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Cyber Governance Professional Practice 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 19, 2026 90 dates
Accra, Ghana 5 days Nov 2, 2026 46 dates
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 5 days Oct 19, 2026 45 dates
Cape Town, South Africa 5 days Oct 19, 2026 45 dates
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 5 days Oct 19, 2026 45 dates
Dubai, UAE 5 days Nov 2, 2026 64 dates
Istanbul, Turkey 5 days Oct 19, 2026 43 dates
Kampala, Uganda 5 days Oct 19, 2026 47 dates
Kigali, Rwanda 5 days Oct 19, 2026 44 dates
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 5 days Oct 26, 2026 44 dates
Mombasa, Kenya 5 days Oct 19, 2026 43 dates
Pretoria, South Africa 5 days Nov 2, 2026 47 dates
Singapore 5 days Nov 2, 2026 45 dates
Zanzibar, Tanzania 5 days Oct 19, 2026 45 dates

Cyber Governance Professional Practice for International Development Training Course

Course Overview

Cyber Governance Professional Practice for International Development Training Course is a comprehensive professional development program designed to equip professionals working in international development organizations, government agencies, United Nations agencies, NGOs, donor-funded projects, humanitarian organizations, and development finance institutions with practical knowledge and advanced skills in cyber governance, cybersecurity leadership, digital risk management, information security governance, data protection, digital resilience, and cyber policy implementation. The course focuses on cyber governance frameworks, cybersecurity strategy, information security management, digital transformation, cyber risk management, governance, compliance, privacy protection, digital ethics, business continuity, cloud security, cyber resilience, and international cybersecurity standards. Participants will gain practical competencies to strengthen cyber governance systems, protect organizational information assets, improve digital resilience, and support secure digital transformation initiatives across international development programs.

The course integrates internationally recognized cyber governance frameworks including ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), COBIT, ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management, GDPR principles, CIS Critical Security Controls, Zero Trust Security Architecture, IT Governance Frameworks, Risk Management Frameworks (ISO 31000), and international digital governance best practices. Participants will learn how to establish cyber governance structures, develop cybersecurity strategies, manage cyber risks, ensure regulatory compliance, protect sensitive development data, strengthen organizational resilience, and support evidence-based cybersecurity decision-making within international development environments.

Participants will acquire hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, cybersecurity governance dashboards, Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) platforms, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) concepts, cyber risk assessment tools, vulnerability management frameworks, cloud governance solutions, data protection assessment tools, incident response planning templates, and cybersecurity maturity assessment models. Practical exercises will include cyber governance assessments, cybersecurity strategy development, policy formulation, cyber risk analysis, governance reporting, compliance monitoring, business continuity planning, and digital resilience improvement using real-world international development scenarios.

Through expert-led presentations, practical workshops, cyber governance simulations, collaborative group exercises, cybersecurity risk assessments, policy development sessions, digital transformation projects, and international development case studies, participants will strengthen their ability to govern cybersecurity effectively, manage cyber risks proactively, improve organizational resilience, ensure compliance with international standards, safeguard donor and beneficiary information, and build secure digital ecosystems that support sustainable international development outcomes.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand cyber governance principles and international cybersecurity frameworks.
  2. Develop comprehensive cyber governance and cybersecurity strategies.
  3. Apply cyber risk management and information security governance practices.
  4. Establish governance structures for secure digital transformation.
  5. Strengthen data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
  6. Develop cybersecurity policies, standards, and governance procedures.
  7. Improve incident response, business continuity, and cyber resilience.
  8. Utilize governance dashboards and digital monitoring tools for cybersecurity oversight.
  9. Strengthen leadership and stakeholder engagement in cyber governance.
  10. Develop practical cyber governance action plans for international development organizations.

Organization Benefits

Organizations participating in this training will benefit by:

  1. Strengthening cyber governance and organizational cybersecurity maturity.
  2. Improving protection of sensitive donor and beneficiary information.
  3. Enhancing compliance with international cybersecurity and data protection standards.
  4. Reducing cyber risks and operational vulnerabilities.
  5. Supporting secure digital transformation initiatives.
  6. Strengthening business continuity and organizational resilience.
  7. Improving governance, accountability, and cybersecurity oversight.
  8. Enhancing stakeholder confidence and donor assurance.
  9. Supporting evidence-based cybersecurity decision-making.
  10. Promoting continuous improvement and sustainable cyber resilience.

Target Participants

  • ICT Directors
  • Information Security Managers
  • Cybersecurity Officers
  • IT Governance Managers
  • Digital Transformation Managers
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Data Protection Officers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
  • Program Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Government ICT Officials
  • Development Partners
  • UN Agency Staff
  • NGO Executives
  • Humanitarian Information Management Officers
  • Business Continuity Managers
  • Internal Auditors
  • Digital Innovation Specialists
  • Professionals involved in cybersecurity, governance, digital transformation, information security, and international development programs.

Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Cyber Governance

  • Principles of cyber governance
  • International cybersecurity frameworks
  • Governance structures and accountability
  • Information security governance
  • Cybersecurity leadership
  • Case Study: Establishing cyber governance within an international development organization

Module 2: Cyber Risk Management and Compliance

  • Cyber risk identification and assessment
  • ISO 31000 risk management
  • Regulatory compliance and GDPR principles
  • Data privacy and protection
  • Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC)
  • Case Study: Managing cyber risks in donor-funded digital development projects

Module 3: Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Development

  • Cybersecurity strategy formulation
  • Information security policies
  • Security standards and procedures
  • Digital governance frameworks
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Case Study: Developing enterprise cybersecurity policies for a humanitarian organization

Module 4: Digital Resilience and Security Operations

  • Business continuity planning
  • Incident response management
  • Cloud governance and security
  • Zero Trust Architecture
  • Security monitoring and reporting
  • Case Study: Responding to a cyber incident affecting international development operations

Module 5: Cyber Governance Performance Monitoring

  • Cybersecurity maturity assessments
  • Governance dashboards using Microsoft Power BI
  • Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)
  • Security performance metrics
  • Continuous monitoring and improvement
  • Case Study: Building cybersecurity governance dashboards for executive decision-making

Module 6: Emerging Technologies and Future Cyber Governance

  • Artificial Intelligence and cybersecurity governance
  • Digital transformation governance
  • Third-party cyber risk management
  • Innovation and cyber resilience
  • Developing organizational cyber governance roadmaps
  • Case Study: Strengthening cyber governance during large-scale digital transformation initiatives

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 our website at www.fdc-k.org for more information.

 

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