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Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CHPS2)

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
Executive Summary

Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist (CHPS2) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in project planning, delivery and programme management.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CHPS2 holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist
Acronym
CHPS2
Category
Project Management
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 449
Live Virtual
USD 649
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Project Coordinators and Officers
  • Project and Programme Managers
  • PMO and Portfolio Professionals
  • Team and Delivery Leads
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior project, programme and PMO leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex project planning functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement project planning systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to project planning
Global Employability
Qualify for project planning roles across corporates, NGOs, construction, IT and development organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Project Initiation, Scope and Planning
Schedule, Cost and Resource Management
Risk, Quality and Procurement in Projects
Agile, Hybrid and Delivery Approaches
Programme, Portfolio and Benefits Management
Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist
Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Project management principles and lifecycle · Projects, programmes and portfolios · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2)
2
Humanitarian Principles, Needs and Targeting
Humanitarian principles, needs assessment and targeting · Accountability to affected populations and participation · Theory of change and results logic · Participatory rural appraisal and needs assessment
3
Quality control and continuous improvement
Quality control and continuous improvement · Procurement and contract management · Vendor selection and management · Corporate secretarial practice and statutory filings
4
Procurement and contract management
Procurement and contract management · Vendor selection and management · Issue and problem management · Monitoring and policy evaluation
5
Vendor selection and management
Vendor selection and management · Issue and problem management · Integrated risk and quality control · Professional writing: reports, proposals and briefs
6
Issue and problem management
Issue and problem management · Integrated risk and quality control · Programme management principles · Problem definition and analysis
7
Integrated risk and quality control
Integrated risk and quality control · Programme management principles · Portfolio management and prioritisation
8
Inclusion and Culture
Financial inclusion, agency banking and mobile money · Building a coaching culture and an internal coaching function · Coaching in hierarchy and across culture · Safety culture and behaviour
9
Legal and Policy
Legal, cost and feasibility analysis · Regulatory notification and RIDDOR-style reporting · Legal and other requirements · Contractor HSE management and site coordination
10
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Cross-cultural and global inclusion · Global and comparative HR contexts
11
Suppliers and Partners
Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Public versus private procurement · Supply markets and the enabling environment
12
Sustainability
The business case for productivity, quality and sustainability · Corporate social responsibility and community impact · Monitoring, evaluation and sustainability plan · Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices
13
Public and Community Context
Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication · Facilitation, training and public presentation skills · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation
14
Knowledge and Learning
Motivation and self-directed learning · Training needs analysis and learning strategy · Knowledge management and capability building · Employment law, contracts and HR documentation
15
Leadership and Management
The middle manager: managing up, down and across · Crisis leadership and command · Negotiation for managers · Accountability systems and consequence management
16
People and Capability
Bankable proposal development · Quality monitoring and coaching · Proactive engagement and success · Win-back and re-engagement
17
Strategy and Direction
Scaling and growth strategies · IT strategy and business alignment · IT project and portfolio management · Communications strategy and planning
18
Operations and Delivery
Campaign planning and execution · Value addition and processing decisions · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Nutrient management planning and the 4R framework
19
Communication and Influence
Continuous feedback and performance conversations · Safety communication and campaigns · Toolbox talks and safety communication · Influencing and persuasion
20
Change and Innovation
Driving measurable safety improvement · Continuous environmental improvement · Management review and improvement · Ethics and responsible innovation
21
Data and Measurement
Leading and lagging metrics · Investigation methodology and evidence · Data collection and analytics · Predictive safety analytics
22
Financial Acumen
Value proposition design and messaging · Marketing planning and budgeting · Marketing and sales: scope, roles and value · Commercial negotiation and value capture
23
Risk and Governance
Tax administration and compliance · Tax compliance and returns · Ground control and strata management · Underwriting principles and risk selection
24
Stakeholders and Partners
Customer onboarding and lifecycle · Stakeholder mapping in banking · Relationship management and cross-selling · Wealth, SME and corporate relationships
25
Digital and Technology
Automation and safety technology · Emerging-technology evaluation · Blended and hybrid design · Leading remote and hybrid teams
26
Ethics and Integrity
Ethics and professional standards in finance · Ethics and transparency in tax · Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR · HR risk, ethics and the confidentiality boundary
27
Self-Leadership
Communication and interpersonal skills · Digital and self-service transformation · Operational risk and resilience · Building a personal HR development plan
28
People Administration
Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Performance management in service · CRM, sales operations and data discipline
29
Customers and Markets
Funnel and lifecycle marketing · Building strategic customer relationships · Customer success and retention · Customer data platforms and segmentation
30
Projects and Delivery
Driving measurable delivery improvement · Designing the project plan and schedule · Project management plan development · Project data, reporting and analytics

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Humanitarian Principles, Needs and Targeting — applied to your own work
  • Quality control and continuous improvement — applied to your own work
  • Procurement and contract management — applied to your own work
  • Vendor selection and management — applied to your own work
  • Issue and problem management — applied to your own work
  • Integrated risk and quality control — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CHPS2 certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CHPS2?

This certification is ideal for Project Coordinators and Officers, Project and Programme Managers, PMO and Portfolio Professionals and Team and Delivery Leads, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in project planning, delivery and programme management with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CHPS2 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CHPS2 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with PMI/PMBOK, PRINCE2 and recognised project-management standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CHPS2 certification?

The Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CHPS2 certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CHPS2?

The Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CHPS2?

The Certified Humanitarian Protection Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CHPS2 while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CHPS2?

Graduates progress towards senior project, programme and PMO leadership roles. The CHPS2 strengthens your expertise in project planning, delivery and programme management and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, construction, IT and development organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Programme Director
Private Sector

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Project Manager
NGO Sector

I earned my CHPS2 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

PMO Lead
Government
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