Course description
THE TRAINING
In a time of rapid change, rising citizen expectations, and increasing demand for accountability, public sector organisations must deliver projects that are not only efficient but also adaptable, scalable, and impactful. Traditional project management approaches often fall short in navigating the complexities and dynamic nature of government initiatives.
This intensive Agile Project & Delivery Management Training is designed to equip public service professionals with the practical tools, frameworks, and mindset needed to lead with agility. Through interactive sessions, real-life case studies, and collaborative learning, participants will explore how Agile principles—such as iterative planning, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement—can revolutionize project outcomes across government departments and public institutions.
Under the theme “Driving Public Sector Success with Agile Frameworks for High-Impact Delivery,” this program will empower participants to:
§ Implement Agile methodologies tailored for the public sector.
§ Deliver results faster while remaining compliant with public accountability standards.
§ Build resilient project teams capable of delivering consistent value.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
§ understand and apply core agile principles and values within the context of public sector project delivery;
§ distinguish between traditional and agile project management approaches, and determine when and how to apply each effectively;
§ implement agile frameworks such as scrum, kanban, and hybrid models tailored to government or public service environments;
§ develop and manage agile teams, roles, and workflows to enhance collaboration, accountability, and performance;
§ use iterative planning, sprints, and backlog management to deliver incremental value and respond to changing priorities;
§ identify and mitigate risks early through agile tools and adaptive delivery strategies;
§ measure success and impact using agile performance metrics and project delivery indicators suited to public sector objectives;
§ 
design action plans for applying agile methodologies to current or future public service projects.
What will i learn?
- Understand and apply core agile principles and values within the context of public sector project delivery;
- Distinguish between traditional and agile project management approaches, and determine when and how to apply each effectively;
- Implement agile frameworks such as scrum, kanban, and hybrid models tailored to government or public service environments;
- Develop and manage agile teams, roles, and workflows to enhance collaboration, accountability, and performance;
- Use iterative planning, sprints, and backlog management to deliver incremental value and respond to changing priorities;
Requirements
CIKDP 2027 GLOBAL TRAINING VENUES
The 2027 events will be hosted across our international centres.
All dates are for 2027 unless otherwise stated.
EUROPE
Germany – Hotel CityLight, Berlin / Gisma University | €1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 12–16, May 10–14, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Oct 18–22, Nov 22–26, Dec 13–17.
Austria – Radisson Blu Style Hotel, Vienna | €1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, May 10–14, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
France – ibis Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles, Paris | €1,995 Dates: Apr 12–16, Jun 7–11, Sep 20–24, Oct 18–22, Nov 22–26, Dec 6–10.
Portugal – Lisbon Marriott Hotel | €1,995 Dates: Feb 22–26, Apr 5–9, May 31–Jun 4, Jul 19–23, Sep 6–10, Nov 15–19.
Finland – Clarion Hotel Helsinki | €1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, Apr 19–23, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 2–6, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12.
United Kingdom – Fortis House, Barking, Essex | £1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 19–23, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12, Jan 25–29, 2028.
MIDDLE EAST & ASIA
Qatar – Steigenbeger Hotel & Residence, Doha | $1,995 Dates: Feb 1–5, Apr 19–23, May 31–Jun 4, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Oct 4–8, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Turkey – Radisson Blu Hotel, Istanbul | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Mar 22–26, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 30–Sep 3, Nov 15–19, Dec 13–17.
Saudi Arabia – King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, Dhahran | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 12–16, May 24–28, Aug 23–27, Oct 18–22, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Singapore – Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium | $2,500 Dates: Feb 1–5, Mar 22–26, Apr 19–23, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 16–20, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 1–5, Dec 6–10.
Malaysia – Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Mar 15–19, Jun 21–25, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 22–26, Dec 6–10.
AFRICA
Tanzania – Four Points by Sheraton, Dar es Salaam | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 19–23, Jul 12–16, Sep 20–24, Nov 29–Dec 3.
Egypt – Radisson Blu Hotel, Cairo | $1,995 Dates: Feb 1–5, Mar 29–Apr 2, Jun 14–18, Aug 16–20, Oct 18–22, Dec 13–17.
Kenya – Emara Ole Sereni Hotel, Nairobi | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 26–30, Jun 14–18, Jul 26–30, Sep 13–17, Oct 4–8, Nov 8–12, Dec 13–17.
Rwanda – Onomo Hotel, Kigali | $1,995 Dates: Jan 11–15, Feb 8–12, Mar 22–26, Apr 19–23, May 17–21, Jun 28–Jul 2, Aug 16–20, Sep 6–10, Oct 4–8, Nov 1–5.
Morocco – Four Seasons Hotel, Casablanca | $1,995 Dates: Jan 25–29, Apr 5–9, Jun 7–11, Aug 9–13, Oct 11–15, Dec 6–10.
Ghana – Airport West Hotel, Accra / GC Royal Osu | $1,500 Dates: Jan 25–29, Mar 22–26, May 17–21, Jun 21–25, Jul 26–30, Aug 23–27, Sep 20–24, Oct 25–29, Nov 22–26.
Burkina Faso – Bravia Hotel, Ouagadougou | $1,995 Dates: Apr 12–16, May 24–28, Aug 23–27, Oct 18–22.
Gambia – Prime Atlantic Hotel | $1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Apr 19–23, Jun 7–11, Jul 12–16, Sep 6–10, Nov 8–12.
Botswana – Protea Hotel Gaborone Masa Square | $1,995 Dates: Mar 22–26, Jun 28–Jul 2, Sep 13–17, Nov 15–19, Dec 13–17.
Namibia – Hilton Windhoek | $1,995 Dates: Mar 15–19, Jun 14–18, Aug 23–27, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
Zambia – Royal Livingstone Hotel, Victoria Falls | $1,995 Dates: Mar 1–5, May 3–7, Jul 12–16, Sep 13–17, Nov 1–5, Dec 13–17.
Uganda – Kampala Serena Hotel | $1,995 Dates: Apr 26–30, May 24–28, Jul 5–9, Sep 13–17, Nov 8–12.
REGISTRATION FEE COVERS
Conference participation, airport pick-up and drop-off, training materials, daily lunch and tea breaks, certificate of participation, invitation letter, visa-support documentation, and study visits where included in the programme.
REGISTRATION FEE EXCLUDES
Flights, accommodation, visa fees, travel insurance, and personal expenses.
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