Public Sector Leadership Excellence

Date and Time

Date: Feb 23-27, 2026, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Venue

Kigali, Rwanda.

Overview

The Public Sector Leadership Excellence Training Program is designed to equip public sector leaders with the skills, mindset, and tools required to deliver effective leadership, ethical governance, and high-quality public service in complex and dynamic environments.

The program focuses on strategic leadership, policy implementation, accountability, performance management, and citizen-centered service delivery, enabling participants to lead reforms, improve institutional performance, and strengthen public trust

Learning Objectives

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate effective leadership in public sector contexts

• Apply ethical and accountable governance practices

• Translate policies into results-oriented programs

• Improve public service performance and delivery

• Lead change and innovation in government institutions

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Training Benefits

Participants and institutions will gain:

• Enhanced leadership effectiveness and confidence

• Stronger ethical leadership and accountability

• Improved policy implementation and service delivery

• Better stakeholder engagement and public trust

• Practical tools for managing public sector challenges

• Increased capacity to lead reforms and transformation

Who Should Attend

• This program is ideal for:
• • Senior and middle-level public sector officials
• • County and national government leaders
• • Heads of departments and agencies
• • State corporation and parastatal managers
• • Policy makers and implementation officers
• • Public sector project and program managers
• • Leaders in public service institutions

Workshop Outline / Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Public Sector Leadership

• Nature and context of public sector leadership

• Leadership roles and responsibilities

• Public value and service ethics

Module 2: Ethical Leadership & Integrity

• Ethics and integrity in public service

• Managing conflicts of interest

• Accountability and transparency

Module 3: Governance & Institutional Effectiveness

• Public sector governance frameworks

• Roles of oversight institutions

• Strengthening institutional capacity

Module 4: Strategic Leadership & Visioning

• Strategic thinking in government

• Visioning and long-term planning

• Aligning strategy with national priorities

Module 5: Policy Formulation & Implementation

• Policy development processes

• Translating policy into action

• Managing policy implementation challenges

Module 6: Performance Management in the Public Sector

• Results-based management

• Performance contracts and KPIs

• Monitoring and reporting

Module 7: Financial Stewardship & Public Resource Management

• Public finance management principles

• Budget oversight and accountability

• Value for money

Module 8: Human Capital Leadership

• Leading and managing public servants

• Talent management and capacity building

• Performance and discipline

Module 9: Stakeholder & Citizen Engagement

• Citizen-centered service delivery

• Public participation and engagement

• Managing stakeholder expectations

Module 10: Change Management & Public Sector Reform

• Leading reform initiatives

• Managing resistance to change

• Institutional transformation

Module 11: Risk Management & Compliance

• Identifying public sector risks

• Compliance and regulatory oversight

• Managing crises and uncertainty

Module 12: Innovation & Digital Government

• Innovation in public service

• E-government and digital transformation

• Leveraging technology for service delivery

Module 13: Communication & Leadership Presence

• Leadership communication skills

• Media and public communication

• Managing public narratives

Module 14: Crisis Leadership & Resilience

• Leadership during crises and emergencies

• Building resilient institutions

• Decision-making under pressure

Module 15: Capstone – Public Sector Leadership Action Plan

• Case studies and simulations

• Development of institutional leadership action plans

• Presentations and peer feedback

Facilitator

GLI Certified Trainers

Investment / Fees

• Standard Fee: USD 1250 per participant
• Includes training materials, lunch, tea/coffee breaks, and certificate.

Registration Deadline

Feb 21,2026

How to Register

• Register here: https://www.leadership.rw/register/ or click “Register/Apply to Attend”.
• Then, payment details will be shown/visible & automatically emailed to you.
• Once payment is received, you’ll get a confirmation & pre-read pack 1 week before the workshop.
• Need help? Call +250 738 713 619‬ (9 AM–5 PM EAT).

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