Course Details

Anti‑Corruption and Transparency Tools Training Course

Introduction
Corruption continues to be one of the most persistent challenges undermining development efforts, eroding public trust, and diverting critical resources from essential services. The Anti-Corruption and Transparency Tools Training Course is designed to equip public sector professionals, NGO staff, and development partners with the practical knowledge, strategies, and digital tools to combat corruption and strengthen transparency within organizations and governance systems. By adopting a preventive, systematic approach, participants will gain the competencies to build integrity-based cultures and implement accountability mechanisms that are both effective and sustainable.

This 10-day intensive training focuses on strengthening institutional integrity by providing a deep understanding of anti-corruption frameworks, transparency-enhancing technologies, risk assessments, and community-based oversight methods. Participants will explore global best practices, such as the use of open contracting, whistleblower systems, anti-fraud audits, and citizen engagement platforms to increase transparency and reduce opportunities for misconduct. The course also integrates interactive case studies, policy analysis, and real-world tools that foster a practical, action-oriented learning experience.

Duration

10 Days
Target Audience

• Government officials and civil servants
• NGO and INGO program and compliance officers
• Anti-corruption agency staff
• Procurement, finance, and grants management professionals
• Journalists and civil society watchdog organizations

Course Objectives

• Understand global anti-corruption frameworks and transparency principles
• Identify common types of corruption and develop prevention strategies
• Apply digital tools and systems to enhance transparency and traceability
• Strengthen internal controls, accountability mechanisms, and compliance systems
• Promote citizen participation, open data, and institutional ethics

Course Modules

Module 1: Understanding Corruption and Its Impact

• Defining corruption and its different forms
• Political, economic, and social costs of corruption
• Causes and enablers of corrupt systems
• Corruption in humanitarian, public, and development sectors
• Indicators and tools for measuring corruption

Module 2: International Anti-Corruption Frameworks

• UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC)
• OECD Anti-Bribery Convention and G20 principles
• Regional frameworks (AU, EU, ECOWAS, etc.)
• Global SDG targets on governance and anti-corruption
• Key actors and international enforcement agencies

Module 3: Transparency and Accountability Concepts

• Definitions and pillars of transparency
• Linking accountability to anti-corruption
• Public interest disclosures and integrity standards
• Transparency across the project lifecycle
• Cultural and political barriers to openness

Module 4: Corruption Risk Assessment and Mapping

• Identifying corruption-prone areas
• Conducting risk mapping and control assessments
• Using fraud risk matrices and corruption diagnostics
• Tools for assessing institutional vulnerabilities
• Integrating anti-corruption into risk management plans

Module 5: Anti-Corruption Policy and Compliance Design

• Developing anti-corruption strategies and policies
• Codes of ethics and conduct frameworks
• Internal controls and compliance systems
• Whistleblower protections and safe reporting
• Legal and disciplinary procedures

Module 6: Open Contracting and Procurement Integrity

• Understanding open contracting principles and data standards
• Building integrity into procurement processes
• Due diligence and vendor background checks
• Monitoring procurement red flags
• Community oversight of public tenders

Module 7: Financial Transparency and Audit Mechanisms

• Transparent budgeting and financial disclosures
• Anti-fraud and forensic audit methodologies
• Asset declaration systems for public officials
• Tracking funds through expenditure analysis
• Role of internal and external audit in prevention

Module 8: Digital Tools for Transparency and Oversight

• Using technology to trace corruption risks
• e-Procurement and open budget portals
• Blockchain for financial accountability
• Anti-corruption data dashboards and analytics
• Crowdsourcing tools for citizen reporting

Module 9: Investigating and Reporting Corruption

• Steps in conducting internal investigations
• Evidence collection and data integrity
• Collaborating with law enforcement agencies
• Protection and support for whistleblowers
• Case study reviews of investigation outcomes

Module 10: Promoting Citizen Engagement and Social Accountability

• Community scorecards and public expenditure tracking
• Civic technology tools and mobile reporting apps
• Building coalitions with civil society organizations
• Public forums and participatory governance
• Media and citizen watchdog roles

Module 11: Ethical Leadership and Organizational Culture

• Role of leaders in promoting integrity
• Building a speak-up culture
• Staff training on ethics and transparency
• Linking values to institutional performance
• Ethics committees and integrity champions

Module 12: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning for Anti-Corruption

• Developing anti-corruption indicators and metrics
• Monitoring progress of transparency initiatives
• Documenting lessons learned and best practices
• Adapting strategies based on evaluation findings
• Sustaining anti-corruption programs over time

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com