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 23rd October 2024, while payment is due on 24th October 2024. 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.
Course Curriculum
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MGPCM - Course Overview
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Module 1: Introduction to Gender Mainstreaming in the Project Cycle Management
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Module 2: The Basics of Gender Equality in Development
- Introduction
- Equity Leads to Equality
- Important Concepts Underlying Gender Equality
- Ways and Means of Reducing Gender Inequality
- Gender Mainstreaming
- Basic Principles of Gender Mainstreaming
- Approaches to Mainstreaming Gender Equality
- Case Study
- Summary of key learning points
- Key takeaways
- Module 2 – Exercise
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Module 3: Tools for Mainstreaming Gender in Development Projects
- Introduction
- What is Gender Analysis?
- Why Conduct a Gender Analysis?
- When to Conduct a Gender Analysis
- Gender Analysis Tools and Frameworks
- Activity Analysis
- Access to and Control of Resources and Benefits
- Gender Needs Assessment
- The Factors that Influence Gender Dynamics
- Gender Sensitive Indicators
- Summary of key learning points
- Key takeaways
- Module 3 – Exercise
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Module 4: Gender Mainstreaming in the Project Cycle Management
- Introduction
- What is a project
- Understanding project cycle management
- The logical framework approach
- Assessing gender equality at all project stages
- Gender mainstreaming in planning the project
- Gender analysis in the project cycle
- Gender-responsive project design
- Gender-responsive project implementation
- Gender sensitive project evaluation
- Gender sensitive project monitoring
- Summary of key learning points
- Key takeaways
- Module 4 – Exercise
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Module 5: Final Assessment and Course Wrap-up
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