Job Title: Operations Manager
Organisation: Nuru International
Location: Kuria
Specific Responsibilities include:
- Help
the Agriculture District & Program Manager accomplish the goals of
Nuru Kenya
and the agriculture program in a sustainable and scalable way
- Manage
the logistics of the agriculture program including transportation and
office expenses and input distribution
- Liaise
between field and office staff to ensure effective data and loan
management; resolve inconsistencies as they arise
- Manage
office staff including data entry clerks and logistics manager
- Manage
the Agriculture program budget, ensure efficient use of resources and keep
orderly records of all expenses
- Liaise
with the human resources department and follow-up on human resource issues
within the department
- Help
to develop creative solutions for office or management challenges
- Assist
in weekly planning and coordination of program activities such as field
manager meetings
- Occasionally
conduct fieldwork and assist with field operations as required
- Work
with the Social Enterprises department to source high-quality inputs
(fertilizer, seed, vines etc) in a cost-effective manner.
- Help
develop efficient distribution mechanisms and schedules for agricultural
inputs.
Qualifications:
·
Kenyan citizen or the ability to work in Kenya
·
University degree in agriculture, project
management, or related area
·
1-2 years of project management experience
·
Possess intermediate computer skills (Word,
Excel, internet, email); advanced level skills preferred
·
Experience managing a database and analyzing
data; ability to make data driven decisions
·
Demonstrated ability to manage a large budget
·
Knowledge of human resource processes
·
Positive attitude and ability to work as part of
a team
·
Speak fluent English (mandatory) and Kiswahili
(mandatory)
·
Commitment to ending extreme poverty in rural
areas of Kuria, Kenya
·
Compensation: 30,000-40,000 per month, based on
experience
Nuru Kenya
is an Equal Opportunity Organisation.
Applicants must currently live in Kuria West District, or be
willing to relocate for this position.
Do not expect any of the following: relocation pay, monetary
support for family relocation, housing or housing allowance, food allowance.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter
explaining their qualifications, experience and motivations (in English) to
opsmanager@nuru.co.ke
Closing Date: 24th January 2014