The ERMP is a 5-day intensive program that provides public sector officials with the tools and frameworks necessary to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could hinder the achievement of institutional goals. It aligns with the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act of 2012 and Treasury Circulars, which mandate all public institutions to implement robust risk management strategies and fraud prevention mechanisms.
About the Course
Aim of the Course
The primary aim of the ERMP is to institutionalize a culture of risk awareness and proactive management within the public service. It seeks to equip participants with the capacity to integrate risk management into strategic planning, decision-making, and performance management to ensure the sustainable delivery of public services.
Target Audience
The program is intended for: ChieThe program is tailored for high-level decision-makers and officers with oversight or operational responsibilities, including: Executive Leadership: Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Directors. Oversight Bodies: Audit and Risk Committee members. Professional Officers: Legal Officers, Internal Audit professionals, and Risk Officers. Departmental Heads: Leads in Finance, Accounts, Procurement, Human Resources and ICT. Field Officers: Any officer undertaking risk management roles within National or County governments.
Learning Outcomes
- Establish Frameworks: Develop and implement customized Risk Management Policies and Frameworks based on ISO 31000 standards.
- Identify & Analyze Risks: Systematically identify potential events that may affect the achievement of objectives and evaluate them within the context of entity-specific criteria.
- Improve Decision-Making: Use risk data to allocate resources more effectively and enhance the quality of management decisions.
- Ensure Compliance: Meet the legal and regulatory requirements set out by the National Treasury, the PFM Act, and the Mwongozo Code of Governance.
- Mitigate Losses: Develop "Plan B" and "Plan C" strategies to minimize financial, strategic, and operational losses.
- Reporting & Accountability: Establish clear roles and responsibilities for risk ownership and maintain comprehensive Risk Registers for quarterly reporting.
Mode of Delivery
Available delivery modes across campuses:
On Campus
Duration: 1 Week
Campuses
Select your preferred campus to view schedules and apply:
Mombasa
Oct 13 - Oct 17, 2025
Schedule 1
Completed
Start Date
Oct 13, 2025
End Date
Oct 17, 2025
Mode
On Campus
Residential
KES 79,576
Non-Residential
KES 44,774
Schedule 2
Completed
Start Date
Mar 09, 2026
End Date
Mar 13, 2026
Mode
On Campus
Residential
KES 79,576
Non-Residential
KES 44,774
Admission Criteria
Candidates must meet the minimum entry requirements as specified by the Kenya School of Government.
Language of Instruction: English
