Project Manager at Africa's Voices

Position Overview:

AVF is launching a new 15-month programme supporting gender equality and social inclusion in Somalia using interactive media formats to drive participatory discussions on critical issues towards greater inclusion of marginalised groups.

The project manager will lead the delivery of this programme, and be responsible for all aspects of programme implementation, including donor reporting and liaison, financial management, planning, monitoring and evaluation. They will manage the entire project team (Project Officers, Research Assistants, Media and Engagement Specialists) and will work closely with technical specialists, consortium partners and sub-contractors to ensure efficient and impactful project delivery.

Key responsibilities:

• Manages all elements of project for timely delivery within budget
• Leads project planning, including ensuring regular internal meetings, reporting and oversight, as well as liaison with consortium partners
• Leads and co-ordinates the AVF project team, including researchers, analysts and media specialists, to ensure efficient and effective delivery of planned outputs
• Reports to donor(s) on all aspects of implementation, programme results, administration and finance
• Co-ordinates with donors and other project stakeholders on design, monitoring and implementation of the project
• Carries out monitoring of consortium partners and sub-contractors to ensure effective implementation, including travel to Somalia, as well as timely programme and financial reporting
• Ensures effective financial management of project, forecasting and tracking expenditure against planned budget
• Manages smooth planning of project operations - logistics, recruitment, transport, and security in line with AVF policies

Essential experience, skills and qualifications:

• Masters Level degree in Development Studies, Business Administration or relevant Social Sciences discipline.
• At least five years of experience managing a range of development projects
• Experience working in consortiums and implementing complex multi-stakeholder projects
• Knowledgeable in all tools and techniques for effective project planning and implementation, including risk management, monitoring frameworks, logframes etc.
• Able to write succinct and compelling reports for donors on project progress and lesson learned
• Competent at managing financial aspects of projects, including budget tracking at forecasting, managing of invoicing and expenses
• Able to work collaboratively, forge strong relationships, and communicate effectively across teams and geographies
• Fluent in English
• Legal right to work in Kenya

Desirable experience, skills and qualifications:

• Strong knowledge and network in Somali context
• Knowledge of social science research methods and analysis processes
• Knowledge and experience of managing media interventions for social change
• Knowledge and experience of managing research projects, ideally using innovative digital methods
• Experience implementing stabilisation projects in a high-risk environment, such as Somalia
• Fluency in Somali

Please note this position is subject to finalising of funding.