Project Manager, Mifugo Ni Mali

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Planning & Strategic Execution

• Support the design and execution of livestock value chain interventions aligned with Mifugo ni Mali objectives, KCB and the Foundation’s broader 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.

1. 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—to strengthen program reach and value addition.

1. Contracts, MOUs & Partnership Management

• Lead the development, negotiation, and management of MOUs, contracts, and partnership agreements with counties and strategic partners.
• Monitor partner compliance, deliverables, roles, and responsibilities to ensure alignment with project objectives and donor expectations.
• Maintain organized documentation, support due diligence processes, and coordinate periodic partner reviews to strengthen accountability and collaboration.

1. Team Coordination & Field Operations Management

• Work closely with internal project teams and external field staff to coordinate training, farmer outreach, and value chain activities.
• Motivate and support implementation teams through regular briefings, feedback loops, and joint problem-solving.

1. Capacity Building & Farmer Training

• Organize and facilitate training for livestock farmers on best practices including animal husbandry, feed management, disease control, and financial literacy.
• Develop training materials and leverage technical partners to improve farmer productivity and resilience.

1. Community Mobilization & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead the mobilization of farmer groups, cooperatives, and community leaders to participate in program activities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between KCB Foundation, farmers, cooperatives, and KCB bank team to enhance buy-in and participation.

1. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)

• Track performance indicators to assess progress toward strategic targets.
• Support real-time learning by collecting and analyzing data on reach, uptake, and outcomes for timely decision-making and donor reporting.

1. Reporting & Accountability

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to inform internal decision-makers and external partners.
• Ensure reports reflect both quantitative results and qualitative impact stories.

1. Financial & Administrative Oversight

• Support budgeting, expenditure tracking, and resource planning in collaboration with the finance team.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, farmer engagements, and logistical support provided.

1. Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify implementation risks early and propose practical mitigation measures.
• Ensure all activities comply with KCB Foundation policies, regulatory guidelines, and donor requirements.

1. Sustainability & Graduation Pathways

• Support design and implementation of graduation models that enable farmers to transition to sustainable livestock enterprises.
• Promote integration with KCB bank and market linkages to support long-term impact beyond the project cycle

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Academic & Professional

Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field.

Experience

Total minimum years of work experience: 5