Job Summary
To provide programmatic and technical management support in the implementation of the Coast and Northern Kenya Integrated Emergency Response Project (KIERP).
Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Senior level
Experience Length:5 years
Job Description
You
will be required to produce a current (within 3 months) Original Police
Clearance Certificate or waiting receipt during interview in case you
are shortlisted
Job Title : Project Manager - Coast and Northern Kenya Integrated Emergency Response Project (KIERP)
Reporting to : Cluster Manager
Grade Level : 14
Work Location : Wajir
Purpose of Position
To
provide programmatic and technical management support in the
implementation of the Coast and Northern Kenya Integrated Emergency
Response Project (KIERP). The position holder will ensure the effective
and efficient implementation of activities directly related to providing
lifesaving WASH, nutrition, Livelihood & Economic recovery and
Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance interventions to disaster affected people
in Mandera and Wajir Counties.
To effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others.
Major Responsibilities
Project Management 40%
Ensure
proper planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the
emergency Response project interventions in the project areas.
Provide
technical support and leadership to Project Officers and drivers to
enable them effectively guide and support response interventions in the
Counties.
Ensure all project interventions are implemented within schedule, plans and budgets and regularly review project status.
Ensure that the emergency response interventions are integrated with other projects in the programme
Ensure identification of local needs and resources and take appropriate programming measures.
Mainstream
cross-cutting issues (gender, CC, environment, advocacy, disability,
child protection) in emergency and rehabilitation programs/projects
Establish operational priorities and monitor performance targets for the respective field project staff
Ensure
that project initiatives meet or exceed planned outcomes and are
implemented in full compliance with WVK, the donor and other relevant
partnership and international standards and guidelines;
Design Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation 25%
Lead in the development of the project design and ensure compliance with WVK and donor guidelines and standards.
Ensure
timely and effective implementation of all project interventions as
well as the successful achievement of proposed outcomes and intended
impacts.
Ensure timely and appropriate utilization of the budgeted project resources.
Ensure
proper application of business processes, standards and guidelines
related to the project in accordance with the donor requirements.
Ensure
that the project achieves acceptable financial and operational audit
results by implementing activities in accordance with established norm
and policies.
Ensure that all the activities are implemented and evaluated in accordance with the WVK and donor standards.
Support
the project officers to set up and maintain effective complaints and
feedback mechanisms to ensure that beneficiary concerns are addressed in
a timely and effective manner.
Ensure that an effective and participatory and effective M&E system is established in a decentralized manner
Ensure
that, in general, project monitoring arrangements comply with the
project agreement and, in particular, the provisions of this agreement
are fully observed in the design of project M&E.
Ensure
quality monthly, quarterly, semi annual and annual reports are compiled
and submitted in a timely manner in line with the donor requirements.
Capacity Building 15%
Identification and sharing of capacity building gaps among project staff, communities and partners.
Lead
the project in capacity building initiatives for staff, communities and
partners to enable them effectively advocate for and implement project
interventions.
Ensure
ongoing coaching and mentoring of project staff in order to ensure that
they are able to perform and achieve the desired results.
Engagement and Networking 10%
Ensure
adequate representation with the donor, the Government of Kenya
officials (National and County), private sector, Civil Society Groups,
including Faith-Based Groups.
Ensure close working collaboration with key Government line ministries and other like-minded partners.
Resource Mobilization 5%
Map
resource mobilization opportunities at local level and develop concepts
and proposals in collaboration with Regional and National office teams.
Others 5%
Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time
Participate and contribute in committees and task forces as may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must
have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in either Development studies,
Social work, Anthropology, Project Planning and Management, Disaster
Management, Nutrition, Agriculture, Water Sanitation and Hygiene or a
closely related field from a recognized University with relevant
experience working on emergencies.
Must
have a minimum of five years’ experience with regards to the designing,
planning, and implementation; supervising and reporting on integrated
development relief and/or advocacy project.
Experience in working on donor funded programs and experience with USAID/BHA donor funded projects is an added advantage.
Experience supporting strategic programme development including successful proposal development for humanitarian donors
Strong evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills
Budgetary and financial management skills
Highly flexible and organized, able to manage multiple, simultaneous demands and willing to take on new tasks on an ad hoc basis
Ability to work both on own initiative and as part of a team in a high-pressure environment while adhering to deadlines
Proficient in written and spoken Kiswahili and English.
Notable experience of deployment in response to rapid and slow onset emergencies, including in a programme lead role
