Program Overview

Introduction to the University Program

The University Senghor, located in Alexandria, Egypt, is offering a certified short course in Governance and Management of Civil Society Organizations. This program is designed to improve the performance of institutions and actors in non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and associations.

Presentation

The certificate program aims to enhance the capacities of executives in French-speaking civil society organizations in areas such as governance, project management, strategy, and administrative and financial management. The program is delivered in a hybrid mode, with two weeks of online instruction via the University Senghor's distance learning platform and one week of in-person instruction in Cotonou, Benin.

Objectives

The program seeks to achieve the following objectives:

• Improve the governance and management of civil society organizations
• Enhance the skills of executives in areas such as project management, strategy, and administrative and financial management
• Promote the durability of civil society organizations' actions

Target Audience

The program is designed for:

• Executives and managers working in civil society organizations
• Executives in partner organizations of civil society organizations
• Project managers and their assistants
• Professionals in development cooperation
• Resource mobilization managers
• Officials, civil servants, or managers responsible for programming, planning, or budgeting

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the program, candidates must:

• Be a citizen and resident of an African country or Haiti
• Be a professional with at least three years of experience
• Have a master's degree or equivalent
• Have a good command of French (level B2 or higher)

Program Structure

The program consists of four modules, which cover the following topics:

• Principles of good governance of NGOs and associations
• Fundamentals of management of NGOs and associations
• Project management and strategic planning
• Administrative and financial management of civil society organizations

Evaluation

The program includes various evaluation methods, such as:

• Questionnaires to assess participants' knowledge and expectations
• Group work and case studies
• Presentations and role-playing exercises
• A final exam to assess participants' understanding of the program content

Certification

Participants who complete the program will receive a university certificate of 4 ECTS credits, issued by the University Senghor.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the program is 750 euros, which includes access to the online platform and lunch during the in-person session. Travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the participants.

Application Procedure

Candidates must submit their application online, including:

• A detailed curriculum vitae (2 pages maximum)
• A motivation letter (1 page maximum) explaining their reasons for applying to the program
• A copy of their diploma and transcripts

The selection committee will review the applications and conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates. The deadline for applications is November 9, 2023.