Course Title: Operational Resilience and the Digitalization of Finance in Kenyan SACCOs

Duration: 5 Days (Full-Time)

Target Group: SACCO CEOs, IT managers, finance and operations managers, compliance officers, internal auditors, and risk management officers.

1. Executive Summary

This 5-day training aims to equip SACCO leaders and technical teams with the knowledge and competencies to strengthen operational resilience while embracing digital transformation in financial operations. Participants will explore how SACCOs can integrate technology, manage cyber and operational risks, and maintain business continuity in an increasingly digital financial ecosystem.

2. Course Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the concept of operational resilience and its relevance to SACCOs.

2. Identify risks and vulnerabilities associated with digital finance.

3. Develop strategies to enhance resilience, continuity, and digital capacity.

4. Strengthen internal control systems to mitigate digital and operational risks.

5. Implement frameworks for secure, compliant, and sustainable digital operations.

3. Expected Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

1. Design operational resilience frameworks tailored to SACCO operations.

2. Manage risks associated with ICT and digital finance platforms.

3. Ensure compliance with regulatory and cybersecurity requirements.

4. Integrate digital tools to enhance efficiency, continuity, and service delivery.

5. Build a culture of resilience and digital readiness in their SACCOs.