Cordaid Project Leader / Access to Finance Expert Jobs in Kenya
Qualifications Specifications
Academic Qualifications:
University degree or advanced certificate / professional qualification in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Finance, International development, social sciences Project Management or any other relevant subject area.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences
Management knowledge and coaching styles, project management, managing international cooperation with local partners, country/region of the Country Office, techniques, reporting standards and languages.
Broad understanding of agricultural financial product development, fund mobilisations and capacity building for financial institutions with practical experience agricultural financing need assessment,
Broad understanding and knowledge of agriculture financing trends and challenges in Kenya and in the region
Good knowledge and understanding of the Social, economic, and political situation in Kenya
Specific skills, knowledge, and experience in designing and implementing Lobby and Advocacy
Behavioral values and skills: trust, accountability, problem solving, cooperation, teambuilding, negotiation, conflict management, collaboration, flexibility, creativity
Writing skills to clearly formulate project proposals, project plan and project reports
Proven track record of effective project/program management particularly related to Access to Finance Projects.
Skills in partnership management, negotiation, fundraising, networking and facilitation and training skills and effective communication, including intercultural sensitivity and communication.
At least 7 years’ experience in agricultural finance focusing on smallholders & agri- SMEs, extensive experience facilitating access to finance and working with financial institutions with practical experience of providing technical guidance /advisory on agricultural financing.
At least 4 years of experience in managing professional projects and/or (sub-)offices of international organizations or companies.
Extensive experience working with high level international and national partners including consultants, stakeholders and government institutions and officials,
Experience in organizing, facilitating workshops and events with high level audience,
Experience in partner identification, developing and managing relationships with partners
Core competencies
Personal Integrity
Creative and Innovative
Open and outgoing
Results Oriented
People skills
Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
Ability to work independently under pressure and proactive work style
Affinity with the Catholic character of Cordaid
Key Result Areas:
Consortium coordination/partnership management
Coordination of own implementation activities
How to Apply
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