Program Coordinator and M&E Officer

Responsibilities and Duties

Program Implementation and Coordination

• Coordinate logistics and administrative tasks related to program implementation.
• Schedule meetings, manage email communications with training participants and partners, and coordinate online Zoom meetings.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the program lifecycle.
• Work closely with the Program Manager to ensure the project workplan is implemented smoothly.

Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships

• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with program participants, partners, donors, and trainers.
• Utilize regular communication, engagement, and feedback mechanisms to support stakeholders.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Assist in the collection, analysis, and reporting of program data and performance indicators.
• Assess progress, measure outcomes, and identify areas for improvement against set targets.
• Work closely with the communications team, providing content and performance data for quarterly or annual reports.

Qualifications and Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or certification/diploma in International Development, Social Sciences, Community Development, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, Program Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 1-2 years of proven experience in program coordination or project management, preferably within the nonprofit sector or community development context.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Available to travel for in-person training activities within Kenya.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.
• Experience working with a remote team and digital project management software (e.g., Asana) and Zoom is an advantage.