World Vision International NGO Project Manager Jobs in Kenya
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Key Responsibilities:
Program Coordination and Management
Participate in the annual program planning and budget review processes as per ANCP/DFAT donor requirements
Ensure that all FMNR initiatives within the 4 Counties of influence meet/exceed planned outcomes and are implemented in full compliance with the Programs guidelines and ANCP/DFAT requirements and ensure community accountability
Provide technical support in the implementation of all Environment and Climate Change adaptation development activities in the 8 Area Programme/Program sites
Manage and coordinate the FMNR team ensuring competent and motivated staff as well as manage performance of staff and encourage on-the-job coaching, identify and address learning and training needs and opportunities
Participate and coordinate quality review and capacity building meetings of staff on NRM with including FMNR
Participate in the annual program planning and budget review exercises
Integrate the FMNR activities with those of the 8 Area Programs ensuring cost effective use of resources.
Mainstream FMNR Concept in 8 ADPs within WVK before Program phase out.
Support the development of training materials in line with the identified Program needs for staff, partners and communities.
Facilitate dialogue and accountability forums with various stakeholders on issues of livelihood (community groups, service providers, private sector, the county and national government, civil society organizations, churches and schools)
Support introduction of new and existing technologies and ensure FMNR initiated interventions are sustainable
Develop ToRs for Program baseline, mid-term and End line Evaluations
Provide leadership in transitioning CRIFSUP Phase I to Phase II, redesigning of Program structure and programme implementation
In close collaboration with P&C, ensure right program staff are recruited, retained, and provided with intentional opportunities, mentoring and coaching for development.
Provide management support to supervisees and world Vision Kenya staff for continuous capacity building for competency development
Assess and plan for staff capacities/competencies.
Engage appropriate Subject Matter Experts for identified training gaps and need assessments
Facilitate capacity building of staff on technical modules, through trainings, workshops, On the Job Training, technical backstopping etc.
Staff supervision and guidance to ensure overall quality and comprehensive management of technical program
Provide technical leadership in implementation of complementary models of interest to SO/ANCP these include GEDSI, iMSD, WEE and Family Change Maker
Partnership, Networking and Resource Acquisition
Provide a linkage and coordination as per need between FMNR Programs with SO with support from L&R NO staff.
Represent WVK in EARO and other Regional forums as approved by Associate Director for Livelihoods and Resilience
Represent WV in Environment, NRM, Climate change forums in the Four Program counties
Coordinate and Manage Relationships with credible research institutions to support research component in the Program under the agreed framework.
Participate in Nakuru, Baringo, Elgeyo-Marakwet and West Pokot County Environmental Stakeholders Forums/Technical working groups as well as supporting WVK Program officers and Cluster Managers on engagement in relation to Environment and Climate change and articulating FMNR objectives in the forums.
Participate in the coordination of FMNR vision trips within the targeted Program areas
Increase the visibility of WVK and ANCP by maintaining active engagement and advocacy on FMNR and Cluster/County related matters
Participate in development of innovative FMNR, Climate Change Adaptation and other Resilience Building concepts and proposals for building community resilience for fundraising as well as marketing FMNR to various Learning forums
Build and Maintain effective communications and pro-active relationships with partners at the counties, including visits by donors
Collaborate with line ministries and departments in providing technical support and assistance to the program
Support implementing staff to successfully engage with key internal and external stakeholders, including the private sector, community, religious leaders and other civil society representatives in order to maximize the impact of interventions;
Support timely development of funding proposals in line with donor requirements and WVK standards in collaboration with Resource acquisition department;
Participate in public forums and events as appropriate
Compliance to budget Utilization and timely implementation
Ensure operation standards of the Program is maintained leading to acceptable ANCP/DFAT requirements
Provide leadership and Ensure through Program Officers and cluster accountants, the timely and appropriate utilization of budgeted resources for all FMNR related Program
Ensure Program expenditure remains within the acceptable levels and ANCP/DFAT compliances (25% 1st Qtr and 75% for 3 Qtrs) Ensure timely achievement of Program targets on a monthly basis
Austere budget utilization monitoring, generate quarterly procurement plans & tracking, contracts management & consultants, adherence to donor and grants contract agreement, adhered to asset management business processes, team review meetings, Risk Register as part of MMR, Share products of WVK (FMNR) engagements with partners from County level.
Ensure monthly field support visits to 8 Program sites
Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Innovation
Ensure that ANCP donor grant requirements are adhered to during FMNR Program implementation and monitoring and the relevant reports (weekly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual) are submitted in a timely manner and meet the donor quality expectations.
In collaboration with design monitoring and evaluation team, Consultants, FMNR and ADP teams, ensure all Program indicators are properly baselined, monitoring and mid or end term evaluation of FMNR Program is done as per the FMNR proposal and DIP and that any recommendations are promptly acted upon.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Masters/Degree in Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Agri-business, Agro-forestry, Range land Management, Environmental studies, Climate Change or equivalent
Minimum of 7 Years of work experience in Managing multi agency livelihood and Resilience grants in Pastoral and or Agro-pastoral regions;
Experience with ANCP/DFAT donor Programs is an added advantage
Knowledge in renewable energies and alternative technologies are of advantage;
Good understanding of Sustainable NRM models e.g. FMNR and other landscape restoration techniques, Tree based value chains, Market systems strengthening’s, Disaster Management, Peace Programming, GEDSI and Governance.
The holder of this position must be a results orientated person who can handle a heavy work load as well as manage and satisfy multiple and at times conflicting organizational, donor and other stakeholder demands and;
S/he must also have ample experience in public relations and be a strong team player
Must have skills and ability to provide training and mentorships;
S/he must be a self-starter, able to work under minimum supervision and maintain good relationships.
Practical experience working with local communities, government, private sector, institutions and traditional authorities in pastoral and agro-pastoral ASAL regions;
Excellent interpersonal, communication, networking and representation skills;
Proven leadership qualities, problem-solving and negotiation skills, and evidence of successful team player
Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
Knowledge of World Vision International working systems, policies and standards will be an advantage
FMNR certification is an added advantage
Computer literate
Masters/Degree in Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Agri-business, Agro-forestry, Forestry, Range land Management, , Environmental studies, Climate Change or equivalent
Certification in FMNR
Membership with professional body; EIK or FSK
How to Apply
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