Programme Economic Officer

Vacancy Code: WWKF/KEN/001/2017
Location: Kisii with frequent missions in project villages (Nyamira County)
Programme Officer Job Responsibilities
Support the Project Manager in the execution of economic development activities according to the project proposal, implementation framework and Project Manager instruction
Monitor project performance in economic development by carrying out field visits, collecting/processing project information (records, surveys, assessments, etc.) and regularly updating the project database in collaboration with the Project Manager
Organize project activities related to economic development (training and monitoring of SMCs and CBOs’ IGAs)
Draft reports related to economic development activities
Assist the Project Manager in the drafting of reporting tools, narrative reports and in the relations with beneficiaries and local authorities
Complete administrative and operational tasks related to economic development activities
Perform other related duties as required
Qualification for the Programme Officer Job
At least 3 years’ experience in rural and community development
Bachelor’s degree in Economics or similar
Previous experience with NGOs
Experience in the management of projects funded by main donors
Proficient spoken and written English (spoken Swahili is an advantage)
Proficiency in MS Office applications especially Excel
Kenyan nationality
Preferable: driving license (car and motorcycle)
Type Contract: 5 months