Center of Excellence Programme Manager

We’re looking for someone who is
Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a small, dynamic, international team
Passionate about CPF’s model and approach
Willing to try things and do things differently
Adaptable and entrepreneurial, with a can-do approach and committed to going above and beyond the role’s on-paper remit to ensure success.
Programme Manager Job Key Roles
Coordination of programme activities
Development and monitoring of the programme’s brand and service consistency across partners
Driving demand from current and new customers for training services offered in the programme
Supporting the CPF strategy focus with Producer partners, farmers, women and youth
Supporting farmer led inperson and digital systems in the programme
Development of the programme’s business model
Linking the Latin America and Africa partners to develop the programme’s network internationally
Line management responsibilities
Programme Manager Job Qualifications
Motivated by CPF’s mission to work with smallholders in Africa and Latin America to develop innovative solutions to the challenges they face.
A strong undergraduate degree (Business Management, Project Management, Development, Environment, Economics, Social Science etc)
Knowledge of Farmer led approach and familiarity with smallholder farming systems and agricultural sector
Some working experience, paid or un-paid in the public or private sector – preferably within the NGO or development sector
Strong planning and organization skills, including the ability to organize workshops and meetings.
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently, including in occasional situations where support systems and/or contact with the CPF team in the UK is minimal.
Line management skills.
Industry, initiative, enthusiasm and passion for international development
Excellent English and Kiswahili language communication skills, written and oral
Adaptability and flexibility
Excellent IT Skills, particularly Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access Applications