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Supply Chain Risk Assessment for International Development Training Course

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How to Register Click View Schedule for your preferred location, select your training dates, then register as an individual, group, or online participant. You will receive an invitation letter and invoice promptly after submission.
Training Locations Kenya (Nairobi, Mombasa, Malindi, Kisumu, Nakuru, Nanyuki) · Tanzania (Dodoma, Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam) · Dubai UAE · South Africa (Pretoria, Cape Town) · Istanbul · Accra · Banjul more ▾
Groups & Payment Groups of 5+ receive one complimentary place — see group rates. Payment due at least 1 month before (Europe & Asia) or 2 weeks before (Africa programs).
Upcoming Training Schedules 14 locations
Location Duration Next Start Date Dates Available Action
Nairobi, Kenya 5 days Oct 12, 2026 91 dates
Accra, Ghana 5 days Oct 19, 2026 44 dates
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 5 days Oct 12, 2026 47 dates
Cape Town, South Africa 5 days Oct 19, 2026 49 dates
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 5 days Oct 26, 2026 44 dates
Dubai, UAE 5 days Oct 26, 2026 64 dates
Istanbul, Turkey 5 days Oct 19, 2026 45 dates
Kampala, Uganda 5 days Oct 12, 2026 47 dates
Kigali, Rwanda 5 days Oct 26, 2026 45 dates
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 5 days Oct 12, 2026 45 dates
Mombasa, Kenya 5 days Oct 12, 2026 45 dates
Pretoria, South Africa 5 days Oct 12, 2026 44 dates
Singapore 5 days Oct 26, 2026 48 dates
Zanzibar, Tanzania 5 days Oct 26, 2026 46 dates

Supply Chain Risk Assessment for International Development Training Course

Course Overview

Supply Chain Risk Assessment for International Development Training Course is a comprehensive professional development program designed to equip procurement professionals, supply chain managers, humanitarian logisticians, project managers, donor-funded project staff, warehouse managers, contract managers, compliance officers, monitoring and evaluation specialists, finance managers, and international development practitioners with the knowledge and practical skills required to identify, assess, mitigate, and monitor supply chain risks across development and humanitarian programs. The course focuses on supply chain risk management, procurement planning, logistics management, donor compliance, inventory control, contract management, supplier performance, enterprise risk management, business continuity, humanitarian logistics, digital supply chain transformation, and sustainable procurement. Participants will develop practical competencies to strengthen supply chain resilience, improve procurement governance, reduce operational disruptions, enhance accountability, and ensure efficient delivery of development programs.

The course incorporates internationally recognized supply chain, procurement, and risk management frameworks including ISO 31000 Risk Management, ISO 28000 Security Management Systems for the Supply Chain, ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems, ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management, Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) best practices, World Bank Procurement Regulations, United Nations Procurement Guidelines, USAID Automated Directives System (ADS), European Union procurement principles, OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) standards, Sphere Humanitarian Standards, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles, Results-Based Management (RBM), and humanitarian logistics best practices. Participants will strengthen competencies in supply chain risk identification, procurement governance, supplier risk assessment, contract management, inventory optimization, transportation planning, warehouse operations, fraud prevention, compliance monitoring, financial accountability, and digital supply chain analytics. The training also explores Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Microsoft Power BI, Business Intelligence (BI), blockchain technology, and predictive analytics.

Through practical workshops, supply chain simulations, procurement risk assessments, supplier evaluations, logistics planning exercises, warehouse optimization projects, contract management scenarios, and real-world international development case studies, participants will strengthen their ability to manage complex supply chains operating in fragile, humanitarian, and development contexts. Practical applications using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, ERP platforms, procurement dashboards, GIS mapping tools, inventory management systems, and digital logistics platforms enable participants to make evidence-based decisions, improve supply chain visibility, and strengthen operational resilience.

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will possess the strategic and technical capabilities required to strengthen procurement governance, manage supply chain risks, improve donor compliance, optimize logistics performance, enhance accountability, and support effective implementation of international development programs. The training prepares organizations to build resilient, transparent, and efficient supply chains capable of delivering sustainable development outcomes while effectively responding to changing operational environments.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand supply chain risk management principles within international development programs.
  2. Identify, assess, and prioritize procurement and logistics risks.
  3. Apply international procurement standards and donor compliance requirements.
  4. Strengthen supplier evaluation, contract management, and procurement governance.
  5. Improve inventory management, warehousing, and transportation planning.
  6. Develop business continuity and supply chain resilience strategies.
  7. Utilize digital tools and analytics for supply chain monitoring and reporting.
  8. Enhance fraud prevention, transparency, and accountability in procurement processes.
  9. Monitor supply chain performance using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and dashboards.
  10. Promote continuous improvement and sustainable supply chain management.

Organizational Benefits

Organizations participating in this training will benefit by:

  1. Strengthening procurement governance and accountability.
  2. Improving supply chain resilience and operational continuity.
  3. Enhancing compliance with donor and international procurement regulations.
  4. Reducing procurement, logistics, and operational risks.
  5. Improving supplier performance and contract management.
  6. Strengthening inventory management and logistics efficiency.
  7. Supporting evidence-based decision-making through digital analytics.
  8. Enhancing transparency, fraud prevention, and financial accountability.
  9. Improving project implementation efficiency and service delivery.
  10. Promoting sustainable and resilient supply chain management.

Target Participants

This course is suitable for:

  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Procurement Managers
  • Logistics Coordinators
  • Humanitarian Logistics Officers
  • Warehouse Managers
  • Contract Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Risk Management Officers
  • Finance Managers
  • Grants Managers
  • Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
  • Donor-Funded Project Staff
  • NGO Programme Managers
  • Government Procurement Officers
  • International Development Consultants
  • Humanitarian Response Coordinators
  • Procurement Auditors
  • Professionals responsible for procurement, logistics, supply chain management, risk management, and international development operations

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Supply Chain Risk Assessment

  • Principles of supply chain risk management
  • Supply chain mapping and risk identification
  • ISO 31000 Risk Management Framework
  • Procurement governance
  • Donor procurement regulations
  • Case Study: Conducting a comprehensive supply chain risk assessment for a humanitarian food security project

Module 2: Procurement Risk, Supplier Evaluation and Contract Management

  • Strategic sourcing
  • Supplier due diligence
  • Supplier performance assessment
  • Contract risk management
  • Ethical procurement practices
  • Case Study: Managing supplier risks during emergency procurement operations

Module 3: Logistics, Warehousing and Inventory Risk Management

  • Inventory optimization
  • Warehouse risk assessment
  • Transportation risk management
  • Customs and cross-border logistics
  • Business continuity planning
  • Case Study: Strengthening warehouse resilience during humanitarian emergency operations

Module 4: Digital Supply Chain Systems and Data Analytics

  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
  • Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
  • Microsoft Power BI dashboards
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and predictive analytics
  • Case Study: Developing real-time supply chain performance dashboards for donor-funded projects

Module 5: Compliance, Performance Monitoring and Organizational Resilience

  • Donor compliance management
  • Fraud prevention and internal controls
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Performance reporting
  • Continuous improvement strategies
  • Case Study: Improving procurement transparency and accountability in a multi-country development programme

Module 6: Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Future Trends

  • Sustainable procurement
  • Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
  • Blockchain in supply chains
  • Humanitarian logistics innovation
  • Strategic supply chain transformation
  • Case Study: Designing a resilient and sustainable supply chain strategy for an international development organization

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, flight 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 www.fdc-k.org for more information.

 

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