JOB OPPORTUNITY: Project Officer in Nairobi, Kenya

AWAN-Afrika is a not-for-profit company that promotes women’s small, medium and large enterprises. The organization provides women owned agribusinesses with a platform that facilitates access to markets, trade information, blended and inclusive financing, innovative technology and opportunities to share what works.

We are looking for a Project Officer to provide overall leadership and technical guidance in the development, planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation of our strategic framework and projects in line with our 4 Pillars – Women Economic Inclusion, Market Linkages; Trade and Agri-Technology; our policies and guidelines.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate strategic planning, program development, review and evaluation processes in line with AWAN’s strategic Framework (the 4 Pillars)
• Provide leadership in Networking and building strategic alliances in line with organizational strategies and policies
• Coordinate and account for resource mobilization in the programme department in line with the AWAN fundraising strategy
• Financial management in adherence to program-specific procedures for requisition and reporting
• Supervise, motivate, appraise the line managed staff and build their capacity in line with the organizational strategy and policies
• Contribute to strategic decision making
• Identify program-related knowledge needs for AWAN and its members

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in the Social Sciences from a recognized institution

At least 3-years relevant experience gained from a reputable organization or institution

Should have a good command of English and any other AU recognized language

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, co-ordination and communication skills
• Documentation and reporting skills with a keen eye to detail
• Self-driven & motivated with an ability to work under pressure
• High-level of integrity
• Excellent networking and prospecting skills

Send your CV and contact details to Grace(at)awanafrica.com by March 7, 2019