Humanitarian and NGOs Team Building Workshop from 2nd to 4th December 2025 in Naivasha Kenya.
Humanitarian Team Building Course Brief
Humanitarian teambuilding course outline covers theory and practical modules on humanitarian principles, cross-cultural communication, personal safety, conflict sensitivity, team dynamics, and strategic planning, incorporating practical exercises, case studies, and discussions to develop skills for effective collaboration in crisis/ humanitarian contexts. Key elements focus on building high-performance teams by fostering clear communication of vision and purpose, managing change, and creating supportive climates for individuals working under pressure. Introducing team building activities helps reenergize the team and better their relations towards each other to achieve better focus, motivation and performance. In order to achieve or create a cohesive team, each member must create bonds with one another.
Course Objectives
Better teamwork and team performances
Celebrating, team spirit, and team motivation
Collaboration and the fostering of resilience, innovation and creativity
Communication skills and working better together
Course Topics
Module 1: Foundations of Humanitarian Action
Principles and Ethics:
Understanding humanitarian principles, rights, and the legal frameworks that govern aid work.
Core Humanitarian Standards
Learning about the CHS commitments and their practical application to improve quality and accountability in humanitarian responses.
The Humanitarian System:
Overview of international agencies, NGOs, and their roles in disaster and conflict responses.
Module 2: Cross-Cultural and Interpersonal Dynamics
Cultural Awareness:
Exploring gender, diversity, and cultural issues and their impact on team and program management.
Communication Skills:
Tailoring communication styles to diverse audiences and effectively managing information during emergencies.
Team Dynamics:
Facilitating interaction, managing conflict, and creating a positive and motivational team environment.
Module 3: Team Resilience and Safety
Personal and Team Well-being:
Addressing the psychological challenges of relief work and developing strategies for personal and team safety in demanding environments.
Security and Risk Management:
Understanding global risks to humanitarian workers and implementing personal security measures.
Dealing with Change:
Managing the impact of change on teams and individuals and facilitating their adaptation.
Module 4: Strategic and Operational Skills
Strategic Thinking:
Aligning ideas to strategic goals, making informed decisions, and fostering innovative solutions.
Project and Program Management:
Using tools and standards like the Sphere handbook to plan, monitor, and evaluate humanitarian projects.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Strategies for identifying stakeholders and developing effective partnerships.
Module 5: Practical Application and Skill-Building
- Scenario-Based Learning: Engaging in interactive exercises and real-world scenarios to apply course knowledge.
- Needs Assessments: Planning and conducting ethical and context-sensitive needs assessments.
- Capacity Building: Developing strategies to support staff and ensure fair treatment.
- Media and Communications: Managing interactions with the media and developing effective communication materials.
- Team Reflection and Action Planning: Participants reflect on their strengths and weaknesses and create personal and team development plans.
Workshop Registration Details:
Dates: 2nd to 5th December 2025
Venue: The Eserian Resort, Naivasha, Kenya
*Participation Fees:
USD 800 (Fees caters for accommodation, course facilitation, training materials, lunch, coffee breaks, and certificate)
To register kindly contact:
The Training Coordinator
Capacity Africa Training Institute
Valley View Office Park, Parklands, Nairobi, Kenya
Tel:+254 116195575
Email:workshops@capacityafrica.com)
Website:www.capacityafrica.com
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