Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Cash and Voucher Assistance

• Exploring CVA principles and objectives
• Comparing cash vs. voucher assistance
• Analyzing CVA advantages and challenges
• Using CaLP guidelines for CVA
• Case Study: Evaluate a CVA program’s feasibility

Module 2: Needs Assessment and Program Design

• Conducting CVA needs assessments
• Analyzing market functionality and risks
• Selecting delivery mechanisms and transfer values
• Using ODK for needs assessments
• Case Study: Design a cash transfer program

Module 3: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Best Practices

• Setting up monitoring and evaluation frameworks
• Establishing KPIs for CVA programs
• Reviewing successful CVA case studies
• Using KoBoToolbox for data collection
• Case Study: Evaluate a CVA program’s impact

Module 4: Financial Partnerships and Risk Management

• Engaging banks and mobile money operators
• Identifying and mitigating CVA risks
• Ensuring compliance with financial standards
• Using M-Pesa for cash transfers
• Case Study: Partner with a financial provider

Module 5: Accountability, Contextual Applications, and Practical Exercises

• Ensuring accountability to beneficiaries
• Adapting CVA for emergencies and development
• Conducting hands-on CVA simulations
• Using RedRose for CVA management
• Case Study: Address protection in a CVA program