Project Officer at NairoBits Trust

Main Purpose of the Job:

The Project Officer will have the overall responsibility of overseeing the successful implementation of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) programme and aspects of the Learn for Work project.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the overall day-to-day running and implementation of project activities ensuring efficient and effective implementation of the project
• Support the planning processes of the project, including the development of project proposals, budgets, reports and tools to monitor progress and evaluate impact of activities for effective implementation. Ensure effective and timely implementation of outlined project activities.
• Ensure continuous project monitoring. This includes monitoring impact, collecting relevant data guided by project indicators, maintaining updated database and generating accurate reports
• Take part in the relevant technical working groups that help improve the delivery of the project both internal and external
• Contribute to the development of innovative strategies for raising awareness of the project and funding for work among new donors
• Collaborate with the Communications Department to develop materials showcasing the project’s activities and achievements for sharing with relevant stakeholders
• Assist in data collection, analysis and sharing of findings including developing internal and external publications such as briefs, abstracts, concept notes and proposals.
• Submit regular/scheduled complete, accurate and timely consolidated reports that conform to prescribed formats and other parameters from NairoBits and the donor.

Minimum requirements:

• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent preferably in Sociology
• Must have experience in programme coordination/management dealing with development issues
• Should be knowledgeable on Youth Development particularly on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), Economic Empowerment and Skills Development
• Knowledge in Project management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Research methodologies and Proposal Writing
• Experience in organizing events, trainings, community outreaches and workshops.
• Strong organizational and management skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrable analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Sensitivity, flexibility, tolerance and ability to listen and communicate clearly and effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Ability to work effectively both independently (without detailed daily supervision) and as a member of a team, on a wide range of tasks.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Kiswahili.