Project Manager at Co-operative Bank of Kenya

Job Reference Number PM/CCBI/2024 
The role
The successful jobholder will be expected to:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, goals, timelines, resources, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Create schedules, assign tasks, and ensure clear roles and responsibilities.
• Efficiently manage budgets, allocate resources, and monitor expenditures.
• Facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks to keep the project on track.
• Monitor deliverables to ensure they meet standards and requirements.
• Address issues promptly and make decisions to drive progress.
• Provide guidance, motivation, and support to the project team.
• Maintain detailed records, generate reports, and document lessons learned.
• Plan and conduct field visits to engage with stakeholders.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

The successful jobholder will be required to possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, MBA or STEM-related graduate degree preferred.
• Project management certification (PMP/Prince) is a plus.
• Strong field experience in deploying productive use energy assets for smallholder farmers, preferably in East Africa.
• Successful track record in technology deployment and project management, particularly in Kenya.
• Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders and budgets exceeding US$500,000.
• Ability to develop and implement market delivery plans.
• Previous experience in monitoring and evaluating development programs involving smallholder farmers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make decisions in ambiguous environments.
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili required, additional languages in Kenya are advantageous.