We World is looking for a dynamic Kenyan for the position of Project Manager to be based in Narok with frequent travel to the Project sites and sometime to the Nairobi office. The purpose of this position is to plays a lead role in delivering day-to-day planning, initiation and implementation of “Child sponsorship” project, executed by We World Kenya Foundation in Narok County.The project entitled Kuboresha, Kudumisha na Kulinda (3 K) Narok Project is designed to improve the well-being of school going children in Narok South, North and East sub-counties of Narok County by increasing school retention rates, improving school health and nutritional status and strengthening child protection systems.
The Project manager will ensure implementation of all project related activities that may include among others: training, awareness raising and forums with opinion leaders etc. liaising with Nairobi office. The manager will ensure that the highest standards of service delivery are maintained across target Sub Counties in this project.
Vacancy Code: PM/WWKF/KEN/001/2018
Date Issued: 29th June 2018
Apply before: 4th July 2018
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Narok with frequent missions in project villages (Narok County) and sometimes Nairobi
Responsibilities and Tasks
Oversee project budgets and spending, analyzing the burn rate and budget versus actual monthly expenses.
Provide timely inputs for the project to We World Nairobi office for planning, monitoring, reporting, and budgeting processes
Review staff and partners reports and project progress reports.
Responsible for submitting activity monthly, quarterly, and annual narrative and financial reports, and activity based project budgets in line with We World reporting and financial procedures.
Work effectively with government representatives, for-profit private sector entities, local community organizations, donors and other stakeholders, particularly at the Sub County and County level.
Support AACs to improve planning, coordination, and communication among social service system actors across the county.
Ensure effective data collection of all activities implemented at the county level.
Document project results and impact in various forms, including lessons learned, case studies, etc.
Represent Weworld at the county-level, attend meetings, make presentations at meetings and conferences on matters related to the project capacity and system strengthening.
Undertake regular field monitoring visits to assess progress and identify implementation issues, provide solutions and implement modifications as required
Carry out monitoring of project infrastructure (classrooms, latrines and handwashing facilities) in schools and monitor the dissemination/roll out of project designed trainings) in liaison with relevant government departments
Support We World long distance sponsorship team (LDS) in executing their work in Narok.
Complete administrative and operational tasks related to every project activity
Perform other related duties as required
Qualification and Experience
At least 5 years’ experience in community development sectors
Previous experience with NGOs
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Demonstrated experience in managing, coordinating and supervising a project.
Demonstrated experience working with local community organizations, and government departments
Proficient spoken and written English and Kiswahili
Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, about program activities, outcomes and impact
Experience in development projects (especially child protection, education, health and economic development)
Preferable: driving license (car and motorcycle)
Proficiency in MS Office applications especially Excel, word, PowerPoint and outlook
Experience as trainer on Adolescence Sexual Reproductive Health (ASRH), Child Protection, HIV/AIDS, familiarity with School Health Policy (SHP) is a bonus
Personal Skills
Strong organizational skills
Rigor and autonomy
Ability to quickly learn new systems, processes and procedures
Ability to work under pressure
Very flexible, patient and with a positive attitude
Excellent communication skills
Ability to negotiate/mediate/interpret
Strong observation, analytical and listening skills
Type Contract: 1 year contract renewable (after 3 months of successful probation period)
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