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Member's Education and Trainings

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Introduction:

Member's education and training play a crucial role in enhancing the knowledge, skills, and engagement of SACCO members. This course aims to provide comprehensive education and training to empower SACCO members with the necessary tools for financial management, cooperative governance, and personal development.

Duration:

5 Days

Target Audience:

Active and potential members of SACCOs, including elected officials, committee members, and general membership interested in enhancing their understanding and involvement in cooperative activities.

Course Level: Intermediate

Course Outline

Course Objectives:

  • To educate members on the principles and benefits of SACCO membership.
  • To equip members with skills for effective cooperative governance.
  • To enhance financial literacy and management among members.
  • To foster leadership and personal development within the SACCO.
  • To promote active participation and engagement in SACCO activities.

Course Modules

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to SACCOs and Cooperative Principles

  • History and evolution of SACCOs
  • Cooperative principles and values
  • Benefits of SACCO membership
  • Legal and regulatory framework governing SACCOs
  • Role and responsibilities of SACCO members

Module 2: Cooperative Governance and Management

  • Roles and functions of SACCO officials (Board, Committees, Management)
  • Governance structures and decision-making processes
  • Effective leadership and ethical conduct
  • Conflict resolution and consensus-building
  • Monitoring and evaluation of SACCO operations

Module 3: Financial Literacy and Management for SACCO Members

  • Basics of personal financial management
  • Understanding SACCO financial products and services
  • Budgeting and savings strategies
  • Credit management and borrowing responsibly
  • Investing options and retirement planning

Module 4: Promoting Member Engagement and Participation

  • Strategies for member recruitment and retention
  • Effective communication and member relations
  • Encouraging active participation in SACCO activities
  • Involvement in community development projects
  • Advocacy and lobbying for member interests

Module 5: Leadership Development and Personal Growth

  • Leadership styles and qualities
  • Skills for effective leadership in SACCOs
  • Goal setting and strategic planning
  • Continuous learning and professional development
  • Building resilience and adapting to change

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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.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

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Tailor-Made

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Course Schedules

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 Kampala $2,000 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 Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Johannesburg $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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
19 Jan - 23 Jan 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
26 Jan - 30 Jan 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
26 Jan - 30 Jan 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Feb - 20 Feb 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
23 Feb - 27 Feb 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Feb - 27 Feb 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Mar - 20 Mar 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
23 Mar - 27 Mar 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Mar - 27 Mar 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
20 Apr - 24 Apr 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
27 Apr - 1 May 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
27 Apr - 1 May 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
18 May - 22 May 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
25 May - 29 May 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
25 May - 29 May 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
15 Jun - 19 Jun 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
22 Jun - 26 Jun 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
22 Jun - 26 Jun 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
20 Jul - 24 Jul 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
27 Jul - 31 Jul 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
27 Jul - 31 Jul 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
17 Aug - 21 Aug 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
24 Aug - 28 Aug 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
24 Aug - 28 Aug 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
21 Sep - 25 Sep 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
28 Sep - 2 Oct 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
28 Sep - 2 Oct 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
19 Oct - 23 Oct 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
26 Oct - 30 Oct 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
26 Oct - 30 Oct 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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 Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Nov - 20 Nov 5 days Accra $3,200 Individual Group
23 Nov - 27 Nov 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Nov - 27 Nov 5 days Singapore $5,500 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 Addis Ababa $3,900 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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