CITIES FORUM ACADEMY ONSITE EXECUTIVE PROGRAMME
G2. Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Achieving Financial Close, Contract Management and Hand back
This executive program is designed for senior officials and PPP Committee members from the Government of Kenya, including the National Treasury and PPP Directorate. The course will strengthen leadership, governance, and project delivery capabilities through global exposure to Public–Private Partnership (PPP) models and international best practices. Participants will gain practical knowledge through a blend of classroom sessions, case study workshops, and site visits.
Language
English
Starting date
1 December 2025 to 10 December 2025
Format
In Person
Duration
8 Days64 Hours
Number of modules
24 Sessions
Location
Dubai, UAE
When designed and managed effectively, Public–Private Partnerships play a critical role in advancing national development priorities and strengthening resilient, well-governed infrastructure systems.
Equitable Partnerships
Strong public private collaboration is essential for delivering sustainable and inclusive development. Effective PPPs help governments expand infrastructure services, improve quality, and close investment gaps across all sectors.
Source: WAPPP Making PPPs fit the 2030 Agenda - 2021
People-Centred PPP Outcomes
Well structured PPPs enhance access and equity in service delivery, support economic efficiency, strengthen climate resilience, and promote long-term value for money. Successful projects encourage replication and require active stakeholder engagement throughout the lifecycle.
Source: UNECE - 2019
Role of the Private Sector
Engaging the private sector strategically increases investment capacity, enhances innovation, and improves operational performance. A well-managed PPP framework strengthens resilience, ensures sustainable service delivery, and supports improved outcomes for citizens.
Source: World Bank 2018
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What you will learn
Deep understanding of the PPP lifecycle, including project development, financial close, contract management, and handback.
Insights from global case studies and site visits to understand how successful PPPs are structured, financed, and managed in practice.
Practical skills in interpreting PPP contracts, managing risks, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance during construction and operations.
Ability to evaluate PPP bankability, value for money, and long-term performance to strengthen decision-making within Kenya’s PPP framework.
What's included?
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8 Days
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24 Sessions
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5 Use Cases
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One Day of Site Visits
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Interactive Sessions
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5 Expert tutors
Become an expert
Develop the essential knowledge and skills to implement PPPs in cities across the globe.
Be guided by sector experts
What topics will you cover?
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Your learning journey
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Practical, Real-World Insights
Experience a hands-on learning journey built around real PPP case studies, project examples, and sessions led by global experts with deep implementation experience.
Engagement with PPP Leaders
Benefit from direct interaction with practitioners, advisors, and senior decision-makers, enabling you to build meaningful professional networks across the PPP ecosystem.
Interactive and Immersive Sessions
Participate in scenario-based exercises, group discussions, and site visits that bring PPP concepts to life and deepen your understanding of contract management and project oversight.
Completion Certification
Receive an official Certificate of Completion from Cities Forum Academy, recognising your participation in this executive program and your enhanced capability in PPP delivery.
Who is the course aimed at
Public Sector Executives & Project Leaders
PS-level leadership, DGs, CEOs, and project sponsors seeking to strengthen governance, negotiation capability, and implementation oversight.
Specialised Functional Units
Heads and technical officers in procurement, legal, finance, commercial, technical, and contract management roles who support PPP delivery.
Government Authorities & PPP Directorate Teams
Officials from National Treasury, ministries, agencies and counties involved in developing, procuring, financing, and managing PPPs.
THE COURSE WOULD BE RUN BY CITIES FORUM AND INDUSTRY EXPERTS
Meet the Course Key Contacts
Shailendra Kaushik
Co-Founder of Cities Forum and Urban Infrastructure and PPP Sector Expert
Mona Bhardwaj
Executive Ditector of Cities Forum UAE and Cities Sector Expert
Prakash Gaur
Ex CEO National Highways Logistics Management Company of India and Head Asia, PPP CITIES FORUM
Raj Dabburi
Managing Partner PPP, CITIES FORUM
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