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ESG and Green Public Financial Management Sustainability And The Transition To Net Zero

Overview:

Introduction:

The program explores strategies for promoting green public financial management (GPFM) and achieving a net-zero emissions future. Designed for experienced managers, the course equips you with the strategic vision and practical tools to lead and implement high-performing work systems across your organization. This 10-day intensive course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to integrate ESG principles into public financial practices.

Program Objectives

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

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of ESG principles and their application to public finance.

  • Develop expertise in green public financial management (GPFM) strategies and tools.

  • Learn how to assess and manage ESG risks and opportunities within public institutions.

  • Develop skills for integrating climate finance considerations into public financial planning and budgeting.

  • Master strategies for mobilizing financial resources to support the transition to Net Zero.

  • Design and implement effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks for ESG and GPFM initiatives.

Target Audience:

  • Government officials responsible for finance, budgeting, and policy-making

  • Public finance professionals, including budget analysts, financial managers, and accountants.

  • Sustainability and climate change specialists working for government agencies.

  • Development practitioners involved in public finance management reform initiatives.

  • Professionals in NGOs and civil society organizations working on ESG and sustainability issues.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:Introduction to ESG and Public Financial Management

  • ESG in the Public Sector: Understanding the growing importance of ESG factors in public finance decision-making.

  • The Public Finance Landscape: Exploring the key components of public financial management systems.

  • Integrating ESG Principles into Public Finance: Identifying pathways to incorporate ESG considerations into budgeting, procurement, and investment processes.

  • Stakeholder Engagement and Transparency: Developing effective stakeholder engagement strategies and promoting transparency in ESG and GPFM initiatives.

Unit 2: Green Public Financial Management (GPFM) Frameworks

  • Defining Green Public Financial Management: Understanding the core principles and objectives of GPFM.

  • Environmental Budgeting and Expenditure Management: Developing environmental budgeting frameworks and integrating climate considerations into public spending decisions.

  • Green Public Procurement: Implementing green procurement practices prioritizing sustainability criteria in public sector purchasing.

  • Green Public Investment: Exploring strategies for directing public investments towards climate-friendly infrastructure and low-carbon projects.

Unit 3: Assessing ESG Risks and Opportunities

  • Identifying ESG Risks in Public Finance: Understanding various ESG risks, such as climate change impacts, social inequalities, and environmental degradation.

  • ESG Risk Assessment Tools and Methodologies: Learning about frameworks and methodologies for assessing ESG risks within public financial management.

  • Managing ESG Risks and Building Resilience: Developing strategies for mitigating ESG risks and building resilience in public finances.

  • Identifying and Seizing ESG Opportunities: Exploring potential ESG opportunities for cost savings, improved efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

Unit 4: Climate Finance and Public Financial Management

  • The Global Climate Finance Landscape: Understanding international climate finance mechanisms and their role in supporting public sector climate action.

  • Mobilizing Public Resources for Climate Change: Exploring strategies for integrating climate finance considerations into national and local budgets.

  • Public-Private Partnerships for Climate Action: Learning about utilizing public-private partnerships to mobilize additional resources for climate-related investments.

  • Green Bonds and Other Sustainable Finance Instruments: Exploring green bonds, climate bonds, and other financial instruments for funding green projects.

Unit 5: Transitioning to Net Zero: Financial Strategies

  • The Paris Agreement and Net Zero Goals: Understanding the international framework for achieving net zero emissions and its implications for public financial management.

  • Financial Modeling for Net Zero Transitions: Learning to utilize financial modeling tools to assess the economic costs and benefits of achieving net zero.

  • Carbon Pricing and Fiscal Policies: Exploring the role of carbon pricing and other fiscal policy instruments in promoting a transition to net zero.

  • Just Transition and Equitable Outcomes: Ensuring a just transition towards a net-zero economy that considers social equity and inclusivity.

Unit 6: Measuring and Reporting on ESG and GPFM

  • Developing ESG and GPFM Performance Indicators: Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress on ESG and GPFM objectives.

  • ESG Reporting Frameworks for Public Institutions: Understanding leading ESG reporting frameworks for public entities, including GRI and SASB.

  • Monitoring and Evaluation of ESG and GPFM Initiatives: Developing effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the impact of ESG and GPFM

Unit 7: Leadership for Work Systems Innovation

  • Leadership Strategies for Fostering Innovation: Building and fostering a culture of innovation within teams to continuously improve and develop new work systems.

  • The Future of Work and Emerging Technologies: Exploring how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) will impact future work systems development.

  • Work Systems and Organizational Transformation: Integrating work systems development initiatives with broader organizational change strategies for a holistic approach.

  • Case Studies and Best Practices in Work Systems Development: Learning from successful real-world examples of work systems development and innovation.

  • Course Wrap-up, Q&A Session, and Certificate of Completion.

Unit 8: Implementing Work Systems Effectively

  • Project Management Principles for Work Systems Development: Utilizing advanced project management methodologies specifically tailored for work system development initiatives.

  • Communication Strategies for Change Management: Developing effective communication strategies for all stakeholders throughout the implementation process.

  • Work Systems Training and User Adoption Techniques: Crafting effective training programs and utilizing strategies to ensure widespread user adoption of new work systems.

  • Risk Management and Mitigation Strategies: Identifying potential risks associated with work system implementation and developing mitigation strategies to address them.

  • Project Monitoring and Evaluation Techniques: Implementing advanced project monitoring and evaluation techniques to track progress, measure key performance indicators (KPIs), and identify areas for improvement.

Unit 9: Designing High-Performing Work Systems

  • User-Centered Design Thinking: Incorporating user needs, feedback, and behavior patterns into work systems design and user interfaces.

  • Advanced Process Optimization Strategies: Identifying and implementing advanced process optimization strategies like process simplification, standardization, and waste elimination.

  • Lean Six Sigma for Work Systems: Applying Lean Six Sigma principles to eliminate waste, optimize value delivery, and improve overall work system flow.

  • Work System Automation and Advanced Technologies: Exploring advanced automation technologies such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI) for work system tasks.

  • Change Management and Stakeholder Engagement Strategies: Developing comprehensive change management plans for user adoption, minimizing resistance, and ensuring successful implementation.

Unit 10: Advanced Work Systems Development Frameworks

  • Exploring Advanced Methodologies: Delving into frameworks like Lean Six Sigma, Business Process Reengineering (BPR), and Agile Development for advanced work systems development.
  • Process Mapping and Analysis Techniques: Mastering advanced techniques for process mapping, analyzing workflows, and identifying inefficiencies.
  • Work Systems Design Principles: Exploring advanced design principles for creating workflows, user interfaces, and task automation for optimal user experience.
  • Integration with Technology Solutions: Strategically integrating various technologies like automation tools, data analytics platforms, and collaboration software within work systems.
  • Data Analytics for Work Systems: Utilizing data analytics tools for data-driven decision-making, performance measurement, and continuous improvement.

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