Program Manager – Kenya

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the design, development, and implementation of the agreed upon set of activities including: Phases, Task Orders and Work Plans;
Act as a mediator between all parties involved: such as DAI, USAID, Hedayah, Kenyan Government, Training Provider and the appointed coordinators;
Support team by overseeing the progress of the different task orders, following up on the agreed deliverables and monitoring the preparation of the implementation plans;
Oversee the progress of the narrative report and their submission as per agreed deadlines;
Train the team when necessary on the project management cycle;
Recommend further partnership with third parties to the Program Director;
Ensure regular communications with the Program Managers per Task Order. If necessary, the Program Director will step in and help resolve any issues;
Understand the inter-workings of USAID such as NICRA, subcontracts, grant delivery based and contract delivery;
Review the course materials and report necessary findings to the Program Managers and then Program Directors; before the testing Phase;
Ensure the appropriate MM&E in collaboration with the program coordinators.

Qualification and Experience

Master’s Degree in International Studies, Development, Political Science, or related field;
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience including at least 2 years in a management role or managing project teams;
Experience in managing USAID / DOS funded projects;
Familiar with USAID Policies and Procedures to ensure operations & compliance;
Experience in East Africa region; Preferably in Kenya;
Experience in program development and management, grants management, budget monitoring, project management, MM&E;
Experience on the field with local partners in medium to high risk environments;
CVE relevant experience.

Skills and Competencies

Leadership
Managing others
Strategic thinking
Decision-making
Result orientation
Building relationships
Teamwork
Cultural intelligence
Communication
Planning and organizing
Problem-solving
Presentation
Excellent command of written and oral English