Law for the Non-Profit Sector
and Civil Associations
Specialised programmes for associations, civil society institutions and charities covering governance, financial compliance, fundraising and volunteer management under the latest legislation.
Sustainability and Compliance for the Third Sector
- Good governance: Applying transparency and disclosure standards to strengthen donor confidence.
- Financial compliance: Combating money laundering and terrorist financing in charitable work.
- Volunteering: The legal framework for managing volunteers and protecting their rights.
Available Programmes (8)
Governance of Associations and Non-Profit Organisations
4 - 5 daysBuilding effective governance structures, the roles of the board and executive management, and transparency and disclosure standards.
Key topics:
- The financial and administrative soundness standard for associations.
- Governance regulations for the non-profit sector.
- Managing conflicts of interest in charitable organisations.
Combating Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing in the Non-Profit Sector
3 daysProtecting associations from exploitation in financial crime, and compliance with FATF and regulatory requirements.
Key topics:
- Red flags in donations and funding.
- "Know Your Donor" and "Know Your Beneficiary" (KYC) procedures.
- Oversight of cross-border financial transfers.
Legal Controls on Fundraising and Grants
4 daysThe regulatory framework for fundraising campaigns, required licences, and handling international grants.
Key topics:
- Fundraising regulations and rules for online platforms.
- Drafting Grant Agreements.
- Transparency in disbursing donated funds.
The Legal and Regulatory Framework for Volunteering
3 daysVolunteers' rights and duties, volunteering contracts, and managing the risks associated with volunteer activities.
Key topics:
- The Volunteer Work Law and its implementing regulations.
- Civil liability for volunteers' errors.
- Volunteer incentives and volunteering hours.
Financial Sustainability and Investment for Non-profit Associations
4 daysRules for investing association funds, establishing endowments (awqaf), and endowment investment funds.
Key topics:
- The financial regulations for associations and civil institutions.
- Establishing and managing investment endowments.
- Income-generating projects (Social Enterprise).
Development and Social Project Management
5 daysPlanning, implementing and monitoring non-profit projects, measuring social impact (SROI), and writing proposals.
Key topics:
- The development project life cycle (Project Cycle Management).
- Performance indicators for social projects.
- Preparing closing reports for donors.
Managing Legal Affairs in Non-profit Associations
4 daysDrafting internal regulations, employment contracts for staff, and partnership contracts with the private sector.
Key topics:
- The association's articles of association and their amendments.
- Labour relations and social security in the non-profit sector.
- The association's tortious and contractual liability.
Digital Transformation and Data Governance in Associations
3 daysProcess automation, protecting beneficiary and donor data, and compliance with cybersecurity controls.
Key topics:
- Association management systems (ERP) and national platforms.
- Data privacy and protection (PDPL) in charitable work.
- Online campaigns and digital marketing.
Third Sector Experience
We understand the particular nature of charitable and development work, and offer solutions that balance the humanitarian mission with strict legal and administrative compliance.
Request a Training Proposal (for Associations)
Our non-profit sector team is ready to design solutions tailored to your association.
For urgent enquiries:
+966 11 244 2210Associations Training Guide
Contains the programmes and tracks.
Compliance Standards
National Centre
For Developing the Non-profit Sector
Project Mgmt
NGO Management