About the roleThe Program Manager will be responsible for supporting the Project Director to manage and deliver work plans and donor reports. S/he will work pro-actively with colleagues to ensure that necessary information for donor reporting is available and that donor reports are drafted to a high standard and according to deadlines. The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with occasional in country travels as needed. The offer and contract are subject to donor funding and approval.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparing intermediate and final narrative and progress reports, adhering to internal and donor regulationsMonitor the quality and effectiveness of project activities, working closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation team to ensure that the project document and capture the impact and learning and promote knowledge sharing in the programmeCompleting all project management documentation and regularly communicating updates internallyLead on the design and delivery of workshops which co-create results and sustainability frameworks for Dawa za Ubora projectBe at the fore front of latest donor trends and share knowledge across the organizationSupport management of knowledge and learning developed by Dawa za Ubora project, including lessons learned, best practices, challenges, how-to information, and information on reach and impactProvide support and substantive inputs in project planning, proposal, budget and log frame development, project appraisal, and monitor project progress against approved programmatic and budgetary targetsMaintain a calendar of activities, such as the annual work plan and timelines for the various reports. Maintain programme risk logWork closely with the Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Manager, enabling teams and the Programme team to develop efficient impact measurement and accountability mechanisms for proposed grants.Conducting needs assessments and developing new project scope as necessary. Lead development of high-quality responses, coordinating input from other teams, including proposal writing, budget planning and contract management.Supervise the staff for smooth implementation of the contractQualificationsMaster's degree in health-related studies, development studies, project management, business administration, communication and/or related field and Project management certificationA minimum of 7 years' experience with donor funded programmes in a similar role of which three years as Program ManagerWriting and presentation skills: Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and ability to communicate clearly in a multicultural environmentFluency in written and spoken EnglishExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to work comfortably as a team player and thrive in a fast-paced environmentSignificant knowledge in communicable disease control particularly malaria, tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS
