Public Sector Project Management and Development Planning Course

Course Introduction

Public Sector Project Management and Development Planning is a comprehensive discipline that focuses on the effective design, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of government and publicly funded development initiatives. This course provides structured knowledge for managing complex public sector projects aligned with national development goals.

Public sector projects often involve multiple stakeholders, strict regulatory frameworks, and accountability requirements that demand high levels of transparency and efficiency. This course equips participants with practical tools and methodologies to manage these challenges effectively while ensuring value for public resources.

The course emphasizes the integration of development planning principles with modern project management techniques, enabling participants to align projects with strategic policy objectives and long-term national development frameworks.

Participants will explore project identification, appraisal, budgeting, implementation, and monitoring within the context of public sector governance systems. Special attention is given to results-based management and performance measurement in public projects.

In addition, the course introduces risk management, stakeholder engagement, procurement processes, and sustainability considerations critical to successful public sector project delivery in dynamic environments.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to design, manage, and evaluate public sector projects effectively while ensuring accountability, efficiency, and alignment with development priorities.

Duration

10 days

Who Should Attend

• Public sector project managers and coordinators
• Government planning and development officers
• Policy analysts and program implementation staff
• County and municipal development officers
• Donor-funded project managers and consultants
• Infrastructure and public works engineers
• Public finance and budgeting officers
• Monitoring and evaluation specialists in government
• NGO and civil society program managers
• Development planning and research professionals
• Procurement and contract management officers
• Administrative officers involved in project delivery

Course Objectives

• Develop comprehensive understanding of public sector project management frameworks and their application in national and local government development planning systems effectively.
• Strengthen participants’ ability to align development projects with national policies, strategic plans, and public sector priorities for sustainable outcomes.
• Enhance skills in project identification, appraisal, and feasibility analysis within public sector development contexts.
• Build capacity to design and implement results-based project management systems in government and donor-funded programs.
• Improve understanding of budgeting and financial management processes in public sector project environments.
• Strengthen ability to manage procurement processes in compliance with public sector regulations and accountability standards.
• Develop competencies in monitoring, evaluation, and performance measurement of public development projects.
• Enhance skills in stakeholder engagement and participatory development planning approaches.
• Strengthen risk management capabilities in public sector project implementation environments.
• Build leadership skills for managing complex multi-stakeholder government projects.
• Improve decision-making skills using data-driven and evidence-based planning approaches.
• Strengthen capacity to ensure transparency, accountability, and sustainability in public sector projects.

Comprehensive Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Public Sector Project Management

• Understanding principles of public sector project management and development planning systems in government environments
• Exploring the role of public institutions in delivering development projects effectively
• Identifying challenges and opportunities in public sector project implementation
• Strengthening foundational knowledge of public project systems

Module 2: Development Planning Frameworks

• Understanding national and regional development planning structures and policies
• Aligning projects with strategic development goals and government priorities
• Integrating planning frameworks into project design and execution
• Strengthening development planning competencies

Module 3: Project Identification and Concept Development

• Identifying public sector project opportunities based on community and policy needs
• Developing project concepts aligned with national development agendas
• Conducting needs assessments for public service delivery improvements
• Strengthening project concept development skills

Module 4: Project Appraisal and Feasibility Studies

• Conducting technical and economic feasibility studies for public projects
• Applying cost-benefit analysis in project selection and approval
• Evaluating risks and constraints in early project stages
• Strengthening project appraisal capabilities

Module 5: Public Sector Project Planning

• Developing structured project plans including scope, schedule, and resources
• Integrating development planning principles into project frameworks
• Ensuring alignment with policy and institutional requirements
• Strengthening planning competencies

Module 6: Budgeting and Financial Management

• Managing public sector budgets and financial allocation processes
• Ensuring efficient use of public resources in project implementation
• Monitoring expenditures and financial compliance
• Strengthening financial management skills

Module 7: Procurement and Contract Management

• Understanding public procurement laws and procedures
• Managing tendering, contracting, and supplier selection processes
• Ensuring compliance and transparency in procurement activities
• Strengthening procurement governance

Module 8: Project Implementation and Execution

• Managing implementation processes for public sector projects
• Coordinating stakeholders and implementation teams effectively
• Ensuring adherence to project plans and timelines
• Strengthening execution management skills

Module 9: Monitoring and Evaluation Systems

• Designing M&E frameworks for public sector projects
• Tracking performance indicators and project outcomes
• Using data for decision-making and reporting
• Strengthening evaluation competencies

Module 10: Results-Based Management

• Understanding results-based management principles in public projects
• Linking project outputs to development outcomes and impact
• Enhancing accountability through performance measurement
• Strengthening RBM systems

Module 11: Risk Management in Public Projects

• Identifying risks in public sector project environments
• Developing mitigation and contingency strategies
• Monitoring risks throughout project lifecycle
• Strengthening risk management capabilities

Module 12: Stakeholder Engagement

• Identifying key stakeholders in public development projects
• Developing inclusive participation strategies
• Managing stakeholder communication and expectations
• Strengthening engagement skills

Module 13: Governance and Accountability

• Understanding governance structures in public sector project delivery
• Ensuring transparency and accountability in project execution
• Strengthening compliance with regulatory frameworks
• Enhancing governance systems

Module 14: Infrastructure and Service Delivery Projects

• Managing infrastructure-based public sector projects
• Improving efficiency in public service delivery systems
• Coordinating multi-sector development initiatives
• Strengthening service delivery management

Module 15: Project Reporting and Documentation

• Developing structured reporting systems for public projects
• Ensuring accurate documentation and record keeping
• Communicating project progress to stakeholders
• Strengthening reporting competencies

Module 16: Sustainability in Public Sector Projects

• Integrating sustainability principles into public project design
• Ensuring long-term impact and community benefits
• Strengthening environmental and social considerations
• Preparing for future development challenges

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group (at a discount of 10% to 50%) at requested location all over the world. The Onsite course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, buffet lunch, airport transfers, Upskill gift package, and guided tour.

Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment:

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.