
Course Description
The course “Mainstreaming Gender into Project Cycle Management” is designed to equip participants with knowledge and skills to integrate gender perspectives into all phases of project cycle management. The course will provide an overview of gender mainstreaming and project cycle management, and explore why it is important to integrate gender perspectives into project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Participants will learn how to conduct gender analysis, develop gender-sensitive indicators, and collect gender-disaggregated data to monitor and evaluate the outcomes and impacts of the project. The course will also cover gender-responsive implementation, including how to address gender-based violence, ensure gender-sensitive communication and engagement, and address gender issues during implementation.
The course will include case studies and best practices from a range of sectors to illustrate how gender mainstreaming can be successfully implemented in different contexts. Participants will also learn how to integrate gender perspectives into organizational culture and practices, and how to promote a gender-sensitive organizational culture.
Overall, the course will provide participants with practical tools and techniques to mainstream gender into all phases of project cycle management, and enable them to contribute to achieving gender equality and empowering women and girls.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the concept of gender mainstreaming and its importance in project cycle management.
- Conduct gender analysis using appropriate frameworks and tools, and identify gender-specific needs and constraints in project design and implementation.
- Develop gender-sensitive indicators and collect gender-disaggregated data to monitor and evaluate the outcomes and impacts of the project.
- Apply gender-responsive implementation strategies to address gender-based violence, ensure gender-sensitive communication and engagement, and address gender issues during implementation.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of gender mainstreaming efforts in project cycle management using best practices and lessons learned.
- Promote a gender-sensitive organizational culture and integrate gender perspectives into organizational policies, practices, and structures.
Target Audience
The course “Mainstreaming Gender into Project Cycle Management” is suitable for a diverse range of individuals and organizations, including project managers, development practitioners, gender specialists, government officials, non-governmental organization (NGO) staff, civil society activists, researchers, and anyone interested in mainstreaming gender in project design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
The course is particularly relevant for professionals working in the fields of gender equality, women’s empowerment, and sustainable development, who seek to integrate gender perspectives into their work to achieve more inclusive and effective outcomes.
Technical Requirement
To participate in this online course, participants will need a reliable internet connection and a computer, laptop, or mobile device. The course will be hosted on Global Human Rights Leadership Training Institute platform, which participants will access using their web browser. The platform is compatible with most modern web browsers, such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari. Additional technology requirements will be communicated to participants in advance if necessary.
Award of the Certificates
Participants, who successfully complete all course requirements, including assignments and assessments, will be awarded a certificate of completion in Mainstreaming Gender into Project Cycle Management. The certificate will highlight the skills and knowledge gained in the course, providing valuable recognition of the participant’s achievements.
Course Fee
The course fee for is US$300. Limited partial scholarships are available for participants from developing countries who demonstrate financial need. Details on the partial scholarship application process will be provided upon registration.
Duration/Time Commitment
This course is designed to be flexible for busy professionals. The course has duration of 50 hours, which can be completed over a period of four (4) weeks. Participants will have access to the course materials and assignments 24/7 and can complete the coursework at their own pace. Additionally, there is a possibility of an extension if required. This flexibility allows participants to balance their work and personal commitments while still benefiting from the course.
Application Procedure
Interested participants can register for this course by filling out an online application form at https://justicegroup.org/submit-your-application-form/ or request an application form from email: applications@justicegroup.org. The application deadline is 16th July 2025, while payment is due on 17th July 2025. Once accepted, participants will be provided with payment details, and payment must be made before the participant can start the course.
Further inquiries about the course may be sent to: applications@justicegroup.org OR global4learning@gmail.com.
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 49 Lessons
- 12 Weeks
- MGPCM - Course Overview4
- Module 1: Introduction to Gender Mainstreaming in the Project Cycle Management9
- 2.1Introduction30 Minutes
- 2.2Key Gender Concepts Definitions30 Minutes
- 2.3Understanding the concept of gender30 Minutes
- 2.4Historical Overview of the Concept of Gender Development30 Minutes
- 2.5Development Approaches to Gender Equality30 Minutes
- 2.6Approaches to Women in Development (WID)
- 2.7Summary of key learning points
- 2.8Key takeaways
- 2.9Module 1 – Exercise5 Questions
- Module 2: The Basics of Gender Equality in Development11
- 3.1Introduction30 Minutes
- 3.2Equity Leads to Equality30 Minutes
- 3.3Important Concepts Underlying Gender Equality30 Minutes
- 3.4Ways and Means of Reducing Gender Inequality30 Minutes
- 3.5Gender Mainstreaming
- 3.6Basic Principles of Gender Mainstreaming
- 3.7Approaches to Mainstreaming Gender Equality30 Minutes
- 3.8Case Study
- 3.9Summary of key learning points
- 3.10Key takeaways
- 3.11Module 2 – Exercise5 Questions
- Module 3: Tools for Mainstreaming Gender in Development Projects13
- 4.1Introduction
- 4.2What is Gender Analysis?
- 4.3Why Conduct a Gender Analysis?
- 4.4When to Conduct a Gender Analysis
- 4.5Gender Analysis Tools and Frameworks
- 4.6Activity Analysis
- 4.7Access to and Control of Resources and Benefits
- 4.8Gender Needs Assessment
- 4.9The Factors that Influence Gender Dynamics
- 4.10Gender Sensitive Indicators
- 4.11Summary of key learning points
- 4.12Key takeaways
- 4.13Module 3 – Exercise4 Questions
- Module 4: Gender Mainstreaming in the Project Cycle Management14
- 5.1Introduction
- 5.2What is a project
- 5.3Understanding project cycle management
- 5.4The logical framework approach
- 5.5Assessing gender equality at all project stages
- 5.6Gender mainstreaming in planning the project
- 5.7Gender analysis in the project cycle
- 5.8Gender-responsive project design
- 5.9Gender-responsive project implementation
- 5.10Gender sensitive project evaluation
- 5.11Gender sensitive project monitoring
- 5.12Summary of key learning points
- 5.13Key takeaways
- 5.14Module 4 – Exercise10 Minutes4 Questions
- Module 5: Final Assessment and Course Wrap-up3