Project Manager at Federation Of Kenya Employers

PM/03/2021

FKE in execution of its mandate often partners with various donors through projects to deliver services to members. Reporting to the Head of Advocacy, Consulting & Partnerships, the job holder will ensure timely implementation of FKE donor funded projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare project technical proposals for funding in line with FKE’s and members’ needs; 
• Prepare project plans and implementation matrixes for all FKE projects
• Monitor and control project financial expenditure for prudent resource use and in line with FKE financial guidelines;   
• Provide liaison support services with donors on Project Management to promote good working relations with them
• Ensure that project stated outputs and outcomes are achieved;
• Ensure monitoring and Evaluation of projects is done and agreed on milestones are tracked
• Prepare and ensure that project technical reports are done and submitted in a timely manner, meet FKE and donor expectations and are in conformity to financial guidelines;
• Always maintain an up to date status dashboard of all FKE projects
• Ensure proper use, safety and usability of donor equipment for accountability and organizational integrity;   
• Participate in and represent FKE in project related meetings internally, nationally and international forums;
• Ensure capacity building for staff, members and clients on the various project subjects
• Facilitate development of partnerships with donors, private sector and members for development and implementation of projects in line with FKE’s strategy
• Collect, document and disseminate good practices and lessons from projects
• Manage and provide technical advice for projects in private sector engagement, skills development, workplace wellness programs, social dialogue, employment relations, labour relations, and social policy areas among others
• Perform any other duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Development studies or a related field
• Post Graduate Diploma in Projects Management or a related field
• Experience in Monitoring & Evaluation of projects
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• 7 years’ relevant experience in Projects planning, management and delivering related assignments, 3 of which should be at Senior Management level
• Demonstrated ability, experience and track record in working with multiple stakeholders
• Proven experience in private sector engagement, skills development, workplace wellness programs and social policy areas
• Current membership to a relevant professional body

Key Skills, Competencies and Desired Attributes

• Demonstrated skills in project management, negotiations and working with institutional leaders in public, private, civil society and development sectors
• Proven excellent report writing and strong communication skills
• Resource mobilization skills
• Demonstrated competence in managing budgets; experience communicating with business stakeholders at all levels\
• Ability to multi-task and manage diverse tasks simultaneously
• Flexible and able to productively work in a team, as well as individually with limited supervision
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail