Personal and Business Competencies

ISO 26000 Lead Implementer (ISO 26000 Lead Implementer)

ISO 26000 Lead Implementer training provides you with the knowledge you need to support your organization in implementing and integrating corporate social responsibility (CSR) principles based on the ISO 26000 guidelines. During this training, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the principles and key themes of social responsibility and learn how to develop and implement initiatives that align with your organization's goals and values.

Issues

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
ISO 26000 standard
Seven principles of social responsibility
Organizational governance
Human rights
Labor practices
Environment
Fair operating practices
Consumer issues
Community engagement and local development
Stakeholder identification
Social reporting

Benefits

Master the basic principles and concepts of social responsibility according to ISO 26000
They will gain skills to implement social responsibility initiatives
Acquire knowledge to advise organizations on CSR best practices
They will learn how to evaluate and communicate the results of social responsibility activities

Who is this training for?

CSR/ESG managers and consultants

PR and corporate communications specialists

People responsible for sustainable development in the organization

Professionals looking to integrate social responsibility into business operations

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of strategic and operational management
Knowledge of the basics of corporate communications
Experience in project management
Analytical and planning skills

Training program

Introduction to ISO 26000 — purpose, scope, standard structure, difference between ISO 26000 (guidelines) and certification standards
Social responsibility context — CSR concept development, relationship with ESG, Agenda 2030 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Seven principles of social responsibility — accountability, transparency, ethical conduct, respect for stakeholder interests, rule of law, respect for international norms, respect for human rights
Stakeholder identification and engagement — stakeholder mapping, expectation analysis, stakeholder dialogue, relationship building
Role of the Lead Implementer — competencies, responsibilities, cooperation with top management
Organizational context analysis — internal and external factors affecting social responsibility, value chain

Organizational governance — decision-making structures and processes supporting social responsibility, leadership and organizational culture
Human rights — due diligence, risk situations, avoiding complicity, discrimination, economic and social rights
Labor practices — employment and labor relations, working conditions and social protection, social dialogue, OHS, employee development
The environment — pollution prevention, sustainable resource use, climate change mitigation, biodiversity protection
Interrelationships between subjects — interdependencies and conflicts between core subjects, holistic approach
Case study: analyzing an organization's actions in the areas of governance, human rights, labor practices and environment

Fair operating practices — anti-corruption, responsible political engagement, fair competition, value chain responsibility
Consumer issues — fair marketing, health and safety protection, sustainable consumption, service and dispute resolution, data protection
Community involvement and development — social investments, job creation, technology development, education, health
Integrating social responsibility into the organization — building a CSR vision and strategy, setting priorities, planning initiatives
Developing an implementation plan — objectives, indicators, timeline, resources, budget, assigning responsibilities
Practical exercises: developing a CSR strategy and implementation plan for an organization

Implementing social responsibility initiatives — CSR project delivery, change management, building employee awareness
Communicating social responsibility — CSR/ESG reporting (GRI Standards, CSRD), stakeholder communication, transparency and credibility
Monitoring and measuring results — KPIs for CSR initiatives, data collection, effectiveness analysis
Review and improvement — evaluating results against objectives, identifying areas for improvement, updating CSR strategy
Best practices — case studies of organizations effectively implementing ISO 26000, benchmarking
Case study: preparing a CSR report and communicating results to stakeholders

Summary of ISO 26000 guidelines — review of 7 principles, 7 core subjects, key exam topics
PECB certification process — requirements, certification pathway, certificate maintenance
Review of exam scenarios — question analysis, answer strategies, time management
Mock exam — simulation of the PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Implementer exam
Mock exam results discussion — error analysis, explanation of difficult topics
PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Implementer certification exam (optional)

Delivery Methods

Online

Convenience of participating from anywhere
Interactive live sessions with trainer
Materials available for 30 days
No travel costs

On-site

Direct contact with trainer and group
Intensive hands-on workshops
Networking with other participants
Full focus on learning

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for this training?

For ISO 26000 Lead Implementer (ISO 26000 Lead Implementer) we recommend: Basic knowledge of strategic and operational management; Knowledge of the basics of corporate communications; Experience in project management.

What is the format and duration of this training?

The training lasts 5 days and is available in online and on-site format. Sessions run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We can also customize the schedule to fit your team's needs.

Who is this training designed for?

This training is designed for: CSR/ESG managers and consultants; PR and corporate communications specialists; People responsible for sustainable development in the organization.