ILRI Program Manager – BecA-ILRI Hub Jobs in Kenya
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruit a Program Manager to provide leadership in the management of BecA-ILRI Hub and ensure that the goals and objectives of the program are met. S/he will work closely with the director for BecA-ILRI Hub in managing the program.
ResponsibilitiesProgram ManagementWork with the Program Leader to develop and implement the program level strategy and continually review as required
Support development of a multi-year operational plan and monitor its implementation
Monitor and collate program outputs and outcomes
Develop multi-year program budgets, including ensuring consistency across programs
Effectively manage the program budget, ensuring proper allocation of expenditure, monitoring expenditures and highlighting any variances, and providing suggestions for corrective action to Project Leaders and Project Managers, including working Finance for resolution
Lead the program management and administrative team (which could include Assistant Program Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Program Accountants, Communications Staff, Administrative Assistants, Office Assistants) and build their capacity on ILRI Program Management Framework to enhance their performance
Work closely with the Program Leader and the People and Organizational Development Directorate to determine the staffing needs for the program and other HR matters
Review requests for recruiting staff and consultants prior to approval and follow up with P&OD for execution
Liaise with the Finance Unit on budget and financial matters
Ensure the implementation of the institute’s Program Management Framework across the program and contribute to its continued development
Proposal Development
Coordinate and participate in the development of concept notes and/or proposal components including completing the relevant documentation on risk assessment, project budget and project work plan, drafting agreements
Support the Program Leader/Project Leader to undertake due diligence activities related to suitability and capability of Program partners/subcontracted such as identifying the resource skills of ILRI team, checking past experience with the partner, compliance with ILRI and donor guidelines, ensuring the strategy and plans align with PMF
Manage the program opportunity pipeline to ensure timely delivery, compliance and adherence to the Program Management Framework process
Project Planning
Assess and plan future procurement needs and work with Supply Chain to create a detailed procurement plan
Liaise with the legal unit to draft partner and donor agreements and incorporate the necessary changes
Work with the project leader/project manager in the development of an exit strategy/sustainability plan for all projects
Work closely with the project leaders/project managers to define research compliance requirements, undertake risk assessment and contribute to the development of mitigation strategies
Lead the development of project work plans by assessing alignment, establishing timelines and obtaining the necessary approvals
Work with the Communication Knowledge Management team to develop the communication plan, monitor and guide the communications outputs from the program to ensure their relevance and appropriateness
Project Execution
Maintain effective working relationships with partners, beneficiaries, and stakeholders and facilitate effective flow of information between all partners, team members and relevant stakeholders in program activities
Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists to ensure program level monitoring, data analysis and reporting
to support effective program management
Oversee Program reporting, identify any concern areas and recommend solutions
Ensure that CGIAR and ILRI policies relating to IP, Open Access, P&OD and others are being followed at the Program level
Project Closing
Oversee the closure activities for the projects which includes the disposal of physical assets, research materials and staff separation/ reassignment, archiving of documentation, impact assessment in line with the PMF process
Work with the Project Leader and Communications Staff to ensure knowledge dissemination and capacity development to all relevant stakeholders by mobilizing participation from as many project stakeholders as possible, including project team members, partners, donors, and other key stakeholders
Project Management
The Program manager will be expected to act as the Project Manager (as need arises) for a number of projects, depending on the size and complexity of the program
Requirements
Masters/ Advanced Degree in Business Management, Business Administration or related field
Program Management Certification
At least 7 years’ program management experience with 3 years’ at managerial level
Excellent managerial and multitasking skills,
The ability to plan effectively and manage risks
Stakeholder engagement skills,
Effective negotiation skills
Problem solving skills
Proven experience in coordinating global projects with numerous partners
Experience in development and implementation of projects
Advanced technical reporting skills
Excellent people management skills in a multicultural setting
Terms of Appointment
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position; based at Nairobi, Kenya and open to Kenyan nationals only. The position is on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Job Level
This position is job level 4A, ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; pension, medical and other insurances for ILRI’s Nationally Recruited Staff.
How to apply:
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational Development.
All applications to be submitted online on our recruitment portal, on or before 4 July 2018. The position title and reference number REF: BecA/06/17 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter
ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.
For more information and job application details, see; ILRI Program Manager – BecA-ILRI Hub Jobs in Kenya
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