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Training Course: Resource Mobilization and Proposal Writing


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16 - 20 Feb 2025

Dubai (UAE)

Cost : 4565 € Euro

Introduction

The ability of development partners to implement their project interventions is dependent on their access to donor funding. Access to these funds requires the submission of proposals for consideration by potential donors. Project results should be effectively communicated and shared through good reports.

For sustainable and effective implementation of project interventions, it is essential that organizations have the capacity to design, write and deliver high-quality project proposals and reports.  

This training course aims to equip participants with skills in writing and presenting effective and successful proposals. 

Target Audience for Resource Mobilization and Proposal Writing

This course is aimed at :

  • Managers

  • Program/project coordinators

  • Other project staff whose roles involve developing proposals for fundraising and report writing for their organization.

Training Course Objectives for Resource Mobilization and Proposal Writing

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

  • Understand different ways of resource mobilization

  • Understand the principles of project development and proposal writing

  • Organize the different components of a proposal in a logical flow

  • Write an effective proposal according to the donor’s requirements and guidelines

  • Use of M&E frameworks in project design when developing a proposal

  • Write good quality reports tailored to a target audience

Training Methodologies

This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in their respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group work, and case studies.

Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Training Course Outline

Introduction to Resource Mobilization

  • Resource mobilization principles and practices

  • Resource mobilization approaches

  • Resource mobilization cycle

  • Searching for funding opportunities

  • The current funding environment for non-profit organizations

  • Strategic planning and resource mobilization

Resource Mobilization Strategy

  • Conducting a resource mobilization situation analysis

  • Determining resource requirements and funding gaps

  • Identifying sources of resources-donor and partner assessment and mapping

  • Determining resource mobilization strategies

  • Developing a resource mobilization action plan

  • Enhancing donor partnerships and managing donor relations

  • Putting together a resource mobilization strategy

Introduction to Proposal Writing

  • Proposal writing in resource mobilization

  • Understanding donors’ requirements

  • Donor proposal formats and guidelines

  • Project development and proposal writing

  • Concept note, proposal, and pitch deck

  • Components of a funding proposal

Writing a Proposal: Introduction/background

  • Context of the project

  • Situation analysis

  • Target beneficiaries

Writing a Proposal: Problem statement

  • Description of the specific problem

  • Target group affected by the problem

  • Needs of the target group

  • Consequences of the problem on the target group

  • Use of cause and effect approach

Writing a Proposal: Project Justification/Rationale

  • Descriptions of how the proposed project will solve the problem stated

  • Explanation of why the project is required

  • Explanation of how the project relates to other interventions

  • Alignment of the project with the country’s and donor’s priority areas 

Writing a Proposal: Project Design

  • Project theory of change 

  • Design of project results using causal pathway

  • Project Activities; outputs and activities matrix 

  • Design of the logical framework 

  • Performance measurement framework

Writing a Proposal: Implementation Strategies

  • Sub-tasks in activities

  • Activities implementation approaches

  • The 4 Ws in activity implementation

Writing a Proposal: Project Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Monitoring plan

  • Evaluation plan

Writing a Proposal: Risk Management

  • Risk Matrix

  • Risk Response Plan

Writing a Proposal: Project Management

  • Project organogram

  • Project Coordination

  • Partners responsibilities

Writing a Proposal: Cross Cutting Issues in Proposal Writing

  • Gender Mainstreaming

  • Governance

  • Environmental Sustainability

  • Human Rights

Writing a Proposal: Work Plan

  • Activity durations

  • Predecessor successor relationships

  • Developing a Gantt chart

Writing a Proposal: Organization Capacity 

  • Organization Profile

  • Organization Capacity

  • Relevant experience

Writing a Proposal: Budget Development

  • Detailed budget

  • Cost Sharing 

  • Summary budget

Submitting the Proposal

  • Funding agency forms

  • Packaging, politicking, and refunding

  • Submission, traditional and online

  • Tips for final checks

Proposal Review

  • Proposal review criteria

  • Proposal review process

  • Grant agreement

Proposal and Report writing Best practices

  • Common mistakes during proposal writing

  • Tips for successful proposal writing

  • Case studies of successful proposals 

Special Courses

Training Course: Resource Mobilization and Proposal Writing


Register Now
Quick Inquiry
Discount Group Download Brochure (37)

SC234857

16 - 20 Feb 2025

Dubai (UAE) -

Cost: 4565 € Euro


  About Dubai

Dubai, located on the Persian Gulf, is one of the seven United Arab Emirates and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The discovery of oil in the region has made Dubai extremely wealthy, allowing it to build the glittering skyscrapers that it is now famous for. That wealth is strongly in evidence in Dubai and visitors will see luxurious buildings and supercars aplenty. Perfect beaches and endless shopping opportunities are to key to Dubai's attractions. Flights to Dubai open up the city's cultural attractions to tourists, with beautiful mosques, museums and art galleries scattered throughout this ultra-modern metropolis.


  Things to do and places to visit in Dubai

Dubai's wealth has made it famous for building ever taller buildings and creating artificial islands off its shores. The city's hotels are luxurious and shoppers will love its extensive shopping malls which showcase all the world's top brands. Dubai's attractions don't end there. Dubai also caters to adventure lovers, who can jump in a 4x4 or on a board to speed over dunes outside the city. Local culture mustn't be forgotten either, and visitors have wonderful mosques to visit and old districts to explore. All that combined means that a flight to Dubai is sure to lead to an unforgettable holiday.

When visiting Dubai, be sure to:

  • Go to the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world.
  • Admire the intricately beautiful Grand Mosque, which has the tallest minaret in the city.
  • Understand the local history and culture with a visit to the Dubai Museum.
  • Discover objects from the 6th century at Jumeirah Archaeological Site.
  • Go skiing – That's not a joke, the Mall of the Emirates houses a snowdome.
  • Go shopping at the Mall of the Emirates or the Dubai Mall.
  • Explore the desert surrounding the city – either by 4x4 or atop a camel.
  • Eat fantastic seafood at Dubai Marina.
  • Cool off at the Wild Wadi Waterpark.
  • Marvel at gorgeous Arabic calligraphy at Jumeirah Mosque, the biggest in the city.
  • Take a yacht tour around the artificial islands of Palm Jumeirah.
  • Haggle for souvenirs in one of the city's souks.
  • Wander around the traditional building in Bastakiya District.
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