Crafting and implementing effective public policy is a core responsibility of governments, yet it often presents complex challenges. Public officials must navigate conflicting interests, operate within financial constraints, engage and gain support from a variety of stakeholders, and secure attention amid a busy political landscape. Simultaneously, the demand for higher standards in policy execution continues to grow.
In today’s information-rich environment, and with the increasing influence of social media, public sector performance is under heightened observation. To succeed, government officials—whether elected or appointed—must possess strong capabilities in both policy formulation and stakeholder engagement.
The Energy Training Centre training course on Developing Effective Public Policy and Policy Delivery is designed to equip participants with practical strategies and tools for creating and implementing impactful public policies.
Key topics covered:
- The ethical foundations and guiding values in public policy
- Core components of successful policy-making
- Step-by-step policy formulation processes
- Methods for effective implementation
- Techniques for impact assessment and measuring success
- Engaging and managing stakeholders effectively
By participating in this Developing Effective Public Policy & Policy Delivery training course, attendees will:
- Gain insights into international trends and innovations in policy development
- Understand the significance of human rights, transparency, and accountability in governance
- Learn how to uphold high ethical standards in policy-making
- Acquire practical tools for designing and delivering effective policies
- Learn to evaluate policy outcomes and determine success
- Strengthen stakeholder engagement and management skills
This Developing Effective Public Policy & Policy Delivery training course uses a diverse set of adult learning methodologies to maximize engagement and retention. Participants will take part in interactive discussions, practical exercises, simulations, and real-world case studies from various countries. The training course emphasizes experiential learning through group work and role play.
- Strengthens strategic leadership among current managers
- Builds a pipeline of capable future leaders in the public sector
- Raises ethical standards within public organizations
- Enhances the quality and effectiveness of policy development
- Improves institutional ability to manage diverse stakeholder interests
- Develops a strategic mindset toward policy formulation and delivery
- Increases understanding of evolving global practices in governance
- Reinforces commitment to ethical conduct and integrity
- Boosts skills in evaluating policy effectiveness
- Advances capabilities in managing complex stakeholder dynamics
This Developing Effective Public Policy & Policy Delivery training course is ideal for government professionals at various levels who aim to strengthen their strategic leadership skills and enhance their effectiveness in policy development and implementation.
- Senior Government Officials
- Aspiring Government Leaders
- State-owned Company Executives
- Parliamentarians
- Civil Servants
- Regulatory Officials
- Officials from Public Bodies and Committees
- Non-executive Directors of Government Agencies
- Officials from Government Agencies
Day One: Introduction to Public Policy Development and Delivery
- What is public policy?
- Ethics, Values and Standards
- Human Rights
- Transparency and Accountability
- Global Trends and Developments
- Challenges Facing Effective Policy Development and Delivery
Day Two: Public Policy Development
- Key Elements of Effective Public Policy
- Identifying the Need
- Judging Desired Outcomes
- Defining the Policy
- Reconciling Competing Interests
- Assessing Potential Impact
Day Three: Public Policy Delivery
- Gaining Approval
- Deciding on Delivering Mechanisms
- Mapping the Delivery Process
- Maintaining Momentum
- Monitoring Delivery
Day Four: Measuring Impact and Success
- What does success look like?
- Selecting Metrics
- Measurement Methodologies
- Evaluating Effectiveness
- Impact Assessment
Day Five: Stakeholder Management
- Who is a stakeholder?
- Stakeholder Mapping
- Engagement Strategies
- Public Consultation
- Grievance Mechanisms
