Capacity Building Program
Key Program Objectives:
Key Program Objectives:
- Curriculum Evolution and Trainer Development:
- We continually evolve the curriculum of our workshops and training programs, focusing on building a network of skilled trainers who can impart their expertise to others. Our curriculum development is driven by the civic society sector's market needs, aiming to bridge existing skill gaps and foster growth.
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program Support:
- We assist organizations in formulating comprehensive CSR programs, ensuring that their efforts align with sustainable development goals and best practices in corporate social responsibility. This contributes directly to the program's overarching mission of fostering a positive social impact.
- Enhancing Philanthropic Efforts:
- We focus on increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of philanthropists in distributing funds and managing operations. Our goal is to improve the long-term sustainability and impact of philanthropic efforts within the civic society sector.
- Professional Training for University Faculty:
- As part of our commitment to institutionalizing civic engagement in universities, we offer specialized Capacity Building for Leadership (CBL) training programs for faculty members at Egyptian public universities. These programs are designed to elevate faculty skills and deepen their understanding of civic leadership and engagement practices.
- Training Development for Development Practitioners:
We are experts in designing and delivering high-quality training courses for development practitioners. Our offerings include:- Project Management for Development Practitioners
- Civic Leadership
- Community-based Learning
- Monitoring and Evaluation
By empowering individuals and organizations with knowledge and resources, our program strives to create a more impactful, sustainable, and socially responsible civic society sector.
What we Offer?
At the Gerhart Center, we are committed to empowering individuals and organizations through a range of programs designed to strengthen leadership, enhance professional skills, and foster social impact. Our offerings include:
Project Management Course for Development Practitioners
Course Overview
This course is designed for practitioners working in the development sector, providing them with the essential knowledge, tools, and methodologies required for effective project management. The goal of the course is to equip participants with the skills necessary to manage development projects successfully, ensuring they are executed efficiently and professionally.
The course is intended to reach development practitioners across all Egyptian Governorates, aiming to strengthen the capacity of Egypt's Civil Society. By enhancing project management capabilities, we empower organizations and individuals to deliver impactful, well-managed projects that contribute to sustainable development and social progress.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand core project management principles, tools, and techniques.
- Develop the ability to plan, execute, and monitor development projects effectively.
- Gain practical knowledge on managing project timelines, budgets, and resources.
- Learn how to assess and mitigate project risks.
- Build skills in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting for successful project implementation.
Through this course, participants will enhance their project management expertise, which is critical for driving positive change and achieving development goals within their communities.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Course for Development Practitioners
Course Overview
The Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) course, developed by the John D. Gerhart Center at the AUC School of Business, is a vital resource for development practitioners. This course equips participants with the essential tools and methodologies required to design and implement robust MEAL systems, which are crucial for any program, intervention, or project operating in dynamic environments.
In an era where evidence-based decision-making is key to effective development practices, this course provides the knowledge and skills needed to build systems that ensure accountability, facilitate continuous learning, and enhance the impact of development initiatives.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the core principles and components of MEAL.
- Develop the ability to design and implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems.
- Learn how to integrate accountability mechanisms into projects to ensure transparency and stakeholder engagement.
- Gain skills in collecting and analyzing data to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Build the capacity to use MEAL systems for continuous improvement and adaptive learning.
This course will enable participants to manage and assess projects with greater efficiency, ensuring that interventions are responsive, accountable, and impactful, leading to better development outcomes.