Water and Sanitation Policy for Public Sector Training Course: Advancing Sustainable Governance and Service Delivery

Introduction

The Water and Sanitation Policy for Public Sector Training Course equips participants with the knowledge and tools to design, implement, and evaluate policies that ensure equitable access to clean water and improved sanitation services. With growing urbanization, climate change pressures, and population demands, effective governance in water and sanitation is crucial for public health, economic growth, and sustainable development. This course emphasizes the integration of global best practices, innovative technologies, and policy frameworks to strengthen service delivery in both urban and rural contexts.

Through practical exercises, real-world case studies, and expert-led discussions, participants will explore strategies for managing water resources, regulating sanitation systems, and building resilient institutions. The program focuses on aligning national and local policies with international commitments while promoting community engagement and sustainable financing models. By the end of the training, participants will be better equipped to design evidence-based water and sanitation policies that foster inclusivity, efficiency, and long-term resilience.

Duration: 10 Days

Target Audience:

  • Government policymakers and public officials
  • Water and sanitation authorities
  • Environmental and urban planners
  • Public health professionals
  • Development and donor agencies
  • NGOs working in WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)
  • Community development practitioners
  • Infrastructure and utility regulators

Course Objectives:

  • Understand key principles of water and sanitation policy in the public sector
  • Strengthen governance systems for water and sanitation service delivery
  • Explore sustainable financing mechanisms for water and sanitation projects
  • Analyze the role of regulation and institutional frameworks in WASH
  • Apply tools for monitoring and evaluating policy effectiveness
  • Enhance stakeholder engagement in water and sanitation governance
  • Integrate climate resilience into water and sanitation policies
  • Promote public health through improved sanitation strategies
  • Examine case studies of successful WASH policies worldwide
  • Develop actionable policy frameworks tailored to local contexts

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Water and Sanitation Policy

  • Importance of water and sanitation in development
  • Public sector roles and responsibilities
  • Global challenges in WASH service delivery
  • Linking water and sanitation to public health
  • Key policy principles and frameworks

Module 2: Governance and Institutional Frameworks

  • Roles of ministries, agencies, and regulators
  • Decentralization and local governance in WASH
  • Institutional accountability mechanisms
  • Partnerships in water and sanitation service delivery
  • Policy implementation challenges

Module 3: Water Resource Management

  • Principles of integrated water resource management
  • Protecting and conserving freshwater ecosystems
  • Addressing water scarcity and over-extraction
  • Groundwater and surface water governance
  • Case studies of resource management

Module 4: Sanitation Systems and Policy Approaches

  • Sanitation infrastructure planning
  • Urban and rural sanitation challenges
  • Regulations for safe waste management
  • Promoting hygiene behavior change
  • Innovative sanitation technologies

Module 5: Financing Water and Sanitation Services

  • Public financing models
  • Public-private partnerships in WASH
  • Cost recovery strategies
  • Donor and development partner contributions
  • Financial sustainability of utilities

Module 6: Regulation and Standards in Water and Sanitation

  • Establishing quality and safety standards
  • Compliance monitoring mechanisms
  • Consumer protection in WASH services
  • Benchmarking and performance regulation
  • Regulatory case studies

Module 7: Water and Sanitation Infrastructure Planning

  • Infrastructure needs assessment
  • Investment planning approaches
  • Operation and maintenance frameworks
  • Addressing rural infrastructure gaps
  • Leveraging technology in planning

Module 8: Public Health and WASH Policies

  • Waterborne diseases and prevention strategies
  • Sanitation’s role in improving community health
  • Emergency response and safe water supply
  • Hygiene promotion policies
  • Cross-sector collaboration in health and WASH

Module 9: Climate Change and Water Policy

  • Climate risks to water and sanitation systems
  • Adaptation strategies in water governance
  • Integrating resilience into policies
  • Water security and climate justice
  • Case studies on climate adaptation

Module 10: Rural Water and Sanitation Development

  • Challenges in rural service provision
  • Community-based water systems
  • Inclusive approaches for marginalized groups
  • Sustainable rural sanitation models
  • Examples of rural WASH success

Module 11: Urban Water and Sanitation Governance

  • Urbanization and infrastructure stress
  • Managing informal settlements’ needs
  • Innovative urban water solutions
  • Municipal capacity building
  • Smart cities and WASH integration

Module 12: Community Engagement in WASH Policy

  • Participatory policy-making approaches
  • Role of civil society and NGOs
  • Gender-sensitive approaches to WASH
  • Community monitoring mechanisms
  • Building ownership and accountability

Module 13: International and Regional Frameworks

  • UN Water and sanitation commitments
  • Sustainable Development Goal 6
  • Regional cooperation on water issues
  • Global policy trends in WASH
  • Aligning local policies with global goals

Module 14: Monitoring and Evaluation of WASH Policies

  • Tools for policy performance tracking
  • Setting indicators and benchmarks
  • Data collection and management
  • Reporting and accountability frameworks
  • Case studies on effective M&E

Module 15: Policy Development and Action Planning

  • Designing actionable water and sanitation policies
  • Policy drafting and validation processes
  • Institutional coordination mechanisms
  • Developing implementation roadmaps
  • Final group presentations and reflections

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 is provided by the institute. 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

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

 

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