The Project Manager for Mifugo Ni Mali is responsible for supporting the design and execution of livestock value chain interventions aligned with the program's objectives and the KCB Foundation's broader strategy. The role involves translating project goals into actionable plans, identifying strategic partners, and ensuring the localized delivery of project components through collaboration with county governments and various stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Strategic Execution
Support the design and execution of livestock value chain interventions aligned with Mifugo ni Mali objectives and the Foundation’s strategy.
Translate project goals into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with timelines, targets, and desired outcomes.
Identify strategic partners and opportunities that enhance program value chains and geographic reach.
County Government & Partner Coordination
Engage county governments, agricultural officers, and implementing partners to drive localized delivery of project components.
Foster strong partnerships that ensure shared accountability, co-financing, and technical collaboration.
Identify new strategic partners including private sector, NGOs, cooperatives, and development agencies.
Contracts, MOUs & Partnership Management
Lead the development, negotiation, and management of MOUs, contracts, and partnership agreements.
Monitor partner compliance, deliverables, and roles to ensure alignment with project objectives and donor expectations.
Maintain organized documentation and coordinate periodic partner reviews.
Team Coordination & Field Operations Management
Coordinate training, farmer outreach, and value chain activities with internal teams and external field staff.
Motivate and support implementation teams through regular briefings and joint problem-solving.
Capacity Building & Farmer Training
Organize and facilitate training for livestock farmers on animal husbandry, feed management, disease control, and financial literacy.
Develop training materials to improve farmer productivity and resilience.
Community Mobilization & Stakeholder Engagement
Lead the mobilization of farmer groups, cooperatives, and community leaders.
Serve as the primary liaison between KCB Foundation, farmers, and the KCB bank team.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
Track performance indicators to assess progress toward strategic targets.
Collect and analyze data on reach and uptake for timely decision-making and donor reporting.
Financial & Administrative Oversight
Support budgeting, expenditure tracking, and resource planning.
Maintain accurate records of activities and logistical support.
Risk Management & Compliance
Identify implementation risks early and propose mitigation measures.
Ensure all activities comply with KCB Foundation policies and regulatory guidelines.
Sustainability & Graduation Pathways
Support the design of graduation models that enable farmers to transition to sustainable livestock enterprises.
Promote integration with KCB bank and market linkages for long-term impact.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field is required.
Professional Qualifications: A Master’s degree (MBA/MSc/MA) and Professional Certification in Project Management or Community Development are added advantages.
Total Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience.
Specific Experience:
5 years in Programme/Project Management within Community Development.
3 years in Business/Enterprise Development.
3 years in Stakeholder Management.
3 years in People Management.
2 years in Agribusiness Development.
Experience in Risk Management (4 years preferred), Communication/Advocacy (3 years preferred), and Resource Mobilization (1 year preferred).
