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Leadership of clusters requires a shift in mindset and practice from a directive leadership approach to a collaborative approach. The cluster coordinator’s ability to lead and coordinate will depend on the trust and relationships that s/he can build and the services or value that s/he can provide to cluster members.

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Explain the importance and implications of leadership styles in humanitarian coordination. 
  • Describe the concept of consensus-building in the context of cluster coordination.

Audience

This module is an introductory-level course aimed at anyone who is interested in developing skills and knowledge in nutrition cluster coordination in humanitarian contexts, and who needs to engage with humanitarian architecture on this topic. It is part of the recommended learning path for sub-national nutrition cluster coordinators aiming to progress to national-level roles.

Length

It should take you about 15 minutes to complete this self-paced course. 

Methodology

This course is composed of a single short self-paced animated module, including various examples and activities. 

Structure

Introduction

Lesson 1: Introduction to leadership styles for humanitarian coordination
5 mins

Lesson 2: Introduction to consensus building for cluster leadership
10 mins

Summary

Contact details

For technical issues, you can contact https://www.nutritioncluster.net/Ask_question