Job Summary:  
We are currently seeking a programme manager to support our core operations and assist with our strategic planning for the next several years.
 
The PM will join the current management team of the CEO and COO in managing Mawazo’s day-to-day operations; continually learning about how we can refine our model and meet our strategic goals; and building relationships with fundersand other institutional partnersto support our organisational growth.
 
The position offers the chance to build managerial and research skills in a dynamic environment focussed on women’s empowerment.  
Responsibilities
The programme manager’s responsibilities fall into three main areas.
These tasks listed are representative, and other duties may also be assigned.
Administrative
Manage the recruitment process for the PhD Scholars fellowship
Plan training programmes for the PhD Scholars, and identify partner organisations which can support their training needs.
Provide writing and editing support for the PhD Scholars as they seek to publish their work
Manage a database of grants for African academics,which we are building as a resource for the PhD Scholars
Event planning for the Public Engagement and Policy Lab programmes, including public lectures and debates with the Mawazo Scholars and Fellows, and small group roundtables with key decisionmakers in government and industry
Data collection for our qualitative, interview-based monitoring & evaluation strategy
Manage 1 –2 interns on an occasional basis
Write blog posts and manage our social media
Research
Support the CEO and COO in writing white papers which explore key areas of Mawazo’s mission, such as mapping the think tank ecosystem in Kenya, understanding women’s academic career paths, and generating case studies of successful thought leadership in the Kenyan context
Develop a “think tank startup toolkit” which summarises Mawazo’s experience of launching a new think tank, and makes our lessons learned publicly available for other people interested in launching a new think tank in Africa
Support the research projects carried out by the Mawazo Fellows on an as-needed basis, with the possibility to get more involved or co-author depending on interest
Strategic Planning
Support the CEO and COO in identifying potential funders for Mawazo, and writing grant applications
Support the CEO and COO in identifying potential board members, and inviting them to join our board
Participate in strategic planning sessions to map out Mawazo’s growth trajectory for the next one-, two-, and five-year periods
Update our strategic plan and concept notes as needed
Education and Skills Required
A bachelor’s degree in a social science or STEM field is required, with a master’s degree preferred
At least 2 years of experience working in a substantively similar professional environment, such as a non-profit, consultancy, or think tank, including direct experience in project management and research roles
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with Swahili or other local language proficiency preferred
Attention to detail and strong organisational, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and to seek assistance with projects as required
An interest in continual learning and professional growth
Commitment to the Mawazo Institute’s mission and values
Terms of Offer
Compensation and benefits for the programme manager position include:
Competitive salary
21 days of paid holiday
10 days of paid sick / family leave
3 months paid parental leave, in the event of the birth or adoption of a child by the employee or employee’s partner
Health insurance
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