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Proposal writing

A proposal is a clear outline of an implementation plan for a project. It is an important instrument in securing external funding and partnerships. This course deals with applying for grants as well as managing the grant responsibly.

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Proposal writing

Why

This course is relevant for you if:

  • You want to apply for a substantial grant from an organisation or company
  • You applied for a donation and the donor asked for a proposal
  • You want to make sure you manage an acquired grant well
  • You want to learn to write proposals and manage grants for future use

What you get

Tools:

  • Checklist for proposal completeness
  • Checklist for responsibilities in grant management
  • Resources from Grantspace and CIVICUS

Certification:

  • After finishing this module and passing a brief exam, you can download an accredited NCOI University of Applied Science (Netherlands) certificate for free. 

What you can expect

We will guide you in making a solid proposal to secure funding and in managing the grant well.

Knowledge and Skills

Know How:

  • A step by step guide for proposal writing and grant management: from identifying potential donors, grant research, connecting with donors, presenting your organisation, understanding requirements, project design, proposal writing, grant managmement, reporting to grant closure.

Examples:

  • ATMA – Sample proposal
  • Sample proposal from the Rwanda Education NGO Coordination Platform

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