Introduction to Coporate Responsibility
Master Class for
SIMPACT
1.Introduction to Coporate Responsibility
Build a Foundation. Step into leadership
This session prepares participants to understand the evolving world of sustainability and ESG. Learn how roles differ across sectors, explore key practices, and develop essential leadership and time management skills.
Key Take aways
- ESG principles and evolving global standards
- The role of corporate responsibility across sectors
- Horizon scanning, sustainability leadership & time planning
2. Stakeholders & Partnerships
Sustainability is a team sport.
This masterclass explores how to map, engage, and collaborate with stakeholders — from governments and NGOs to communities and investors. Learn the art of influence, diplomacy, and communication.
Key Take aways
- Stakeholder analysis and engagement strategies
- Managing partnerships for long-term impact
- Delivering collaborative projects with shared value
3. Sustainability Strategy & Risk Management
Make strategy your superpower.
Understand how to design robust sustainability strategies aligned with SDGs and business priorities. Learn how to manage reputational and operational risks through data, KPIs, and materiality assessments.
Key Take aways
- Crafting data-driven sustainability strategies
- Materiality, risk mapping, and global alignment
- Monitoring performance through meaningful KPIs
4. Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Education for Engagement
Inspire. Educate. Embed change.
Learn how to use education as a tool to foster behavioral change and organizationalculture. This session covers how to design effective sustainability training for staff, teams, and partners.
Key Take aways
- Designing and delivering sustainability workshops
- Training engagement techniques
- Metrics for evaluating learning success
5. Data Management, Reporting, and Assurance
Because what gets measured gets managed.
This masterclass equips you to collect, manage, and report ESG data with clarity and compliance. Discover how to communicate impact credibly, meet audit standards, and prepare for assurance reviews.
Key Take aways
- ESG data systems and reporting frameworks
- Preparing for assurance and external review
- Communicating performance to stakeholders
6. Money Matters – Budgets & Fundraising
Do more with less — and raise what you need.
Gain financial confidence with tools to manage project budgets and raise funds from partners and donors. Learn to align financial plans with ESG outcomes and ethical fundraising codes.
Key Take aways
- Budgeting for sustainability initiatives
- Fundraising techniques and partnership alignment
- Building finance into project design
7. Change & Project Management
From ideas to action.
Delivering on sustainability means navigating change and complexity. This masterclass covers how to manage projects and people to achieve your goals — and prepares participants for final project presentations.
Key Take aways
- Sustainability-aligned project planning
- Leading change and stakeholder buy-in
- Tracking and showcasing implementation success
Learning Format
100% Virtual:
accessible anywhere in Africa.
Duration:
Duration: 90–120 minutes per session
Includes:
Live expert-led sessions + Q&A + downloadable toolkits
Recordings:
Recordings available on-demand
Certificate:
Certificate of Participation awarded upon completion
