The change in the concept of NPOs existing as charitable organisations to entities that operate as businesses providing valuable services to communities requires that NPOs are managed within the codes of good governance and practices applicable both nationally and internally. In order that NPOs are better able operate, thrive and remain sustainable for the long term, it is imperative that centre managers and team members have the skill set and necessary tools to negotiate the ever demanding NPO landscape.
The purpose of the NPO Development training is to provide much needed knowledge and skills transfer to centre managers and teams. It is directed at building capacity within the NPO sector so that we are able to empower community leaders to better serve the communities that so desperately need these services. The value add of this program, is access to an extensive folder of editable policies, procedures and templates required for the effective functioning of any NPO as well as an additional NPO Toolkit containing international best practices.
Course Benefits
NPO start-ups and established NPO organisation:
- Understand the requirements for compliance.
- Have knowledge on good governance policies regarding finance, operational policies.
- Understand HR contracts, staff and volunteer management.
- Able to market the services they offer and communicate effectively.
- Able to evaluate and mitigate risk through a consolidated risk management plan.
- Able to work in a professional manner with donors and clients.
- Able to develop strategies for the organisation that will prompt growth and sustainability.
Course Summary
Overview of the various aspects of NPO Operations and the skills, policies, processes and documents required to ensure good governance and effective operations.
Each module consists of articles, videos, editable policies and templates:
- Module 1: Basic compliance and legislation.
- Module 2: NPO Board membership and leadership.
- Module 3: Financial management.
- Module 4: Risk management and succession planning.
- Module 5: Marketing and Fundraising.
- Module 6: Time management, Project management, Networking, Proposal and report writing.
- Module 7: Strategic planning.
- Module 8: Writing business plans.
- Module 9: Conflict management.
- Module 10: Recruit, induct and manage volunteers.
- Module 11: Human Resources.
- Module 12: Social media and digital marketing.
- Module 13: Monitoring and evaluation.
