Refugee Led-Organizations Program Advisor at Inkomoko

About the Opportunity

Inkomoko is seeking a qualified program advisor to support the Refugee Led-Organizations program; this position will report to the Refugee Led-Organization Program Manager. This position is based in Nairobi office in Kenya - with about 30% travel to other regions. The successful candidate will have the following duties:

Responsibilities

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT AND RLO RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (70%)

• Support in identification and selection of Refugee-led organizations.
• Conduct field visits to assess RLO specific needs and provide one on one interventional support.
• Keep up to date the RLO business information in an accurate manner using the applicable project management tools.
• Manage the schedule and delivery of services throughout RLO engagements.
• Regularly track and report on the progress of RLO work and deliverables.
• Assist investment colleagues with investment applications, due diligence, and any other investment processes.
• Serve as the primary liaison to ensure regular communication with RLOs.

TRAINING (20%)

• Identify and enroll RLOs to the Moodle platform.
• Deploy a wide variety of training methods both in person and digital - iterating as needed.
• Coordinate with the training team/BAs in organizing training logistics, field activities such as focus group activities, refresher training and training supplies ensuring all are within budget.
• Provide the training using Inkomoko training materials.
• Draft training reports and update the online reports.
• Mobilize and follow up on RLO to ensure high attendance on Moodle.
• Coordinate with the Senior trainer and Training Support Associate for smooth logistics.

PARTNERSHIP AND EXTERNAL RELATIONS (10%)

• Identify and link RLOs with donors and mentors.
• Participate in seeking fundraising opportunities for RLOs.
• Represent Inkomoko in meetings when called upon.
• Identify opportunities for RLO mentorship and network building.

Minimum Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with previous project management roles in RLO programming with demonstrated success that aligns with our company values.

• Bachelor’s degree in project management/business administration
• 3+ years’ experience in program management with at least one-year direct experience in RLO program management.
• Experience working with micro and small businesses is an added advantage.
• Excellent time management and planning skills
• Experience in relationship management skills, business planning, and coaching 
• Excellent computer skills, especially with MS Excel and Word
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Good presentation and training skills
• Shows perseverance, personal integrity, and critical thinking skills.
• Show personal drive, initiative and learning agility.