The “Project Manager for International Cooperation” professional training course is designed to equip participants with the skills needed for a highly sought-after role in NGOs.

The course, entirely taught in Italian, follows a technical-practical and highly professionalizing approach, and is led by seasoned humanitarian professionals with extensive field experience worldwide.

The program includes 140 hours of live online classes, conducted Monday through Friday, offering an engaging learning experience facilitated by experienced instructors.

The training, which involves both individual and group learning, is closely monitored and supported by a dedicated Course Coordinator.

To complete the course, participants must pass a final exam covering all module topics, conducted as an online oral interview of approximately 30 minutes.

Course fee: €976. The course is co-financed by COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale, with no reimbursement of expenses during training.

The curriculum covers key areas essential for project management in the international cooperation field:

• The role of the project manager and his or her responsibilities
• The safety of staff in the field and in conflict zones
• The project contract
• Project evaluation and assessment
• Project Cycle Management
• Project management
• External relations, communication and visibility
• Prevention of malpractice in project management
• Project logistics and procurement procedures
• Administrative management and financial audit
• Selection and management of local staff
• Stress & time management

The course is open to individuals interested in pursuing a career in international cooperation as project manager.

Applicants should:

• be fluent in Italian and proficient in French and/or English;
• be at least 23 years old;
• have a background in development studies, economics, international cooperation, political science, or related fields;
• be free from other employment or studies that would conflict with the course schedule;
• demonstrate strong motivation for working in challenging environments, in developing countries with long stays abroad, and willingness to travel;
• be inclined to work in multicultural teams;
• have good ability to cope with potential stress generated by the activities and the work environment;
• be flexible, adaptable, dynamic;
• have organizational, planning and problem-solving skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

The course lasts approximately 140 hours, divided into 18 modules delivered online in asynchronous format, with at least 80% attendance required.

Additionally, there are several hours of asynchronous individual or group work, with an estimated commitment of about 2 hours per day, totaling approximately 6 hours daily (4 synchronous and 2 asynchronous) from Monday to Friday.

A certificate of attendance is awarded upon completion.

Participants who excel in the final exam and are deemed suitable for the role may receive a job offer from COOPI for:

• A junior contract position as a project manager assistant;
• A volunteer position on a project.

The CVs of participants who have successfully completed the course may also be shared with other NGOs networking with COOPI.