International Training on Implementing Talent Management and Succession Planning

Environmental Capacities and Sustainability (ECAS) Institute

Course Background

Talent management and succession planning are essential for ensuring organizational sustainability,
business continuity, and long-term success. In today’s rapidly evolving work environment,
organizations must attract, retain, and nurture talent while preparing future leaders for key roles.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of workforce planning, leadership development,
performance management, and career progression strategies. Participants will explore best practices
for identifying high-potential employees and developing leadership pipelines.

Course Objectives

Understand talent management principles and best practices

Identify, attract, and retain top talent

Implement effective succession planning frameworks

Enhance workforce productivity through performance management

Assess and develop employee potential

Apply HR analytics in talent decision-making

Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion

Align talent management with organizational goals

What You Will Learn

Workforce planning and talent management strategies

Succession planning models and leadership development programs

Performance management, coaching, and engagement techniques

Identifying high-potential employees and talent pools

Career pathways and professional development approaches

HR technology and people analytics applications

Inclusive workplace culture development

Real-world case studies on leadership transitions

Target Participants

This training is designed for HR professionals, managers, business leaders, executives,
talent acquisition specialists, organizational development practitioners, and entrepreneurs
responsible for workforce planning and leadership development.

Training Style

The course adopts a highly interactive approach including expert-led lectures, group discussions,
case studies, simulations, role-playing, leadership assessments, workshops, and networking sessions.
Participants will also be introduced to digital HR tools and analytics.

Training Modules

NoModuleDetails1Introduction to Talent Management and Succession PlanningTalent strategy, succession planning, workforce trends, global case studies2Workforce Planning and Talent AcquisitionRecruitment strategies, EVP, data analytics, DEI hiring3High-Potential Employee DevelopmentLeadership development, coaching, mentoring, engagement4Succession Planning FrameworksLeadership pipelines, assessment tools, risk management5Employee Performance and Career DevelopmentPerformance systems, IDPs, learning strategies6HR Technology and Data AnalyticsAI in HR, dashboards, KPIs, predictive analytics7Change Management and Leadership TransitionsCommunication, culture change, transition challenges8Sustainable and Inclusive Talent ManagementDEI leadership, CSR, future of work, final project

General Notes

Training manuals and reference materials will be provided

Participants receive a certificate upon completion

Tailor-made courses available for organizations

Contact: info@ecasiafrica.org

About ECAS Institute

The ECAS Institute designs and delivers independent training, research, and consulting services
focused on climate change, resilience building, carbon markets, renewable energy, biodiversity,
agriculture, and food systems. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, ECAS works across Africa and globally.