Managing Projects in Emergencies

PRESENTATION

Effective responses to complex emergencies require exceptional project management skills. Being able to deliver successful projects on time in challenging conditions is crucial to any humanitarian response. Even under the most extreme pressure, the quality of project management cannot slip.

In response to this challenge, this two day competency-based course, funded by the European Commission Humanitarian Aid Department (ECHO) builds technical and personal competencies that enable individuals to better manage projects in emergency situations.

The European Commission sets high standards of accountability, efficiency and effectiveness in the implementation of the humanitarian projects it funds. RedR is working in partnership with the European Commission to equip aid workers with the management skills they need to work effectively with people in crisis zones.

Course covers:

Focusing on the requirements of project managers in emergency situations, this two day course looks at a range of key project management topics, including:

-the project cycle in emergencies
-essential project management tools and techniques
-assessments and goal setting in emergencies
-project planning of logical frameworks
-monitoring, evaluation and ensuring accountability
-project finance management and financial frameworks

Managing Project in Emergencies has been credit-rated by Oxford Brookes University and is equivalent to 5 M-level credits. Credits can be transferred to the Masters in Development and Emergency Practice (DEP) at Oxford Brookes or other similar postgraduate qualifications. Participants interested in transferring credits to Oxford Brookes should note that the minimum transfer is 10 credit points. This can be achieved through combining the Managing Projects in Emergencies with Managing People in Emergencies or applying for recognised prior learning or experience (RPL/RPE) in the other subject area, subject to acceptance by the University.

The course is planned and run by the RedR UK training team, with associate trainers including specialists in both project management and humanitarian relief.

Participatory training methods are used during the workshop, including group exercises and focused discussions and a detailed case study. The course also includes pre- and post-workshop learning components.

In order to receive the certificate, participants will need to:

-complete pre-course reading
-participate in the two day course
-perform to an assessed standard in a detailed case study exercise and presentation
-complete and pass a post-workshop journal

Residential/Non-Residential: Non-Residential.