Integrated Development Planning (IDP) Course Overview
This course provides government planners with the knowledge and skills necessary to coordinate development planning across local, regional, and national levels. It emphasizes strategic resource allocation to meet Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and national development visions. Participants will engage in interactive sessions on aligning policies, budgets, and projects while building effective stakeholder engagement processes. The course also highlights the use of modern tools and techniques to ensure that planning outcomes are measurable, accountable, and sustainable.
Course outline & what you'll learn
Module 1: Frameworks for Integrated Development Planning
- Understanding national, regional, and local planning hierarchies
- Legal and policy frameworks guiding development planning
- Linking development plans to national strategic objectives
Module 2: Stakeholder Consultation and Community Engagement
- Techniques for engaging community members and stakeholders
- Participatory planning methods
- Managing feedback and incorporating inputs into plans
Module 3: Aligning Budgets with Development Plans
- Ensuring financial resources match strategic priorities
- Medium-Term Expenditure Frameworks (MTEF)
- Resource mobilization strategies for public projects
Module 4: Integrating SDGs into Local Planning
- Mapping SDGs to local development projects
- Monitoring progress against SDG indicators
- Creating inclusive and equitable development plans
Module 5: Monitoring Plan Implementation and Service Delivery
- Developing key performance indicators for public programs
- Tracking implementation progress and identifying bottlenecks
- Reporting outcomes to ensure accountability and continuous improvement
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