As the United Nations(UN) Development System is transforming to overcome emerging crises to stay on course to deliver on the promise of the 2030 Agenda, the evolving partnerships, financing and resource mobilization landscape becomes increasingly relevant.    

This engaging course is designed to equip UN staff with the knowledge and skills to navigate this transformation through instructor-led expert sessions, insightful peer learning, and practical exploration of tools and frameworks.  

Introduction

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is ambitious in its scope and aims at a fundamental transformation of society. There is an increasing recognition within the UN that the transformation will require a radical shift in how we think and work. The challenge before us is equal to understanding that working collaboratively within the UN system and engaging with diverse stakeholders is imperative to stay on course to implement the 2030 Agenda.

Furthermore, the implementation of the 2030 Agenda requires financing to the tune of several trillions of dollars, while current levels of Official Development Assistance stand at a mere 3-4 percent of this requirement. This requires unlocking innovative sources of finance and leveraging ODA more effectively to channel our global financial flows and private-sector commitment towards sustainable development to accomplish the transformation.

This course is designed to equip UN staff with the knowledge and skills to make this transformation a reality by leveraging the power of partnerships and exploring innovative financing models and strategic approaches to resource mobilization. 

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will: 

  • Develop an understanding of the changing UN landscape and the funding of the UN development system, especially in view of its reform and repositioning process. 
  • Understand howunlocking global financial flows, including public, private, national, and international sources, can be strategically leveraged to ensure we leave no one behind. 
  • Be equipped to utilize tools to approach cross-sector sector partnerships that create shared value while mitigating reputational risks. 
  • Be able to apply the elements of successful resource mobilization strategies to their work. 

 

Course methodology

This face-to-face course combines inputs and lectures by high-level subject matter experts with opportunities for knowledge sharing and participatory exercises. Participants are led to apply their learning through application-oriented learning methodologies such as case studies, collaborative group exercises, team discussions and dialogues with the speakers. 

Course contents

Day 1: The UN Development System and its Financing in a Changing World

Day 2: Bridging the Finance Gap for Sustainable Development & Climate Finance. 

Day 3: Due Diligence, Stakeholder-Mapping, and Partnership-Building. 

Day 4: Leadership Skills & Innovative Resource Mobilization Strategies

Day 5: How it all fits together and action planning (half-day).

Target audience

UN personnel: managers, specialists and officers working at country and regional level with partnerships, innovative financing, and resource mobilization.

Cost of participation

The course fee of USD 3,500 covers the following: 

  • Four days and a half of training and learning, which includes presentations, interactive exercises, and group work activities. 
  • Exclusive access to UNSSC's online social learning environment with training and supporting background materials and the opportunity to network and stay connected with colleagues. 
  • All course materials, resources and contacts. 

Participants are expected to cover all costs for travel to Bonn (Germany), lodging, meals, and any other costs related to their attendance in the course. 

Note: It is important to note that registering for the course does not guarantee selection. Please do not book flight tickets or accommodation without receiving a confirmation of selection into the course.