Risk Manager or Project Management Consultant

We are looking to hire a Professional Risk Manager or Project Management Consultant (with a good English speaking and writing capability) that can prepare some course material for us as we are having a 2 days course training on Introduction to Risk Management and Intermediate. We have a textbook and case studies to enable the new employee to create the content, also the new employee can recommend any good textbook to use as content as well.

This course is intended for Federal personnel who require risk management skills to manage or participate in projects and programs:
• Project and Program Managers
• Risk Managers
• Project Coordinators
• Project Tea m Me mbers

Pre-requisites: Students should understand the principles and requirements of Federal project management. They do not need to have prior knowledge of risk management or experience as project managers.

Course Requirements: To meet our standards of excellence, which include engaging content, polished design, and a well-executed delivery plan, we will need both Student and Instructor manuals, as well as aligned PowerPoint slides for the following courses:

Outline:
Course 1: Two-Day Risk Management – Introductory
Module One: Risk Management Concepts:
Benefits of project risk management in Federal contexts.
Understanding threats, opportunities, and risk appetite.
Defining risk management standards tailored to Federal projects.
Practical Exercise: Participants will analyze case studies to identify potential risks and opportunities specific to Federal projects, fostering critical thinking and risk awareness.
Module Two: The Risk Management Process:
Exploring risk management levels and hierarchies.
Establishing robust risk management protocols aligned with Federal standards.
Practical Exercise: Participants will collaboratively develop risk management plans for hypothetical Federal projects, integrating industry best practices and regulatory compliance.
Module Three: Risk Management Planning:
Pre-project considerations and planning.
Crafting comprehensive risk management plans.
Preparing for potential issues.
Practical Exercise: Participants will develop risk management plans for hypothetical Federal projects, considering stakeholder requirements, resource constraints, and regulatory compliance.
Module Four: Risk Identification:
Techniques for crafting clear and concise risk descriptions.
Identifying opportunities amidst project uncertainties.
Utilizing various methods to identify potential risks and anticipate their emergence.
Practical Exercise: Through guided exercises, participants will identify and categorize risks associated with specific phases of Federal projects, honing their risk identification skills.
Module Five: Qualitative Risk Analysis:
Setting qualitative risk analysis objectives.
Estimating the probability and impact of identified risks.
Utilizing risk matrices to assess and prioritize risks.
Practical Exercise: Participants will assess the likelihood and consequences of identified risks using qualitative analysis techniques, refining their risk prioritization abilities.
Module Six: Quantitative Risk Analysis:
Objectives and methodologies of quantitative risk analysis.
Valuing risks in terms of monetary and temporal impact.
Practical Exercise: Participants will quantify the potential financial and schedule impacts of identified risks, employing probabilistic models and sensitivity analyses.
Module Seven: Risk Response Planning:
Establishing clear goals for risk response planning.
Designing tailored response strategies to address identified risks.
Allocating resources effectively to implement risk response plans.
Practical Exercise: Participants will develop comprehensive risk response plans for hypothetical scenarios, considering cost-benefit analyses and risk tolerance thresholds.
Module Eight: Monitoring and Control:
Techniques for effective risk monitoring and control.
Conducting regular risk reviews and audits to maintain project control.
Practical Exercise: Participants will create risk monitoring frameworks and develop risk reporting mechanisms to ensure proactive risk management throughout project lifecycles.
Module Nine: Risk Communication and Documentation:
Strategies for effective communication of risks to stakeholders.
Documenting risks and fostering team involvement in risk management processes.
Practical Exercise: Participants will craft communication plans tailored to diverse stakeholder groups, emphasizing clarity, transparency, and actionable insights.


Materials: Student manual and a corresponding Instructor manual, along with a PowerPoint slide deck.
Includes: A classroom project based on NGA-tailored case studies and practical exercises designed to help participants confidently apply their skills to complex project risks.

Course 2: One-Day Risk Management – Intermediate
Pre-requisite: Participants should have a working knowledge of risk management principles and processes. They should have either completed the Introductory Risk Management course or have equivalent skills and knowledge.
Module One: Advanced Tools for Risk Identification:
Utilize risk registers, SWOT analysis, and Delphi technique.
Practical Exercise: Apply advanced risk identification techniques to real-world scenarios by creating risk registers for hypothetical projects.
Module Two: Deep Dive into Risk Analysis Techniques:
Incorporate quantitative elements into risk analysis.
Utilize expected value, probability distributions, and statistical tools.
Practical Exercise: Analyze project risks using quantitative methods to estimate potential impact and probability.
Module Three: Dynamic Risk Mitigation Strategies:
Establish project-specific risk thresholds and scalable planning methods.
Practice real-time risk monitoring and responsive action planning.
Practical Exercise: Develop dynamic risk mitigation strategies for hypothetical projects, considering changing project conditions.
Module Four: Effective Risk Communication Strategies:
Identify stakeholder types and develop clear communication plans.
Employ techniques for simplifying complex risk information.
Practical Exercise: Role-play stakeholder meetings to effectively communicate identified risks and proposed mitigation strategies.
Module Five: Integrating Risk Management into Project Management:
Balance risk management with other project management disciplines.
Ensure alignment of risk management results with project goals and KPIs.
Practical Exercise: Align risk and project management strategies by developing integrated risk management plans for sample projects.

Materials: Student manual and a corresponding Instructor manual, along with a PowerPoint slide deck.
Includes: A classroom project incorporating NGA-tailored case studies and exercises to further enhance students' ability to tackle advanced risk identification and management challenges.

End of course learning outcome:
At conclusion of training, students will see noticeable increases in their knowledge, skills, and abilities, empowering them to:
• Choose and utilize appropriate risk identification techniques for a project or program
• Perform detailed risk analysis based on value, probability, and distribution
• Create a dynamic risk mitigation approach to meet a project’s needs throughout its life cycle
• Clearly communicate risks to project stakeholders
• Integrate risk management practices into a broader project management strategy


Module Format: Each module should include:
1. Introduction
2.Activity/Quiz
3.Case Study