WORKSHOP OUTLINE
This programme will be highly interactive, with a mix of theory and practical sessions. You will have the opportunity to share your experience, learn from others through group discussions and you will develop your skills through a series of individual and group exercises. A breakdown of what will happen on each day follows:
DAY 1
Themed, "Getting Started", Day 1 will introduce participants to the knuts and bolts of proposal writing undergirded by exposure to practical exercises and networking sessions. This promises to be a full day and will comprise the following:
Project Definition and Characteristics
Project Terminologies
Elements of the Proposal
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Cover letter
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Project Title
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Executive Summary
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Introduction, Overview of Organizational Capacity
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Problem Statement and Needs Assessment
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Goals & Objectives
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Key Personnel
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Monitoring and Evaluation Plan
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Sustainability Plan
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Work Plan & Budget
Planning to Develop the Proposal
Building Credibility
Using Outlines
Cultivating Contacts
Developing the Problem Statement (Group Activity)
The Logical Framework Analysis – Introduction and Application
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Definition and Advantages
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When to use the Logical Framework Analysis
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Elements of the Logical Framework
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Goal, Objectives, Expected Results, Activities
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Objectively Verifiable Indicators (OVIs), Sources and Means of Verification (MOVs), Assumptions, Risks
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Logical Framework (Group Activity)
DAY 2
A "Deeper Dive" is the order of the day for Day 2 where participants will spend at least 75% of the day engaging in practical exercises while each individual wotk on their respective proposals and Logical Frameworks". A glimpse of Day 2's schedule is below:
Logical Framework (Individual Activity)
Project Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
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Definition and Key Concepts
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Process Development
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Exposure to M&E Templates and Tools
Proposal Review – Funding Agencies’ Perspectives
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Resource Providers Due Diligence
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Proposal Review
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Key Points to Remember
Preparing Participants for Day THREE
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What to Expect for Tomorrow
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Can you sell it in a minute? (Introduction and Application)
DAY 3
"Interacting with Local and International Donors" is the highlight of Day 3 as members of the donor community will deliver relevant and timely presentations as well as participate in the panel discussion. Donors will be addressing the following issues:
Getting the Project Title and the Introduction Spot on!
What are Donors Really Looking for?
Creating SMART Objectives
Can you Sell it in a Minute? & Donors’ Response (Special Pitching Session)
Writing Winning Proposals and Avoiding the Pitfalls (Panel Discussion)