Advanced Strategic Human Resources Management

Master the essentials of HR functions and practices to build strong people-focused institutions and support national capacity development.

This course introduces professionals to the key elements of Human Resources Management within both public and private sectors. Participants will develop foundational competencies in workforce planning, employee relations, recruitment, performance appraisal, training, and records management. 

Designed for emerging HR professionals and operational staff, this course provides practical knowledge for building effective HR systems.

• HR Assistants and Officers
• Departmental Administrators
• New Managers and Supervisors
• Staff Development Personnel

• Understand the purpose and structure of human resource systems.
• Apply recruitment and selection procedures.
• Manage employee files, records, and HR documentation.
• Support staff performance management and capacity-building initiatives.

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Execute standard HR procedures including onboarding, training, and appraisals.
• Maintain personnel records and enforce confidentiality protocols.
• Use HR tools to support performance reviews and employee development.
• Facilitate compliance with organizational HR policies.

1. Foundations of Human Resource Management
2. Workforce Planning and Role Design
3. Recruitment and Onboarding Procedures
4. Performance Management Systems
5. Employee Records and HR Documentation
6. Training, Development, and Capacity Building
7. Labor Relations and Staff Welfare Practices
8. Compliance with HR Policies and Procedures

Equip your workforce with practical tools to assess skills, deliver effective learning, and drive institutional capacity building.

This course focuses on designing and delivering impactful training programs aligned with institutional objectives. It provides practical guidance on training needs analysis (TNA), instructional design, adult learning principles, and evaluation techniques to ensure staff development efforts are targeted and sustainable.

 Participants will explore innovative approaches to maximize return on learning investments.

• HR and Training Officers
• Departmental Managers
• Capacity Development Specialists
• Staff Welfare and Learning Coordinators

• Conduct effective training needs assessments.
• Develop and implement strategic training programs.
• Understand adult learning principles and methodologies.
• Evaluate and improve training effectiveness and impact.

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Identify performance gaps and develop training plans to address them.
• Use instructional design models to develop content and delivery.
• Facilitate in-person and blended learning sessions confidently.
• Assess learning effectiveness using Kirkpatrick’s model and other tools.

1. Training and Development in the Public Sector Context
2. Training Needs Assessment (TNA) and Skills Audit
3. Designing Learning Programs Using ADDIE Model
4. Facilitation Skills and Adult Learning Theory
5. E-learning, Blended Learning, and Digital Tools
6. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact Assessment
7. Developing a Learning Culture and Knowledge Management

Align individual performance with organizational goals through modern appraisal systems and strategic goal-setting.

This course is designed to empower HR officers and managers with the tools needed to implement robust performance management systems. Participants will explore the full performance cycle—from goal setting to appraisal and feedback—ensuring alignment with institutional mission, motivation of employees, and consistent productivity improvement. The training includes real-world application of KPIs, performance contracts, and progressive appraisal methods.

• HR Officers and Managers
• Department Heads and Supervisors
• Performance Evaluation Committees
• Strategic Planning and HRM Teams

• Establish SMART goals and KPIs aligned with institutional objectives.
• Design and administer performance appraisals.
• Provide constructive feedback and support staff development.
• Build a culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement.

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Understand performance management systems and their strategic role.
• Conduct mid-year and annual appraisal meetings confidently.
• Apply feedback frameworks like the GROW model.
• Track performance using scorecards and reporting dashboards.

1. Principles of Performance Management
2. Setting Performance Standards and SMART Objectives
3. Designing Effective Appraisal Systems
4. Conducting Performance Reviews and Feedback Sessions
5. Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs)
6. Linking Rewards, Promotion, and Performance
7. Tools for Monitoring and Measuring Performance
8. Creating a High-Performance Organizational Culture

Hire the right talent with confidence using modern recruitment strategies and structured selection processes.

This course offers comprehensive training in designing and managing effective recruitment and selection processes that align with organizational needs. Participants will explore job analysis, competency-based interviewing, inclusive hiring practices, and onboarding systems. Designed for HR professionals and hiring managers, this course promotes evidence-based hiring to improve workforce quality and reduce turnover.s.

• HR and Recruitment Officers
• Hiring Managers and Team Leads
• Department Heads involved in selection processes
• Administrative Personnel handling recruitment logistics

• Conduct job analysis and develop accurate job descriptions.
• Design transparent and competency-based recruitment processes.
• Apply structured interview techniques and selection assessments.
• Implement onboarding practices that improve retention and engagement.

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Understand end-to-end recruitment workflow and legal compliance.
• Prepare recruitment plans aligned with strategic workforce goals.
• Conduct bias-free candidate assessments and structured interviews.
• Develop onboarding and induction programs to integrate new hires smoothly..

1. Job Analysis and Workforce Planning
2. Developing Job Descriptions and Person Specifications
3. Recruitment Advertising and Sourcing Strategies
4. Shortlisting and Screening Techniques
5. Competency-Based Interviews and Assessment Centres
6. Legal and Ethical Considerations in Hiring
7. Onboarding and Probation Monitoring
8. Evaluation of Recruitment Effectiveness and Metrics