Pension Plan and Funds’ Administrator Course
Course Overview
Understand the principles and practices of pension plan administration and fund management.
Learn the regulatory, operational, and fiduciary responsibilities of pension fund administrators.
Explore strategies for managing pension contributions, investments, and withdrawals.
Gain practical knowledge to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and optimal fund performance.
Training Format:In-class, Virtual, In-house
Location:Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Kigali
Language:English, French
Nigeria Price:
₦350000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$5500
Rwanda Price:
$6000
Nigeria Price:₦350000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price:
$4000
Kenya Price:
$4000
Rwanda Price:
$4000
Nigeria Price: ₦350000
Int'l., (Nigeria) Price:
$1000
Ghana Price: $4000
Kenya Price: $4000
Rwanda Price: $4000
Introduction to Pension Plans and Funds Administration
Overview of Pension Systems: Defined benefit, defined contribution, and hybrid schemes.
Key Stakeholders: Employers, employees, pension fund administrators, and regulators.
Objectives of Pension Plans: Retirement security, wealth accumulation, and employee benefits.
Regulatory Framework and Compliance
Local and International Regulations: Pension laws, investment guidelines, and reporting standards.
Roles of Regulatory Bodies: Pension commissions, oversight agencies, and auditors.
Compliance Obligations: Record-keeping, reporting, and fiduciary responsibilities.
Pension Fund Management
Contribution Collection and Accounting: Ensuring accurate remittances and tracking.
Investment Management: Asset allocation, risk-return analysis, and portfolio diversification.
Fund Performance Monitoring: Evaluating returns and benchmarking against standards.
Pension Plan Administration
Member Enrollment and Records Management: Onboarding, maintaining, and updating member data.
Benefits Administration: Retirement, withdrawals, loans, and transfers.
Communication with Members: Transparency and effective information dissemination.
Risk Management in Pension Funds
Operational Risks: Fraud, errors, and process inefficiencies.
Investment Risks: Market volatility, liquidity risk, and credit exposures.
Mitigation Strategies: Internal controls, audits, and insurance coverage.
Claims and Benefits Payment
Pension Claims Processing: Verification, documentation, and approval.
Retirement Benefits Disbursement: Accurate and timely payment of pensions.
Dispute Resolution: Handling complaints, grievances, and regulatory inquiries.
1ST BATCH: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 — Friday, May 1, 2026.
2ND BATCH: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 — Friday, August 21, 2026.
3RD BATCH: Tuesday, December 15, 2026 — Friday, December 18, 2026.
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
