Mariette Gross
Executive Director
Leading an organization or department can be lonely. Noticing employees cutting corners and underperforming can feel demotivating. High staff turnover can feel frustrating; you invest time and resources without seeing benefits. These challenges are common, but they can be addressed. You can be a confident leader who people enjoy working for. You can create a positive atmosphere, offer opportunities for growth, and motivate your team.
Are you ready to transform your leadership approach and build a team that is strong, committed, and motivated? Check out our planned course dates or contact us for tailor-made training!
This course is for agri-food and development professionals in a leadership role. For example, those supervising at least 5-10 team members within an NGOs, service-provider companies, or project organization. Participants should be highly committed and willing to invest 6-8 hours per week.
When your course begins, you will be invited our online learning environment ‘Learningstone’. You will also join a Whatsapp group dedicated to your cohort. Each week you will explore a module online at your own pace. You will learn new concepts through short texts, audio content and videos. Exercises enable you practice what you learn and receive feedback from your trainers and peers. We also organise weekly, interactive online session. There our trainers will guide you to start applying new skills to your professional life.
A face-to-face training is also included in most of our courses. Training days follow a packed schedule of classroom sessions, field visits and group assignments. The tuition fee covers your course materials alongside lunch and snacks on training days. Accommodation, travel, visa costs, other meals and additional costs you might face are not included.
Scholarships are occasionally available for select courses. Check out our FAQs to find out more!
Block 1: Creating a Positive Working Culture
Learn to implement the four pillars of a positive working environment to foster a team committed to each other and the organization’s purpose. Develop strategies to build a strong, cohesive team atmosphere.
Block 2: Managing Individual Staff Members
Master adapting your leadership style to the specific task, skill set, and motivation levels of your employees. Learn techniques for effective staff management that promotes growth and dedication.
Block 3: Addressing Underperformance
Gain skills to address underperformance constructively, maintaining strong relationships with employees. Develop strategies to handle performance issues positively and effectively.
Block 4: Self-Inquiry and Personal Growth
Engage in self-inquiry to overcome personal challenges and stressors. Learn to deal with negative thoughts and beliefs, and become an inspirational role model for your team.
“Les leçons que j'ai apprises me soutiennent dans tous les aspects de ma vie ; je suis capable de m'adapter à des personnes et des cultures diverses.”
There are currently no scheduled courses. Interested? Contact us: registration@icra.global
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