Kigali, Rwanda |
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20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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05/01/2026 - 16/01/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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12/01/2026 - 23/01/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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19/01/2026 - 30/01/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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02/02/2026 - 13/02/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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09/02/2026 - 20/02/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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16/02/2026 - 27/02/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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02/03/2026 - 13/03/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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09/03/2026 - 20/03/2026 | $4500 | Kigali, Rwanda |
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16/03/2026 - 27/03/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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06/04/2026 - 17/04/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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13/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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13/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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04/05/2026 - 15/05/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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11/05/2026 - 22/05/2026 | $5500 | Dubai, UAE |
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18/05/2026 - 29/05/2026 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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