SOKOPEPE Limited Program Manager Job in Meru Kenya

Career Opportunity: Program Manager
 

SOKOPEPE Limited, a social enterprise supporting the agricultural sector in Kenya by offering market information and farm records management services is rolling a Farm Records Management Information System (FARMIS). 

FARMIS is a diagnostic tool based on the use of farm records. Also being rolled out is SOKO+, a digital commodity trading and information system, linking small scale farmers to end retailers/bulk purchasers of produce.

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Program Managerfor the Meru Office.
 

Terms of Reference

• Ensures coordination and implementation of FARMIS activities in Meru
• Supports coordination and management of the enterprise on a day-to-day basis
• Coordinates the work of PIAs to ensure attainment of set milestones
• Provide administrative and technical support for any assignments required by senior management
• Assist in recruitment and training of PIAs as and when this becomes necessary

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, marketing or related field
• Demonstrable experience working with farmers
• Good computer skills
• Good report writing and communication skills
• Ability to supervise and mentor a team of PIAs
• Ability to formulate and manage budgets
• Experience in resource mobilisation from donors is an added advantage
• Knowledge of the local language will be an added advantage

E-mail the application and CV, with names and contacts of three referees, to: recruit@sokopepe.co.ke
 

The deadline for applications is October 3, 2014.

SOKOPEPE is an equal opportunity employer and women candidates are encouraged to apply.