Project Manager

2 months ago

Nairobi, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time

The main role of the Project Manager is to provide overall project management with technical expertise to all activities relating to the implementation of a project in North-Eastern Kenya in food security/ Energy sector.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Supervise and have the final responsibility for the implementation of all the project activities in accordance with the projected/approved proposal, budget, financial planning and time schedule Be responsible for the achievement of all project targets and key performance indicators Contribute to the recruitment, orientation and training of the projects’ staff Coordinate projects staff, strengthen their capacity, autonomy and sense of responsibility; and contribute to their further professional development Coordinate all registration and monitoring activities on the field according to the selected international standard and to project/Donor requirements Be responsible for the application of AVSI logistic and administrative procedures for the assigned projects portfolio in concert with Operations Manager, Country Representative, and for any specific donor’s requirements Ensure quality and sustainability of project(s) results through strategic and operational planning, monitoring, evaluation and learning (continuous improvement) Promote nexuses and synergies with other national and international projects, programs, interventions Elaborate narrative reports as per donor and/or the selected international standard procedures and proactively support the preparation of financial reports including the collection and verification of the relevant project documentation. Elaborate any other reports as required by AVSI, local authorities and/or donor and/or the selected international standard Maintain and develop proactive relationships with partners, local authorities and with all stakeholders involved Periodically interact with HQs focal points for coordinating and sharing new strategies, innovations, lessons learnt, criticalities, trainings, workshops etc. Share within AVSI worldwide network the most significant experiences and lessons learnt together with the thematic focal point Represent AVSI in relevant sectorial (energy and environment) coordination structures (i.e. Clusters and Working groups) and other meetings at provincial/national level Identify new funding proposals also with other donors and program Carry-out any other duties and/or responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development, Environment/Energy studies, Economics, Management, Entrepreneurship, Development Studies or other related fields of study from a recognized university. Master’s degree in relevant field would be an added advantage Work experience: At least 2 years of experience in development/Humanitarian context Language proficiency Proficient knowledge of Italian and English (written and oral) C1. Swahili and/or Somali knowledge would be an added advantage.

Required skills and experiences

Proficient knowledge of the standard IT software Strong organizational skills and able to coordinate and manage a diverse array of activities and stakeholders Strong negotiation and mediation skills and ability to work independently Report writing and computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, power point presentation and Internet. Experience in working in rural economic development or business development is desirable Willingness to travel and work in rural areas for most of the times

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