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Governance: Change Management and Succession Planning in SACCOs

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Introduction

Effective governance in SACCOs requires adept management of change and robust succession planning. This course aims to equip SACCO leaders with strategies and frameworks to navigate transitions smoothly and ensure continuity in leadership.

Duration

5 Days

Target Audience

Current and aspiring leaders, board members, executives, and senior management personnel of SACCOs involved in governance, strategic planning, and succession management.

Course Level: Intermediate

Course Outline

Course Objectives

  • Understand the importance of change management and succession planning in SACCO governance.
  • Develop strategies to effectively manage organizational change processes.
  • Implement succession planning frameworks to ensure smooth leadership transitions.
  • Enhance leadership capabilities to foster organizational resilience and adaptability.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in SACCO governance practices.

Course Modules

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Governance, Change Management, and Succession Planning

  • Importance of governance, change management, and succession planning in SACCOs.
  • Key principles and frameworks in change management.
  • Succession planning strategies and best practices.
  • Case studies on successful and unsuccessful leadership transitions.
  • Ethical considerations in governance and succession planning.

Module 2: Strategic Leadership and Vision Setting

  • Developing a strategic vision for SACCOs.
  • Leadership styles and their impact on change management.
  • Aligning leadership vision with organizational goals.
  • Communicating vision and driving organizational change.
  • Role of leaders in fostering a culture of innovation and adaptation.

Module 3: Implementing Change Initiatives

  • Planning and executing organizational change initiatives.
  • Change communication strategies and stakeholder engagement.
  • Overcoming resistance to change within SACCOs.
  • Monitoring and evaluating change processes.
  • Case studies on successful change implementation in SACCOs.

Module 4: Succession Planning and Talent Development

  • Understanding the importance of succession planning.
  • Identifying and developing future SACCO leaders.
  • Creating a succession planning framework.
  • Mentoring and coaching programs for leadership development.
  • Assessing leadership potential and readiness.

Module 5: Managing Organizational Transitions

  • Managing leadership transitions effectively.
  • Leadership continuity and emergency succession planning.
  • Evaluating succession planning outcomes and adjustments.
  • Continuous improvement in governance and succession practices.
  • Action planning for sustainable governance and leadership in SACCOs.

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Course Administration Details

Methodology

These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Venue

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

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We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs. We use the highest quality learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable as possible. Our face to face calendar allows you to choose any classroom course of your choice to be delivered at any venue of your choice - offering you the ultimate in convenience and value for money.

December 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
1 Dec - 5 Dec 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
1 Dec - 5 Dec 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
8 Dec - 12 Dec 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
8 Dec - 12 Dec 5 days Arusha $2,100 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group

November 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Arusha $2,100 Individual Group
17 Nov - 21 Nov 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
17 Nov - 21 Nov 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Cape Town $3,100 Individual Group

January 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
5 Jan - 9 Jan 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
5 Jan - 9 Jan 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
12 Jan - 16 Jan 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
12 Jan - 16 Jan 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
19 Jan - 23 Jan 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
19 Jan - 23 Jan 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
26 Jan - 30 Jan 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
26 Jan - 30 Jan 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

February 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
2 Feb - 6 Feb 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
2 Feb - 6 Feb 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
9 Feb - 13 Feb 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
9 Feb - 13 Feb 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
16 Feb - 20 Feb 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Feb - 20 Feb 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
23 Feb - 27 Feb 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Feb - 27 Feb 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

March 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
2 Mar - 6 Mar 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
2 Mar - 6 Mar 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
9 Mar - 13 Mar 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
9 Mar - 13 Mar 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
16 Mar - 20 Mar 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Mar - 20 Mar 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
23 Mar - 27 Mar 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Mar - 27 Mar 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

April 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
6 Apr - 10 Apr 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
6 Apr - 10 Apr 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
13 Apr - 17 Apr 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
13 Apr - 17 Apr 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
20 Apr - 24 Apr 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
20 Apr - 24 Apr 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
27 Apr - 1 May 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
27 Apr - 1 May 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

May 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
4 May - 8 May 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
4 May - 8 May 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
11 May - 15 May 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
11 May - 15 May 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
18 May - 22 May 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
18 May - 22 May 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
25 May - 29 May 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
25 May - 29 May 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

June 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
1 Jun - 5 Jun 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
1 Jun - 5 Jun 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
8 Jun - 12 Jun 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
8 Jun - 12 Jun 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
15 Jun - 19 Jun 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
15 Jun - 19 Jun 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
22 Jun - 26 Jun 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
22 Jun - 26 Jun 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

July 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
6 Jul - 10 Jul 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
6 Jul - 10 Jul 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
13 Jul - 17 Jul 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
13 Jul - 17 Jul 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
20 Jul - 24 Jul 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
20 Jul - 24 Jul 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
27 Jul - 31 Jul 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
27 Jul - 31 Jul 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

August 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
3 Aug - 7 Aug 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
3 Aug - 7 Aug 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
10 Aug - 14 Aug 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
10 Aug - 14 Aug 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
17 Aug - 21 Aug 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
17 Aug - 21 Aug 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
24 Aug - 28 Aug 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
24 Aug - 28 Aug 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

September 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
7 Sep - 11 Sep 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
7 Sep - 11 Sep 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
14 Sep - 18 Sep 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
14 Sep - 18 Sep 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
21 Sep - 25 Sep 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
21 Sep - 25 Sep 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
28 Sep - 2 Oct 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
28 Sep - 2 Oct 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

October 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
5 Oct - 9 Oct 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
5 Oct - 9 Oct 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
12 Oct - 16 Oct 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
12 Oct - 16 Oct 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
19 Oct - 23 Oct 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
19 Oct - 23 Oct 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
26 Oct - 30 Oct 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
26 Oct - 30 Oct 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

November 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
2 Nov - 6 Nov 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
2 Nov - 6 Nov 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
9 Nov - 13 Nov 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
9 Nov - 13 Nov 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
16 Nov - 20 Nov 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Nov - 20 Nov 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
23 Nov - 27 Nov 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Nov - 27 Nov 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

December 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
7 Dec - 11 Dec 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
7 Dec - 11 Dec 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
14 Dec - 18 Dec 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
14 Dec - 18 Dec 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group

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