Training Presentation Materials: Budgeting for Research (11th June 2026)

Thank you for organizing this session and sharing the presentation! Kevin Kiiru did a fantastic job—framing the budget as an alternative narrative for the project was a great takeaway. Excited to keep the conversation going here in the CoP!

Budgeting in grant writing always poses a challeng to me. I am happy that I joined this training. Thank you Kevin foryour valuable insights on this

Desmond Angira wrote:
Dear all,

Thank you for participating in the facilitated training session on "Budgeting For Research" held on 11th June 2026.
To support continued learning and reference, the PowerPoint presentation used during the session has been uploaded to this Community of Practice (CoP). Participants are encouraged to review the presentation materials, reflect on the key discussions, and continue engaging with colleagues through the platform.

We are pleased to share this comprehensive presentation on Budgeting for Research , delivered by Kevin Kiiru .
A well-constructed budget is far more than a simple financial document. It serves as an alternative way to express your project's narrative, acts as a statement of your credibility, and is a crucial tool that must align seamlessly with both funder goals and internal organizational requirements.
This session guides you through the entire lifecycle of grant proposal budgeting.

Costing the Components: Identifying the core components of a research budget and how to accurately cost them.

Navigating Complexities: Handling indirect cost strategies and other critical budgetary considerations.

Maximizing Impact: Applying "Value for Money" principles to your planning

 The training on budgeting for research has significantly assisted me in strengthening my grant applications by improving my understanding of how to develop realistic, strategic, and well-aligned budgets. I now appreciate that a research budget is not only a financial plan but also a reflection of the project's feasibility, credibility, and alignment with funder expectations. The insights on costing, indirect costs, and value-for-money principles have been particularly useful in enhancing the quality and competitiveness of my proposals. I appreciate the opportunity to continue learning and engaging through this Community of Practice.

Thankyou for sharing