What You'll Learn
Build financial resilience for WASH programs. Learn funding strategies, blended finance, investment planning, and resource mobilization for sustainable water and sanitation services.
Course Benefits
Industry Certification
Internationally recognized qualification
Expert Instructors
Learn from industry professionals
Dedicated Support
Assistance during and after training
Practical Skills
Apply knowledge immediately
Course Overview
This course provides participants with practical tools and strategies to mobilize and manage financial resources for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services. It explores innovative financing mechanisms, investment planning, and blended finance approaches to ensure the sustainability and scalability of WASH programs. Through real-world case studies and interactive exercises, participants will learn to develop bankable WASH proposals and build resilient financial strategies.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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WASH program managers and financial officers
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Government officials in water and sanitation ministries
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NGO and development agency staff
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Donor and funding agency representatives
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Investment planners and policy advisors
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Local government budget officers
Course Level: Intermediate
Course Impact
Organizational Impact
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Strengthens financial sustainability and scalability of WASH programs.
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Improves resource allocation and long-term financial planning.
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Enhances reputation as a leader in sustainable development.
Personal Impact
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Develops in-demand skills for careers in development and finance.
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Supports progression to senior program, leadership, or advisory roles.
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Enables participants to lead and champion innovative financing for WASH programs.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand key concepts of WASH financing and cost recovery
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Design sustainable financial strategies for WASH infrastructure and services
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Identify and access diverse funding sources, including “blended finance for WASH projects”
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Build compelling investment cases for “investment in water and sanitation”
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Strengthen budgeting, resource tracking, and financial accountability in WASH programs
Course Outline
Module 1: Foundations of WASH Financing
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Overview of WASH finance training concepts and terminology
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The economics of water and sanitation services
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Cost structures and lifecycle costing in WASH projects
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Financing gaps and sector challenges
Module 2: Funding Strategies and Mechanisms
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Sustainable WASH funding strategies for infrastructure and service delivery
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Public financing models and government budget allocations
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Tariff setting and user contributions
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Results-based financing and performance contracts
Module 3: Investment Planning and Bankable Projects
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Identifying viable investment in water and sanitation opportunities
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Structuring project proposals for financial institutions and donors
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Conducting financial feasibility assessments
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Risk assessment and return on investment (ROI) calculations
Module 4: Blended Finance and Innovative Instruments
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Blended finance for WASH projects – principles and application
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Leveraging public-private partnerships (PPPs)
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Climate finance and green bonds in WASH
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Social impact investing and microfinance opportunities
Module 5: Resource Mobilization and Accountability
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Resource mobilization for WASH programs – strategies and tools
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Donor engagement and grant acquisition techniques
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Financial tracking and reporting for transparency
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Case studies of successful WASH financing models
Prerequisites
Course Administration Details
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Email: outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org
Mobile: +254759708394
Register for the Course
Select a date and location that works for you.
In-Person Training Schedules
January 2026
| Date | Days | Venue | Fee (VAT Incl.) | Register |
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| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nairobi, Kenya | KES 99,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Cape Town, South Africa | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dubai, United Arabs Emirates | USD 4,000 | Enroll Now |
| 5 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Zanzibar, Tanzania | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Mombasa, Kenya | KES 115,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kigali, Rwanda | USD 1,800 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Accra, Ghana | USD 5,950 | Enroll Now |
| 12 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kampala, Uganda | USD 2,200 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Johannesburg, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Nakuru, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 19 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Dakar, Senegal | USD 3,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Pretoria, South Africa | USD 3,100 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Kisumu, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,500 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Naivasha, Kenya | KES 105,000 | USD 1,400 | Enroll Now |
| 26 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 | 5 days | Arusha, Tanzania | USD 2,000 | Enroll Now |
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