Financing for Peacebuilding and Stabilization Funds Training Course
Introduction
Sustaining peace in post-conflict environments and preventing relapse into violence requires not only political will and effective programming, but also predictable, flexible, and substantial financial resources. This 5-day training course on Financing for Peacebuilding and Stabilization Funds provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse financial mechanisms available to support peace processes, early recovery, and long-term stabilization. Participants will gain deep insights into the intricacies of various funding instruments, from multilateral pooled funds to bilateral aid and innovative financing models, learning how to strategically access, manage, and account for resources that are critical for building resilient societies and consolidating peace dividends.
This intensive program is designed for peacebuilding practitioners, program managers, financial officers of NGOs and international organizations, government officials, diplomats, and donor representatives working in or preparing for roles involving funding peace and stabilization efforts. It will equip attendees with practical knowledge on grant acquisition, financial management in fragile contexts, reporting requirements, and strategies for advocating for sustained investment in peacebuilding. By mastering the financial architecture of peace and stabilization, this course aims to empower participants to secure the necessary resources to translate peacebuilding strategies into tangible results on the ground.
Duration: 5 Days
Target Audience:
- Peacebuilding practitioners and program managers
- Financial and grants managers of NGOs and international organizations
- Government officials (e.g., Ministries of Finance, Foreign Affairs, Planning)
- Donor representatives and program officers
- Civil Society Organization (CSO) leaders involved in resource mobilization
- Consultants specializing in development and peace finance
- Researchers and academics interested in the economics of peacebuilding
- UN and regional organization staff involved in resource mobilization and financial oversight
Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and understand the various sources and mechanisms for financing peacebuilding and stabilization.
- Analyze the funding landscape and key trends in peace and security financing.
- Develop strategies for effective resource mobilization and grant acquisition for peacebuilding programs.
- Understand the financial management and accountability requirements of different funding instruments.
- Advocate for sustainable, predictable, and flexible financing for peacebuilding and stabilization efforts.
Course Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Financing Peacebuilding and Stabilization
- The importance of financing for sustainable peace and preventing conflict relapse.
- Defining peacebuilding finance and stabilization funds: purpose, scope, and objectives.
- The "peace dividend" and the economic costs of conflict.
- Overview of the global financing landscape for peace and security.
- Challenges in peacebuilding finance: unpredictability, earmarking, short-termism.
Module 2: Key Funding Mechanisms and Instruments
- Multilateral Pooled Funds:g., UN Peacebuilding Fund (PBF), multi-partner trust funds (MPTFs).
- Bilateral Aid: funding from individual donor governments (e.g., USAID, FCDO, GIZ, SIDA).
- International Financial Institutions (IFIs):g., World Bank, IMF, regional development banks.
- Private Philanthropy and Foundations: role of private donors and foundations.
- Innovative Financing Mechanisms:g., impact bonds, crowdfunding for peace.
Module 3: Understanding Stabilization Funds
- The concept of stabilization funds: objectives, modalities, and typical activities.
- Examples of national and international stabilization funds (e.g., Peace and Stabilization Operations Program, Stabilization Coherence Fund).
- Rapid response and quick impact projects (QIPs) for immediate stability.
- Bridging humanitarian, development, and peace gaps through stabilization funding.
- Challenges and dilemmas in stabilization funding: short-term focus, political influence.
Module 4: Resource Mobilization and Grant Acquisition Strategies
- Identifying funding opportunities and donor priorities.
- Developing compelling peacebuilding project proposals and concept notes.
- Crafting effective budgets and financial plans for peace initiatives.
- Engaging with donors: building relationships, understanding requirements.
- Diversifying funding sources to ensure sustainability.
Module 5: Financial Management and Compliance
- Principles of sound financial management in peacebuilding contexts.
- Grant management: award agreements, financial reporting, compliance with donor rules.
- Budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure tracking for peacebuilding programs.
- Risk management in fragile and conflict-affected environments (e.g., fiduciary risk, fraud prevention).
- Audit requirements and external financial oversight.
Module 6: Accountability and Transparency in Peace Finance
- Ensuring financial accountability to donors, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.
- Transparency in financial flows for peacebuilding.
- Addressing corruption and misuse of funds in conflict-affected settings.
- Community-based accountability mechanisms for peacebuilding projects.
- The role of M&E in financial accountability and demonstrating impact.
Module 7: Advocating for Sustainable Peacebuilding Finance
- The case for increased and more predictable financing for peacebuilding.
- Advocating for flexible, long-term, and unearmarked funding.
- Promoting local ownership and direct funding to local peace actors.
- The importance of investing in early prevention to avoid costly conflicts.
- Engaging in policy dialogues at national, regional, and international levels.
Module 8: Challenges, Best Practices, and Future Trends
- Common challenges: donor fatigue, competition for funds, political conditionalities.
- Best practices in leveraging diverse funding sources for peace outcomes.
- Innovative approaches to bridge financing gaps and attract new investments.
- The impact of global economic trends and crises on peace finance.
- The future of peacebuilding finance: towards more integrated and resilient funding models.
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
Financing For Peacebuilding And Stabilization Funds Training Course in Georgia
| Dates | Fees | Location | Action |
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| 25/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 01/09/2025 - 05/09/2025 | $4,000 | Johannesburg |
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| 15/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 22/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 06/10/2025 - 10/10/2025 | $4,950 | Instanbul |
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| 20/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 27/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025 | $4,000 | Pretoria |
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| 17/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 08/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 05/01/2026 - 09/01/2026 | $4,950 | Dubai |
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| 19/01/2026 - 23/01/2026 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 26/01/2026 - 30/01/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 02/02/2026 - 06/02/2026 | $4,000 | Johannesburg |
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| 16/02/2026 - 20/02/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 23/02/2026 - 27/02/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 02/03/2026 - 06/03/2026 | $4,950 | Instanbul |
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| 16/03/2026 - 20/03/2026 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 23/03/2026 - 27/03/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 06/04/2026 - 10/04/2026 | $4,000 | Pretoria |
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| 13/04/2026 - 17/04/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 20/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 04/05/2026 - 08/05/2026 | $4,950 | Dubai |
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| 18/05/2026 - 22/05/2026 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 25/05/2026 - 29/05/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 01/06/2026 - 05/06/2026 | $4,000 | Johannesburg |
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| 15/06/2026 - 19/06/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 22/06/2026 - 26/06/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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