Governance and Ethics Hub
Transforming
Governance in East Africa: The Governance and Ethics Hub
The Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICS) is proud to introduce its most ambitious project yet—the Governance and Ethics Hub. Located at the CPS Governance Centre, Upper Hill, Nairobi, this eight-story facility will serve as a centre of excellence for governance and ethics in East Africa.
About
the Governance and Ethics Hub
The Hub is designed to address the urgent need for ethical
leadership and robust governance in the region. It will provide world-class
facilities to nurture professionals, foster innovation, and promote sustainable
practices. Set on 1.0015 acres of prime land owned by ICS, the Hub symbolizes
our commitment to building a sustainable future.
Core Features: The facility will provide a diverse range of services and spaces, including:
Certified Secretaries Training: A dedicated space for delivering Certified Secretaries courses, enhancing access to high-quality governance education.
- Continuous
Professional Development (CPD) Center: Affordable
in-house facilities to host workshops, seminars, and regular training
sessions.
- Multi-Use Event Spaces: Flexible rooms equipped with modern audiovisual tools for hosting conferences, seminars, and meetings.
- Tailored Training Programs: Specialized in-house programs for boards, stakeholders, and organizations across sectors.
- Mentorship and Internship Support: Dedicated spaces to enhance our Governance and Ethics Mentorship and Internship Program (GEMIP), fostering the next generation of leaders.
- Business Incubation and Modelling: Support for startups and innovative ventures in governance and ethics.

Proposed 8 - storey Governance and Ethics Hub
Phased Construction
- The
Governance and Ethics Hub will be developed in two phases:
a) Phase 1:
· Covers the Ground and 1st Floor
· Budget: KES 82.9 million
· Current Status: In progress with finishing works
· Expected Completion Date: December 2024
b) Phase 2:
· Covers the 2nd to 7th Floors
· Budget: KES 233 million
· Scheduled to Begin: Post completion of Phase 1
· Expected Ready for Occupation: December 2026
c) Space Allocation:
· Rental Floor Space: 768 sqm (3 floors)
· ICPSK Office Floor Space: 256 sqm (1 floor)
· Common Areas Floor Space: 256 sqm
· Training Floor Space: 985 sqm (remaining space)
- Current Progress
- All necessary approvals for the project
have been obtained for the first phase of the project. Construction commenced
in February 2024, with the First Milestone Celebrations held on April 16, 2024 following
the completion of preliminary works and construction of the foundation.
As of the date of this proposal, we have completed the superstructure for the ground and first floors. We are currently progressing with electrical installations, plumbing, plastering, and other finishing works on these floors. We anticipate that the ground and first floors will reach occupation status by December 2024.
Sponsorship packages
1 CPD
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Copper
10,000 – 49,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Bronze
50,000 – 99,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
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Silver
100,000 – 249,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Institute's insignia
Listing on the 'Hall of Fame'
Half day free governance training
Emerald
250,000 – 499,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Institute's insignia
Listing on the 'Hall of Fame'
One day free governance training
Diamond
500,000 – 999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Institute's insignia
Listing on the 'Hall of Fame'
Adopt a training room named after them for
1 year
Two days free governance training
Royal Diamond
1,000,000 – 1,999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Institute's insignia
Listing on the 'Hall of Fame'
Adopt a training room named after them for
2 years
Three days free governance training
Gold
2,000,000 – 2,999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Institute's insignia
Listing on the Institute ‘Hall of Fame’.
Adopt a training room named after them for
3 years.
Four days free governance training.
Ruby
3,000,000 – 3,999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Listing on the Institute ‘Hall of Fame’.
Institute's insignia
Adopt a training room named after them for
4 years.
Sapphire
4,000,000 – 4,999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Institute's insignia
Listing on the Institute ‘Hall of Fame’.
Adopt a training room named after them for
5 years.
six days free governance training.
Platinum
5,000,000 – 9,999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Listing on the Institute ‘Hall of Fame’.
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Adopt a training room named after them for
7 years.
Eight days free governance training.
Priority Privilege of Hiring Training and
Meeting Spaces at Discounted Rates for 1 years
Platinum Plus
10,000,000 – 19,999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Listing on the Institute ‘Hall of Fame’.
Institute's insignia
Adopt one floor named after them for 8
years.
Ten days free governance training.
Priority Privilege of Hiring Training and
Meeting Spaces at Discounted Rates for 2 years
A dedicated feature on the Institute’s website
and social media channels for one Year.
Opportunities to collaborate on special
projects, research, or publications with the Institute for one Year.
Prominent placement in the Institute’s
annual report for one Year
Premium Package
20,000,000 – 49,999,000
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Listing on the Institute ‘Hall of Fame’.
Institute's insignia
Adopt two floors named after them for 10
years.
Fifteen days free governance training.
Priority Privilege of Hiring Training and
Meeting Spaces at Discounted Rates for 3 years
A dedicated feature on the Institute’s
website and social media channels for two Years.
Opportunities to collaborate on special
projects, research, or publications with the Institute for two Years.
Prominent placement in the Institute’s
annual reports for two Years
Exclusive Sponsorship Plaques for two Years
Anchor Partner
50,000,000 and above
CPDs
Certificate
Featuring in an Institute’s Newsletter
Listing on the Institute ‘Hall of Fame’.
Institute's insignia
Adopt two floors named after them for 15
years.
Twenty days free governance training.
Priority Privilege of Hiring Training and
Meeting Spaces at Discounted Rates for 5 years
Recognition as Institute’s Anchor Partner
for Five Years, including prominent acknowledgment in Institute website,
communications and events.
Customized Branding Opportunities for
specific Institute’s events for Five Years.
A dedicated feature on the Institute’s
website and social media channels for Five Years.
Opportunities to collaborate on special
projects, research, or publications with the Institute for Five Years.
Prominent placement in the Institute’s
annual reports for Five Years
Exclusive Sponsorship Plaques for Five
Years