Program Management for Development Professionals

This training program provides a structured framework for managing complex development and humanitarian programs, based on the Program DPro standards. It covers the four essential phases of the program lifecycle: identification, design, implementation, and closure. Learners will explore critical tools such as logical frameworks, risk registers, and stakeholder power mapping to drive sustainable impact. The curriculum emphasizes five cross-cutting principles—governance, participation, comprehensiveness, integration, and adaptation—ensuring that programs are accountable, well-coordinated, and responsive to changing local contexts. Designed for both new and experienced practitioners, the course bridge the gap between project-level execution and strategic organizational impact.