The MDFC Staff Retreat held in Nyamata spanned two days, focusing on team building, grant writing, project planning, and enhancing reporting systems. The retreat aimed to strengthen staff cohesion and enhance organizational effectiveness through targeted capacity-building sessions.
MDFC Staff Retreat was a timely and meaningful mid-year reflection, providing an opportunity for self-assessment, reconnection, and capacity building. The retreat focused on fostering team cohesion, strengthening communication, and enhancing organizational effectiveness through targeted sessions on project planning, financial management, and reporting systems.
Team-building exercises led by Dr. Serge emphasized collaboration and effective teamwork, while sessions on project planning and proposal writing, facilitated by Dr. Claude and Richard, highlighted key principles such as
project uniqueness, impact, and strategic alignment. MDFC Finance Officer, Job Junior, discussed organizational challenges in financial management and sustainability, providing insights on how to learn from these challenges and implement practical solutions.
This retreat was a valuable opportunity for MDFC staff to reflect on their contributions, reconnect with organizational goals, and enhance their skills. The outcomes included strengthened teamwork, improved communication, and increased preparedness to manage ongoing and upcoming projects, positioning MDFC for continued success and impact.