Essential Interviewing Skills Training Course

Essential Interviewing Skills Training Course

Advanced | 5 days | Face to Face / Online / Elearning | Certificate
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Course Overview

Course Summary
Course Title Essential Interviewing Skills Training Course
Organization Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration 5 days
Target Industries
  • Government and Public Sector
  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs), and Development Agencies
  • Research and Academic Institutions
  • Banking, Finance, and Microfinance Institutions
  • Healthcare and Public Health Sector
Target Job Roles
  • Data Analysts and Statistical Analysts
  • Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officers
  • Researchers and Research Assistants
  • Economists and Policy Analysts
  • Data Scientists and Business Intelligence Analysts
Course Fees (Face-to-Face) USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual) USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Course Overview

This interactive 5-day course by T4D equips HR professionals and line managers with essential interviewing skills for recruitment, appraisals, counseling, disciplinary, and exit interviews. Participants will master structured interview techniques, behavioral questioning, and decision-making frameworks to gather accurate information. Through case studies and practical exercises, you’ll enhance hiring and management outcomes in public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Learn to plan and conduct effective interviews, ensuring organizational success and compliance with HR best practices.

Course Duration

5 Days

Target Audience

  • HR managers and recruiters
  • Line managers and team supervisors
  • Talent acquisition specialists
  • Employee relations officers

Organizational Impact

  • Improved hiring accuracy by up to 20%
  • Enhanced employee retention through effective appraisals
  • Increased compliance in disciplinary processes
  • Better insights from exit interviews for retention strategies

Personal Impact

  • Mastery of diverse interviewing techniques
  • Enhanced career prospects in HR management
  • Increased confidence in conducting interviews
  • Improved decision-making and communication skills

Course Objectives

  • Prepare structured plans for various interview types
  • Apply effective interviewing techniques for accurate data
  • Conduct recruitment and appraisal interviews
  • Manage disciplinary and counseling interviews
  • Analyze exit interviews for organizational insights
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Course Modules

Course Outline

Module 1: Recruitment Interviewing

  • Understanding key interviewing skills
  • Designing structured recruitment interviews
  • Using behavioral and competency-based questions
  • Using STAR method for candidate evaluation
  • Case Study: Conduct a recruitment interview

Module 2: Appraisal Interviewing

  • Preparing for performance appraisal interviews
  • Setting goals and providing feedback
  • Addressing performance gaps constructively
  • Using performance management frameworks
  • Case Study: Plan an appraisal interview

Module 3: Disciplinary Interviewing

  • Structuring disciplinary interviews
  • Ensuring compliance with HR policies
  • Managing sensitive conversations
  • Using disciplinary action templates
  • Case Study: Handle a disciplinary case

Module 4: Counseling Interviewing

  • Conducting supportive counseling interviews
  • Addressing employee concerns empathetically
  • Developing action plans for improvement
  • Using active listening techniques
  • Case Study: Facilitate a counseling session

Module 5: Exit Interviewing

  • Planning and conducting exit interviews
  • Gathering insights for retention strategies
  • Analyzing exit interview data
  • Using exit interview software tools
  • Case Study: Analyze exit interview feedback
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Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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