Program Manager (1 Vacancy)

Purpose of the Job

To oversee Scholars recruitment operations, graduate education coordination, welfare support and Program monitoring and reporting with a critical focus on inclusion and safeguarding. 

Qualifications

1. PhD in any of the following fields: Climate Science, Geographical Sciences, Disaster and Risk Management, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Management, Agricultural Engineering or Environmental Engineering, Forestry, Food Science and Nutrition, Natural Sciences, Biological Sciences from a recognized institution.
2. A Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Climate Science, Geographical Sciences, Disaster and Risk Management, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Management, Agricultural Engineering or Environmental Engineering, Forestry, Food Science and Nutrition, Natural Sciences, Biological Sciences from a recognized institution.
3. An Honour’s Bachelor's degree any of the following fields: Climate Science, Geographical Sciences, Disaster and Risk Management, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Management, Agricultural Engineering or Environmental Engineering, Forestry, Food Science and Nutrition, Natural Sciences, Biological Sciences from a recognized institution. 

Added advantage

A Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) or A Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning and Management from a recognized institution. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Coordinate the selection and recruitment of Program Participants;
2. Coordinate activities to facilitate teaching and learning of Graduate Scholars and Skilling Youth;
3. Oversee the provision of support and welfare services to Program Participants;
4. Co-ordinate continuous risk mapping and management in all the operations of the Program to ensure safe and efficient operations;
5. Support in the recruitment, induction, performance management, and professional development of Program staff in collaboration with the Directorate of Human Resources;
6. Facilitate preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and work plans, ensuring effective resource allocation and utilization in line with program goals;
7. Manage relationships and collaborative activities with internal and external partners to strengthen program delivery, visibility, and impact;
8. Oversee the Scholars’ Compliance to the rules and regulations of the University, and those specific to the Scholars Program;

Experience

1. A minimum of 9 years’ relevant working experience, 3 of which must have been at the level of Principal Program Officer in a reputable organization.
2. Experience in coordinating recruitment and selection of program participants.
3. Experience in planning and implementation of donor-funded training or research programs.
4. Demonstrated capacity in data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and results-based reporting.
5. Proven track record in coordinating multi-stakeholder engagements.

Competencies

1. Stakeholder engagement and partnership development.
2. Budget management and effective resource allocation.
3. Risk management and problem solving.
4. Project management (planning, execution, monitoring).
5. Team leadership and coordination.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.