Course Description
The Project Administration, Negotiation Skills and Contract Management Course equips participants with the critical skills required to effectively manage projects, negotiate with key stakeholders, and administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle. This course addresses practical challenges in project governance, procurement, stakeholder management, and dispute resolution, offering proven strategies for successful contract execution and negotiation under pressure. Participants will gain hands-on experience in drafting, managing, and interpreting contracts, as well as enhancing communication and leadership in project environments. Ideal for professionals overseeing projects with contractual obligations or stakeholder complexity.
Course Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of project administration and contract lifecycle management.
- Learn how to draft, interpret, and manage different types of contracts.
- Develop effective negotiation skills to resolve conflicts and secure favorable outcomes.
- Strengthen communication, documentation, and reporting capabilities.
- Mitigate legal and operational risks in contract execution.
- Apply international best practices in procurement and contract administration.
- Enhance project planning and monitoring through effective governance structures.
Organizational Benefits
- Improved project delivery through structured administration and governance.
- Reduced risk of legal disputes and contract failures.
- Increased cost savings through effective negotiation and contract control.
- Strengthened relationships with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Better alignment with procurement policies and compliance requirements.
- Enhanced team capacity for managing high-value and complex contracts.
- Improved ability to attract and manage donor or investor-funded projects.
Target Participants
- Project Managers and Coordinators
- Procurement and Supply Chain Officers
- Contract and Legal Advisors
- Construction and Infrastructure Project Leads
- Donor-Funded Project Administrators
- Compliance and Risk Management Officers
- Engineers and Technical Supervisors
- Government and NGO Project Staff
Course Outline
- Module 1: Introduction to Project Administration
- Module 2: Contract Types and Lifecycle Management
- Module 3: Procurement Planning and Tendering Procedures
- Module 4: Contract Drafting and Legal Essentials
- Module 5: Negotiation Skills and Conflict Resolution
- Module 6: Stakeholder Communication and Influence Strategies
- Module 7: Contract Execution and Performance Monitoring
- Module 8: Risk Management in Contract Administration
- Module 9: Dispute Resolution Mechanisms and Claims Management
- Module 10: International Contracting Standards and Best Practices
- Module 11: Ethics, Transparency, and Governance in Contracts
- Module 12: Case Studies and Practical Applications
General Information
- Customized Training: Course content can be tailored to meet organizational needs.
- Language: Participants should have a good command of English.
- Learning Methods: Includes presentations, case studies, simulations, and group discussions.
- Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon successful course completion.
- Training Locations: Available at Stepsure Training and Research Institute facilities, online, or in-house.
- Flexible Duration: Course duration and depth can be adjusted to fit your team’s availability.
- Onsite Training Package: Includes facilitation, materials, refreshments, lunch, and certification.
- Additional Services: Optional accommodation and transportation support available.
- Equipment Provision: Tablets or laptops can be arranged at an additional fee.
- Post-Training Support: One year of follow-up consultation and advisory support.
- Group Discounts: Offered for groups of three or more participants.
Contact Us
Email: info@stepsureresearchinstitute.org
Phone: +254 723 482 495
Website: www.stepsureresearchinstitute.org
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