Leadership Skills for Public Sector and Government Managers
Leading in the public sector means delivering results within tight rules, political pressures and intense public scrutiny. This course develops the leadership skills managers in government departments, municipalities and state entities need to serve citizens effectively. It addresses the distinct realities of public administration in Africa, from constrained budgets to accountability demands and the pressure to deliver visible impact.
What you will be able to do
Lead effectively within the constraints of public sector rules and structures.
Motivate public servants toward a genuine service delivery mindset.
Balance political pressures with professional and ethical leadership.
Drive performance and accountability within a government team.
Manage limited resources to deliver measurable results for citizens.
Model the integrity and public trust that the sector depends on.
Course outline
01The Public Sector Leadership Context
02Leading Within Rules and Structures
03Building a Service Delivery Mindset
04Balancing Political and Professional Demands
05Performance and Accountability in Government
06Delivering Results With Limited Resources
07Integrity and Public Trust
08Your Public Leadership Development Plan
Who should attend
This course is designed for managers, directors and supervisors in government departments, municipalities, agencies and state owned entities.
Dates, venues and fees
Dates
Venue
Days
Fee
Calendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026
Dar es Salaam
3
US$1,500
24 to 26 Aug 2026
Pretoria
3
R13,000
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026
Cape Town
3
R13,000
14 to 16 Sep 2026
Online
3
US$900
21 to 23 Sep 2026
Mozambique
3
US$1,500
28 to 30 Sep 2026
Cairo
3
US$1,500
5 to 7 Oct 2026
Accra
3
US$1,500
12 to 14 Oct 2026
Lusaka
3
US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026
Kigali
3
US$1,500
26 to 28 Oct 2026
Nairobi
3
US$1,500
2 to 4 Nov 2026
Durban
3
R13,000
9 to 11 Nov 2026
Johannesburg
3
R13,000
23 to 25 Nov 2026
Mauritius
3
US$1,500
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026
Dubai
3
US$1,500
7 to 9 Dec 2026
Lagos
3
US$1,500
14 to 16 Dec 2026
Harare
3
US$1,500
21 to 23 Dec 2026
Kampala
3
US$1,500
Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.