The Programme Manager is responsible for providing substantive technical, programme, organisational and administrative support in the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of projects and/or country programmes in line with defined objectives and quality KPIs. The post holder is expected to build capacity and support TdH-NL staff and partners to deliver effective and efficient services to vulnerable children, in line with TdH-NL’s strategy, policies and procedures. He/she will also be expected to strengthen good cooperation with partners, relevant networks and stakeholders including but not limited to government, private sector, donors, like-minded CSOs and communities.
Position in the organisation
The Programme Manager works with the Kenya Country Team (KCT), and receives hierarchical leadership from the Country Manager (CM) to whom he/she reports and supervises a team of staff. He/she will, in close collaboration and consultation with the country and EA regional team, advise and act on the development, implementation and monitoring of the various projects under the child protection programme in Kenya. This will be done in close collaboration with, and support to, the project implementing partners in Kenya.
Main duties and responsibilities
Realising Projects (including utilising about 40% LoE on GFEMS Buidning a Future project)
Contribute to the development of the Country Strategic Plan and annual plans.
Coordinate implementation of the Country Strategic Plan and annual plans in consultation and collaboration with the Country Manager and the rest of the Kenya team.
Analyse the country context in relation to child rights and thematic areas of focus, project partners’ context and operational, organisational changes.
Participate in planning and development of proposed projects, budgets, and evaluate whether the proposed projects are in line with TdH-NL’s policies, country strategy and laid–down selection criteria.
Advise whether or not to give proposals further consideration and discuss the analysis with the country team, and others as appropriate, in preparation for final decision making.
Prepare the necessary documentation for approval of new and ongoing partnerships and project proposals according to TdH-NL’s guidelines.
Translate a developed project plan into a concrete and achievable work plan for project execution, submitting this to the manager for approval and communicating the work plan to the relevant stakeholders.
Manage staff to deliver on project plans taking into account efficiency and quality (ensuring projects are executed timely, on scope and on budget).
Improving Service ( 40% LoE on GFEMS – Building a Future project)
Support and monitor the project partners through regular communications and programme visits at least once per quarter and ensure that programme and finance commitments as per partner contracts are being fulfilled. Liaise with the Finance and Administration Manager regarding budgets and expenditure.
Ensure that all scheduled partner and project reports such as progress and financial reports are delivered and verified timely and that they are of good quality, according to TdH-NL’s standards, analyse the received information and compile the necessary reports to the country team.
Support the Marketing and Communication Officer at the Regional Office with information and materials for marketing and communication, e.g. for newsletters.
Inform relevant persons/organisations/institutions on support given to project partners, project activities and expected results.
Maintain the database and regularly update project documentation/ files for reference by all concerned.
Maintain relevant network contacts and represent the organisation with internal and external relations.
Identify together with project partners areas for further improvement on management and/ or programme quality of project partners and define frameworks, procedures and indicators oriented towards improved organisational and project management.
Improving Workflows (40% LoE on GFEMS – Building a Future project)
As part of a team, translate developments and situation specific information into thematic and country annual and strategic policies.
Lead in the continuous assessment of child protection needs and gaps in the country in order to ensure that these are appropriately reflected in project strategies and interventions.
Identify new trends and developments in the
area of child exploitation and ensure timely updates to the CM .
As and when relevant, coordinate activities of assigned consultants for specific tasks, such as evaluations, etc.
Support in L & A, networking and stakeholders engagement
Represent TdH-NL in relevant forums for furtherance of country profiling, visibility and expert recognition as a key contributor to the child rights movement in Kenya.
Engage in the Joining Forces Alliance activities together with other key child rights organisation seeking realisation of child rights in Kenya
Support integration of regional and country lobby and activities in line with TdH-NL thematic focus
Support development of signature projects, models and approaches
In line with the global strategy and country plans contribute to the realisation of flagship signature projects in Kenya
Contribute to definition of signature models, projects and approaches
Support fundraising and project development efforts on signature projects
Perform any other duties as relevant for the country programme as assigned and as can reasonably be expected from the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in development studies, project management and planning, project strategy, strategic management, child rights or other relevant fields. Masters degree level will be an added advantage.
Minimum of eight years in projects management with at least 4 years in a similar position in an INGO
Experience with Child Rights based programming is an advantage
Experience with Lobby & Advocacy will be an added advantage
Experience in PME of large donor funded projects is essential
Proven experience in capacity building of civil society organisations
Knowledge of and experience in project cycle management, including the use of Theory of Change and other planning tools, including project MIS.
Experience with financial management and in managing projects funded my major donors such as UN,UKAID, USAID, EU, foundations
Experience in supervising/leading a team
Verbal and written fluency in English and verbal capability in Kiswahili
Strong interpersonal communication skills- written and orally
High degree of taking initiative and working independently
Competence Profile
Cooperation
Can contribute to a collective result, even when there is no personal benefit at stake.
Level 2: Works together at own initiative to make a contribution to the achievement of shared objectives.
Planning & Organising
The effective alignment of activities, time and resources to achieve objectives.
Level 3: Coordinates and aligns activities and supports and encourages others in the direct vicinity to start to plan and organise.
Problem-solving ability
Actively seek logical, tangible and realistic solutions for problems.
Level 2: Can identify and articulate the core of the problem, can initiate the collection of relevant data and can propose solutions.
Performance orientation
Focused on goal setting and active achievement of results.
Level 2: Can articulate the results to be achieved – and achieves them.
Contract Period: One year contract with a possibility of extension.
How to Apply
Please send your motivation letter and curriculum vitae by e-mail to the Regional Finance and Admin Manager at:
recruitment.africa@tdh.nl , clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications for this position and expected remuneration no later than by Tuesday 31st December 2020. For more information about this position, you can contact us through the same email address.
Only Kenyan nationals or those with permanent residence and permit to work in Kenya should apply.
Note that due to the expected large response only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The selection procedure will also include an assessment test, and checking of recent professional references.
