
Course Description
Project Development and Management from a Gender Perspective is a course designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to develop and manage projects through a gender-sensitive lens. This course examines the impact of gender on project development, implementation, and management, and provides strategies for ensuring that gender is integrated into every aspect of the project cycle. The course covers topics such as gender analysis, gender-responsive planning, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder engagement.
Participants will learn how to identify and analyze gender issues, develop strategies to address them, and implement gender-responsive programs and projects. They will also learn how to design and implement effective monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure that gender considerations are integrated throughout the project cycle.
This course is ideal for development practitioners, project managers, and individuals interested in working in the field of gender and development. By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of how to develop and manage gender-responsive projects that promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key concepts of gender analysis and gender mainstreaming, and how they relate to project development and management.
- Develop skills in identifying and analyzing gender-based disparities in project design, implementation, and evaluation.
- Learn how to incorporate gender-sensitive indicators and data collection methods in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Explore the role of gender in leadership, team dynamics, and stakeholder engagement, and how to promote gender equality and social inclusion in project outcomes.
- Analyze the intersectionality of gender with other dimensions of social inequality, such as race, class, and ethnicity, in the context of project development and management.
- Apply the principles of gender analysis and gender mainstreaming in project design, management, and evaluation, and contribute to more equitable and sustainable development outcomes.
Target Audience
The course on Project Development and Management from a Gender Perspective is designed for professionals working in the field of international development, including project managers, program officers, consultants, and researchers. It is also relevant for policymakers and practitioners seeking to incorporate a gender perspective into their work. Participants who have a background in gender studies, social sciences, or international development are particularly suited for this course. The course is appropriate for both novice and experienced professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in project development and management with a gender perspective.
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 Project Development & Management from a Gender Perspective. 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 28 February 2025, while payment is due on 3 March 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.
Course Curriculum
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Course Overview
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Introduction to Project Development and Management
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Fundamental Project Concepts and Elements
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Project Development Methodologies
- Introduction
- Traditional methodologies in project management
- Agile methodologies in project development
- Lean and six sigma in project development
- Hybrid approaches in project development mothodologies
- Choosing the right project management methodology
- Developing your own methodology
- Steps in managing your projects
- Methodologies with a gender perspective
- Summary of key learning points
- Key takeaways
- Assignment – 3
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Mainstreaming Gender into Project Development and Management
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Mainstreaming Gender into Project Monitoring and Evaluation
- Introduction
- Gender-sensitive monitoring
- Gender-sensitive indicators and disaggregation
- Gender-sensitive evaluation
- Managing gender-sensitive evaluation phases
- Key gender-sensitive evaluation criteria & questions
- Project monitoring and evaluation framework
- Summary of key learning points
- Key takeaways
- Assignment 5
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Effective Project Management and Fundraising
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Final Assessment