West African Research and Innovation Management Association.

 +234 8169162153  First Floor Advancement Office, U.I, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

17TH WARIMA Annual Workshops and Conference

Compliance = Quality Research

Theme

Compliance = Quality Research

Sub-themes

Workshop Sessions

Workshop 1

Research Operations and Project Management

Reasons for Attending: Many research projects primarily operate within complex administrative, financial and regulatory environments. For effective research administration, there is an essential requirement of competencies in project planning, coordination, budgeting, compliance and risk management. In response, this workshop creates foundational knowledge on managing full research projects.

Who Should Attend: This workshop is most suited for newly employed and early-career research administrators, including research officers, grant administrators, project assistants, and junior academics needed in project coordination.

Benefits of Attending: Participants acquire practical skills for research project management, financial reporting, compliance, and stakeholder coordination. The workshop maximizes efficiency, accountability and project success.

Workshop 2

Impact Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Systems

Reasons for Attending: Many research funders require evidence of impact and accountability on respective projects. This project thus, equips participants with skills to design impacting projects and how to effectively implement monitoring and evaluation systems.

Who Should Attend:  This workshop is most suitable for mid-career research administrators, programme managers, monitoring and evaluation officers,and academics responsible for outcome reporting.

Benefits of Attending: Candidates attain skills in results-oriented management, impact assessment, and data-driven decision-making which strengthens reporting quality and future funding opportunities.

Workshop 3

Strategic Leadership and Career Development

Reasons for Attending: The development in  research demands strong leadership, strategic planning, and policy alignment. This workshop focuses in developing senior-level leadership and long-term research strategy.

Who Should Attend: The workshop is suitable for  senior research administrators, directors of research, heads of research units, principal investigators  and institutional leaders.

Benefits of Attending: Participants enhance leadership capacity, strategic thinking, and career development, contributing to institutional sustainability and effective research governance.

Workshop 4

Workshop 4: Horizon Europe Framework Programme

Reasons for Attending: Horizon Europe is one of the most competitive international research funding programs. This workshop provides essential knowledge on its structure, funding instruments, and proposal requirements.
Who Should Attend: This workshop is most suitable for mid-career and senior research administrators, grants managers, principal investigators and, research leaders in international collaborations.
Benefits of Attending: Candidates shall acquire knowledge in proposal development, consortium building, and compliance requirements, enhancing institutional competitiveness for international research funding.

Date

11h - 14th May, 2026

Location

West Africa College of Physicians Conference Centre, Abuja, Nigeria.

Accommodation & Nearby Hotels

Casa de Lucy Hotel

585, David Jemibewon Crescent, Apo, off Mobolaji Johnson Road, Gudu, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (1.5km from conference venue)

All rooms are available to Conference and Workshops attendees at a discounted price of ₦60,000.00

Please contact Mrs. Maureen Ada (+234 803 896 8254) to book your room. Kindly indicate that you are attending the WARIMA Conference when making your reservation.

Silver Green Hotel

No. 1 Olaniran Olayinka St, Gudu, Abuja 900110, Federal Capital Territory (1.2km from conference venue)

All rooms are available to Conference and Workshops attendees at a discounted price of ₦60,000.00

Please contact Mrs Sandra (+234 817 941 5259) to book your room. Kindly indicate that you are attending the WARIMA Conference when making your reservation.

West Africa College of Physicians (WACOP) Hotel

Gaduwa District, Plot 160 Rachel T. Owolabi Cl, Gaduwa, Abuja, FCT (Conference venue)

10 rooms are available to Conference and Workshops attendees at a discounted price of ₦60,000.00

Please contact Mr. Gideon (+234 803 711 0599) to book your room. Kindly indicate that you are attending the WARIMA Conference when making your reservation.

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Show Up

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Themes for the Pre-Conference Workshops

Financial Management - Beginner to Intermediate Level

Finance management remains a core component of successful research implementation. Research management professionals are expected to be able to effectively prepare budgets for research projects and also be able to manage these budgets in compliance with funder and institutional financial requirements. This workshop targets new and mid-level professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills in budgeting, financial management and reporting. It will introduce participants to tools, principles and systems that can be used in budgeting.

Research Leadership - Advanced Level

Current trends in research leadership involve a shift towards fostering a culture of innovation, promoting diversity and inclusion, and leveraging technology for strategic planning and communication. Future trends may include a stronger emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, an increased focus on sustainability and social impact, and the integration of data analytics and AI for more informed decision-making in research strategy.