Project Coordinator
The Association of
Startup & SMEs Enablers of Kenya (ASSEK) is a business membership
organization operating in Kenya that aims to bring together and represent the
interests of organizations supporting the development and growth of startups
and SMEs for maximum impact.
ASSEK seeks to recruit a Project Coordinator. Reporting to the CEO, the Project Coordinator will oversee assigned projects. He/she shall ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and with the desired outcomes.
Work Location: Nairobi with frequent travel
Gross Salary: 100,000.00
Responsibilities
- Implement
projects in line with internal Project Management Standards.
- Facilitate
roundtables on key emerging issues in policy, regulations, compliance
amongst others
- Ensure
that assigned projects link to broader strategic goals
- Measure
project milestones
- Prepare
proposals and reports to donors and partners
- Draft
and maintain contracts with the project implementers
- Ensure
compliance with donor requirements and applicable legal requirements
- Collect
data from members and the ecosystem
- Ensure
adequate and timely communication of Strategic Programs to all the
stakeholders
- Ensure
strong stakeholder management
- Establish
partnerships with organizations, governments, local and international
players.
- Oversee
project budget and ensure compliance
Person’s Specifications
- A
degree from a recognized university
- A
minimum of 4 years of work experience in project management
- Proven
track record in planning, executing, controlling and closing projects
- Ability
to effectively manage a project and its components simultaneously with
minimal supervision
- At
least 2 years’ experience in fundraising, proposal writing, documentation
and donor reporting
- Solid
experience in donor and stakeholder management
- Experience
developing and overseeing projects
- Attention
to detail, ability to meet deadlines and work both independently
- Possess
strong communications skills (both verbal and written)
- Possess
a high degree of integrity and dependability.
How to Apply
To apply please send
your CV to admin@assek.ke by 18th June 2022 indicating
“Project
Coordinator” on the subject line. Shortlisting is on a rolling
basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ASSEK is
an equal opportunity employer. Website- https://assek.ke