Financial Accountability, Grant Compliance & Audit Readiness for Donor-Funded Project Environments
Venue: Kampala Serena Hotel, Kampala-Uganda
Date: 6th - 11th July 2026
Cost: USD 1300
CPD points: 10
Overview
Strengthen financial accountability and grant compliance in donor‑funded projects with this program on audit readiness. Participants will learn to manage donor funds responsibly, comply with grant conditions, and prepare for audits with confidence. The curriculum covers grant agreement interpretation, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit preparation. Through case studies and practical exercises, attendees will develop the skills to ensure that donor funds are used effectively and transparently. This program is essential for project finance managers, grant administrators, and NGO finance staff.
Objectives
- Interpret donor agreements and understand compliance requirements
- Establish internal controls over grant funds
- Track and report on grant expenditures accurately
- Manage multiple funding sources and restricted funds
- Prepare financial reports in donor‑required formats
- Maintain supporting documentation for audit trail
- Prepare for donor audits and respond to findings
- Ensure cost allocation and indirect cost recovery compliance
- Train project staff on financial accountability
Target Audience
- Project finance managers and accountants
- Grant managers and compliance officers
- NGO finance directors and controllers
- Development agency staff monitoring grants
- Auditors of donor‑funded projects
- Consultants in grant management
- Anyone responsible for donor funds
Methodology
- Grant agreement analysis workshops
- Internal control design exercises
- Financial reporting simulations
- Audit preparation role‑plays
- Case study analyses of grant compliance issues
- Documentation review sessions
- Peer sharing of grant management experiences
