Financial Reporting, Report Writing and Stakeholder Communication for Asset Recovery Agencies

Course overview

Asset recovery agencies are judged on what they report as much as what they recover. Parliaments, audit institutions, donors, the media and the public all want to know what has been seized, forfeited and returned, and whether the money has been managed properly. This asset recovery report writing course helps staff produce reports that are accurate, readable and trusted.

Participants learn the reporting obligations that apply to asset recovery bodies, how to structure annual and quarterly reports, and how to present financial information on recovered assets alongside case results. Writing workshops focus on plain language, consistent figures, careful handling of cases still before the courts and clear explanations of complex legal processes. The course also covers press statements, briefings to parliamentary committees and responses to media and audit questions. Participants redraft real-style report extracts and receive structured feedback throughout the week.

Participants leave able to write and present reports that meet legal requirements, satisfy oversight bodies and build public confidence in asset recovery.

What you will be able to do

• Identify the reporting obligations of asset recovery bodies
• Structure annual, quarterly and case reports for different audiences
• Present financial information on recovered assets accurately and consistently
• Write in plain language about complex legal and financial processes
• Report on ongoing cases without prejudicing proceedings
• Prepare press statements and committee briefings
• Respond effectively to audit, media and public questions

Who should attend

For staff who draft or approve reports, statements and briefings in asset recovery, asset management and anti-corruption agencies.

• Reporting and planning officers
• Finance officers
• Communications and public relations officers
• Legal officers
• Personal assistants to agency heads
• Board secretariat staff
• Heads of department

Course outline

Fees are per participant in US dollars and cover tuition, course materials and your certificate. Travel and accommodation are not included.