Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Public Procurement and Supply Chain Governance Training Course

Public procurement and supply chain governance are essential components of effective public administration, financial accountability, service delivery, and sustainable development. Governments and public institutions spend significant portions of national budgets on procurement of goods, works, and services, making procurement governance a critical area for achieving value for money, transparency, efficiency, and accountability. The Public Procurement and Supply Chain Governance Training Course is designed to equip procurement professionals, government officials, policymakers, contract managers, auditors, and development practitioners with the knowledge and practical skills required to strengthen procurement systems, improve supply chain performance, and promote good governance in public sector procurement processes.

This comprehensive training program explores procurement planning, strategic sourcing, contract management, supplier relationship management, procurement regulations, supply chain risk management, e-procurement systems, transparency mechanisms, ethics in procurement, and performance monitoring. Participants will gain practical insights into designing and implementing procurement strategies that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, strengthen compliance, and improve public sector service delivery. The course incorporates international procurement standards, governance frameworks, and best practices applicable to national governments, local authorities, state corporations, and development organizations.

Effective procurement governance requires strong institutional frameworks, transparent procedures, robust internal controls, and risk-based decision-making. This course emphasizes accountability, integrity, compliance, sustainability, and innovation within procurement and supply chain management systems. Participants will learn how to manage procurement cycles, evaluate supplier performance, mitigate procurement risks, strengthen contract administration, and ensure compliance with procurement laws and regulations. Special attention is given to digital procurement systems, sustainable procurement practices, anti-corruption measures, and supply chain resilience in dynamic operating environments.

Through practical workshops, procurement simulations, contract management exercises, supplier evaluation activities, case studies, and group discussions, participants will strengthen their capacity to manage procurement and supply chain operations effectively. Upon successful completion, participants will be equipped to improve procurement performance, strengthen governance systems, enhance transparency, achieve value for money, and contribute to efficient and accountable management of public resources.

Course Objectives

1.     Understand the principles and frameworks of public procurement and supply chain governance.

2.     Strengthen procurement planning and strategic sourcing capabilities.

3.     Improve contract management and supplier performance oversight.

4.     Enhance transparency, accountability, and compliance in procurement processes.

5.     Strengthen procurement risk management and internal control systems.

6.     Improve supply chain efficiency and operational performance.

7.     Promote ethical procurement and anti-corruption practices.

8.     Enhance utilization of e-procurement and digital procurement systems.

9.     Strengthen sustainable procurement and supplier development initiatives.

10.  Improve monitoring and evaluation of procurement performance.

Organization Benefits

1.     Improved procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

2.     Enhanced value for money in procurement activities.

3.     Strengthened transparency and accountability mechanisms.

4.     Reduced procurement-related risks and fraud.

5.     Improved compliance with procurement regulations and standards.

6.     Better supplier performance and contract management outcomes.

7.     Enhanced supply chain resilience and continuity.

8.     Improved public confidence and stakeholder trust.

9.     Strengthened institutional governance and oversight.

10.  Increased operational efficiency and service delivery performance.

Target Participants

·       Procurement Officers

·       Supply Chain Managers

·       Government Officials

·       Contract Managers

·       Procurement Committee Members

·       Internal and External Auditors

·       Finance and Accounting Professionals

·       Compliance Officers

·       Project and Program Managers

·       Development Practitioners

·       Public Administration Professionals

·       Logistics Managers

·       Risk Management Officers

·       Governance Specialists

·       Policy and Regulatory Officers

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Public Procurement and Supply Chain Governance

·       Principles of public procurement

·       Procurement governance frameworks

·       Public procurement laws and regulations

·       Procurement cycle management

·       Roles and responsibilities of procurement stakeholders

·       Case Study: Public procurement governance reform initiative

Module 2: Procurement Planning and Strategic Sourcing

·       Procurement needs assessment

·       Annual procurement planning

·       Strategic sourcing methodologies

·       Market analysis and supplier identification

·       Bid preparation and tendering processes

·       Case Study: Strategic sourcing for public sector projects

Module 3: Contract Management and Supplier Relationship Management

·       Contract administration principles

·       Contract performance monitoring

·       Supplier evaluation and performance measurement

·       Vendor relationship management

·       Contract dispute resolution mechanisms

·       Case Study: Effective contract management in government procurement

Module 4: Risk Management, Compliance, and Ethical Procurement

·       Procurement risk assessment frameworks

·       Compliance monitoring systems

·       Fraud prevention and detection mechanisms

·       Ethics and integrity in procurement

·       Anti-corruption measures and accountability

·       Case Study: Managing procurement risks and compliance challenges

Module 5: E-Procurement and Digital Supply Chain Management

·       E-procurement systems and platforms

·       Digital procurement transformation strategies

·       Procurement data management and analytics

·       Supply chain visibility and automation

·       Cybersecurity in procurement systems

·       Case Study: Implementing an electronic procurement system

Module 6: Sustainable Procurement and Performance Management

·       Sustainable procurement principles

·       Green procurement strategies

·       Socially responsible procurement practices

·       Procurement performance indicators

·       Monitoring and evaluation frameworks

·       Case Study: Sustainable procurement implementation and performance improvement

General Information

1.     Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.

2.     Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.

3.     Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.

4.     Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).

5.     Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.

6.     Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.

7.     Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.

8.     Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.

9.     Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.

10.  Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.

11.  Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.

12.  Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.

13.  Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.

14.  Website: Visit our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.