Overview: Nuru International Kenya is a reputable organization
with a mission of ending extreme poverty in rural communities of Kenya.
With programs in health, education and microfinance, Nuru’s
Agriculture Program aims to increase crop yields in a sustainable and scalable
way.
Currently we are looking to fill a new role of Operations
Manager who will help us coordinate and guide our program’s daily
operations and administrative functions.
This position will report directly to the Agriculture District
Manager.
Specific Responsibilities include:
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Help the Agriculture District & Program Manager accomplish
the goals of Nuru Kenya and the agriculture program in a sustainable and
scalable way
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Manage the logistics of the agriculture program including
transportation and office expenses and input distribution
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Liaise between field and office staff to ensure effective data
and loan management; resolve inconsistencies as they arise
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Manage office staff including data entry clerks and logistics
manager
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Create farmer trainings as needed and facilitate dissemination
of training materials
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Manage the Agriculture program budget, ensure efficient use of
resources and keep orderly records of all expenses
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Liaise with the human resources department and follow-up on
human resource issues within the department
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Help to develop creative solutions to problems in the field and
office
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Assist in weekly planning and coordination of program activities
including setting meeting agendas, facilitating farmer trainings etc.
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Occasionally conduct fieldwork and assist with field operations
as required
Qualifications:
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Kenyan citizen or the ability to work in Kenya
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Prefer university degree in agriculture, project management, or
related area; 3 or more years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu
of degree
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1-2 years of project management experience
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Possess intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, internet,
email); advanced level skills preferred
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Experience managing a database and analyzing data; ability to
make data driven decisions
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Demonstrated ability to manage a large budget
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Knowledge of human resource processes
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Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team
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Speak fluent English (mandatory) and Kiswahili (mandatory)
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Commitment to ending extreme poverty in rural areas of Kuria,
Kenya
Compensation: Negotiable depending on experience
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.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter
explaining their qualifications, experience and motivations (in English) to
opsmanager@nuru.co.ke by October 1.
About Nuru Kenya
Nuru Kenya is different from most other NGOs. Our
organization has a holistic approach whereby all our programs work together for
a common goal of ending extreme poverty in our community in a sustainable and
scalable way.
Read more at: www.nuruinternational.org
