The Nonprofit Alliance provides a wide range of training and organisational development services annually. To see what training opportunities are currently scheduled, visit this page. Nonprofit Alliance endeavors to offer all members training at a rate that is subsidized between 60 and 100%. Visit our Membership Page to learn more.
Organisational Development / Individualised Services
The Nonprofit Alliance provides strategic planning, board development, Theory of Change development and other services designed to meet the needs of nonprofit organisations. Email executivedirector@nonprofitalliance.bm for more information on services and pricing. Also see our Nonprofit Alliance Guide to Strategic Planning, for more information on strategic planning process best practices.
Core Trainings /Cohort Programmes
Nonprofit Alliance has an annual training calendar of core trainings and cohort programmes. To see what is available for registration visit here.
Nonprofit Strategy Fundamentals: This training introduces learners to the fundamental components of nonprofit strategy. The training will cover the 6 components of nonprofit strategy, introduce the “Flywheel” nonprofit strategy framework, and discuss the methods and importance of consulting stakeholders and assessing need when strategizing. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to take their organisation’s strategy to the next level.
Theory of Change : This training introduces learners to the Theory of Change concept. It will delve into the key components of social programme design and guide learners as they develop a programme logic module during the session. It will focus on both programme design best practice as well as economy of language. Participants will leave with a clearly and succinctly mapped out Theory of Change that includes a problem statement, strategies, outputs, outcomes and impact for a real-world programme.
Programme Evaluation and Social Impact Measurement This training introduces learners to programme evaluation and social impact measurement. It will explore different types of programme evaluation and highlight the wide range of qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods. Participants will leave with a better understanding of what it means to be evidenced-based and how to collect the right data to monitor and evaluate programmes, and communicate programme impact.
The Nonprofit Board: Critical Role of Good Governance: This training introduces learners to nonprofit governance best practices. It will look at the role of the nonprofit board as well as individual board members. The sessions will deep dive into the boards role in strategy, hiring and managing the Executive Director, risk and financial management, as well as fundraising. It will also cover board engagement, recruitment and succession planning. Participants will leave with a better understanding of best practices as well as very practical strategies in nonprofit governance.
Building Your Nonprofit Brand: This training introduces learners to the foundations of branding, understanding your audiences, storytelling and pitching, and creating and executing your marketing and communications strategies. Simple frameworks and toolkits will be provided to help you build your own brand guide. You will leave with a better understanding of how your brand is central to your strategy and fundraising abilities, and a work-in-progress toolkit to get you started.
Fundamentals of Nonprofit Fund Development Planning: This training introduces learners to fund development best practices. It covers how to prepare, plan and execute a well-rounded, strategic and diversified fund development plan. It will look at the fundraising landscape, preparing to fundraise, phases of fundraising, roles and responsibilities, systems, ethics and other tips and tricks to streamline your fund development planning.
People and Performance Management in the Nonprofit World: This training equips participants with skills in human resource planning and effective recruitment and selection processes. Attendees will learn strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and retention while effectively managing performance through PQIs and KPIs. The session also covers critical legal aspects such as privacy and employee rights, alongside managing relationships with volunteers and independent contractors. Participants will leave with more tools in their toolkit to manage their organisation’s human resources.
The Nonprofit Administrative Service Environment: This training explores the intersection of human rights and client rights within the context of nonprofit services. Participants will delve into the definition and types of clients, client rights, and the essential components that form the foundation of these rights. The training addresses administrative aspects of having a safe and healthy work environment like safety protocols, accessibility, emergency preparedness, and secure transportation. Participants will leave this training better equipped to maintain safe, accommodating, and rights-respecting service environments.
Nonprofit Financial Management: This training will empower nonprofit leaders with the essential skills and knowledge for robust financial stewardship. This training covers critical areas such as fiduciary responsibilities, internal controls, revenue management, financial planning, accountability, and fundraising, ensuring participants can effectively oversee financial operations to support their organization’s mission. Participants will leave equipped with tools to implement sound financial practices, enhance accountability, and drive organizational success.
Nonprofit Risk Management and Compliance 101: This training provides a in depth review of the various types of risks nonprofits face, including legal, financial, and operational. Participants will learn how to identify, assess, and mitigate these risks through effective planning, internal controls, and compliance strategies. Key areas covered include insurance, contract management, technology and information management, privacy and security, as well as ensuring accountability in revenue and investments. Participants will leave with a better ability of how to safeguard their organizations against potential risks while maintaining high standards of compliance and integrity.
Building an Exceptional Volunteer Programme: This training is designed for nonprofits and volunteer coordinators looking to enhance their volunteer management capabilities. Participants will be guided through the essentials of volunteer management, from defining organizational needs to designing impactful volunteer roles. Attendees will learn how to establish clear policies and procedures, and understand best practices for volunteer screening, retention, reporting, and recognition. Participants will leave better equipped to create a volunteer program that not only inspires and empowers but also achieves tangible results for their organizations.
Campaigning for Systems Change: This training provides a comprehensive guide to effective public advocacy within the nonprofit sector. It underscores the importance of collaboration and strategic planning in advocacy success, followed by an exploration of key concepts such as public interest communications and the interplay between campaigning and advocacy. Participants will learn through practical strategies, including strategic communications planning, where they will engage with narrative crafting and data-driven approaches, and explore collaboration techniques that enhance impact while being cost-effective.
Certificate in Nonprofit Finance: The Certificate in Nonprofit Finance through the Kellog School of Nonprofit Management is a four day, intensive training in financial management. For senior executives of nonprofit organizations, this practical program will improve your understanding of — and ability to manage — the entire financial picture of your organization. Through lectures and small group projects, you’ll explore current issues and challenges in nonprofit finance, acquire essential budget and financial tools and learn how to build operating, and cash budgets. Guided by experts in nonprofit finance and accounting, you’ll develop analytical skills for understanding your financial position more fully, work hands-on with audited financial statements and learn how to ask the right questions and identify threats to the financial sustainability of your nonprofit organization. You’ll leave with enhanced financial acumen and better equipped to manage your organization’s financial resources successfully.
Certified Nonprofit Professional Credential Programme
PDF available here. CNP is a nonprofit credential programme preparing professionals for nonprofit leadership roles. The programme combines multi-media virtual learning strategies, real-world exercises, targeted self-reflection, peer networking, and personal development to build leadership skills to meet any challenge. It includes a six-month virtual learning programme, a three-day live virtual leadership conference, and in-person executive leadership sessions. Successful completion requires evidence of 300 hours of verifiable nonprofit work experience and 20 volunteer hours in the prior two years. Designed to build higher-level leadership skills, the programme is for:
• Individuals working for nonprofits with management-level responsibilities
• Completion of Introduction to Nonprofit Management Certificate, or 5 years’ experience in the nonprofit sector
PROPEL Nonprofit Accelerator Programme
PDF available here. PROPEL is an 18-month nonprofit accelerator programme that helps nonprofits define strategy, develop best practices, and build mechanisms toward sustainable financial health. It gives nonprofits and their supporters the confidence of knowing they are maturing to better execute, scale and sustain their community impact. It is designed for Executive Directors of nonprofits, and is comprised of five components: training, coaching/mentorship, cohort sessions, organisational assessment, and a strategy retreat.