United Muslim Relief (UMR), an international relief and development organization that has its headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, USA is seeking a dedicated and qualified individual for the position of Programs Manager for its office based in Nairobi. The Program Manager provides critical project management, research and coordination support to the UMR Country Director. S/he will also collaborate with and support the Country Director to translate UMR’s strategic initiatives into specific tactical plans. This individual must have sound project management skills; a collaborative spirit, the ability to work independently, and the capacity to think creatively to find solutions to the issues of poverty and marginalization.
Program Manager
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the Country Director with preparing and completing work plans and budgets; serve as a key partner to ensure productivity, quality, and partnership standards; determining system improvements and implementing change;
- Build strong relationships with government, NGOs, international organizations, donors and relevant private sector organizations in order to secure their support for increasing and diversifying the funding base of UMR programs stakeholders.
- Develop new partnerships and joint programming initiatives by working with the relevant local stakeholders.
- Represent UMR in cooperation with the Country Director at various external meetings, forums and events, and establish firm relationships with local communities and community based organizations.
- Ensure that effective and secure budgetary control of programs’ finances
- Work with Country Director for conducting needs assessments and develop concept notes and project proposals for UMR HQ and donors.
- Must be able to deliver a range of humanitarian and development programs to the specific requirements of UMR HQ and external funders.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in social work, economics, health or any relevant field required.
- At least 5 years’ of direct project management experience in a humanitarian/development, and non-profit setting.
- Demonstrated experience of designing of successful project proposals for institutional donors. Experience in direct administration of programs and budgets.
- Must be able to read, write and speak the English language fluently.
- The position is open to Kenyan nationals only.
Method of Application
The interested candidates should submit their applications along with resume at the following email address [email protected] and [email protected] by May 25, 2018.
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