Programme Manager – Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, a private water operator providing 24/7 access to clean water in Sub-Saharan Africa. Using smart technology and local operational excellence, they install and maintain water systems serving the poorest communities. They are currently seeking to Recruit a

Programme Manager

will focus on developing key areas of both operations and business growth,

including but not limited to scoping new programmes by identifying and assessing villages, supporting with new system design, forming and maintaining government relationships and running initiatives to engage the community. The ideal candidates MUST be enthusiastic, proactive individual with a technical water background and experience in the WASH sector and

MUST be flexible to travel regularly.

Key Responsibilities:

Forming client relationships – meeting with clients, local authorities and other stakeholders to build relationships and understand requirements

Liaising regularly with global functional leads for support on responsibilities, including sessions presenting and discussing plans, progress and performance

Liaising regularly with other areas of the East Africa teams to collaborate and to keep up to date with progress

Working closely with line manager to utilise their support and to accurately report information and performance via regular governance

Leading on assessments (technical, social and political) of potential sites to understand suitability for a project

Forming and maintaining productive, professional relationships with county water officials and village leaders

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in commercial, operations or technical teams in the water or wider WASH sector

Experience in managing projects and programmes from inception to completion to deliver operational results

Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, particularly with government officials, local communities, and contractors.

Must have proven experience working with government and private institutions within Kenya

Technical experience working in the water or wider WASH sector is essential

Must demonstrate patience and the ability to explain data and reports in a clear and concise manner

Must demonstrate good data analysis skills

Experience on mapping, GIS, or design/modelling software is desirable Soft Skills:

Must demonstrate high levels of integrity and ethical behaviour

Must demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Must be able to work independently with limited micromanagement

Must have strong understanding of measures of performance

Must have exceptional organisational skills and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail

Must demonstrate excellent, management, leadership and presentation skills

Must have outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities

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