PI
Knowledge Management and Gatekeeping Specialist
Based
in Bungoma,
Kenya
We are
an international NGO with a strong footprint in Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, and
Tanzania.
In these
countries our 3,000+ strong staff serves over 200,000 smallholding farmers and
helps them to grow their way out of hunger and poverty.
Within
Kenya, the Product Innovations department conducts a large number of research
trials each year that contribute new knowledge, drive the development of new
products and services, and directly inform program decisions.
We are seeking a driven and highly professional individual to lead all knowledge management activities within the Product Innovations department and also serve as the gatekeeper to coordinate engagement with all other departments within the organization.
This
is a rural-based position in Bungoma.
Your Role
- Liaise
with staff across the department on a frequent basis to develop a deep
understanding of all department activities being conducted and remain
up-to-date on activities at all times
- Lead
all knowledge management within the department, including:
1.
Developing weekly and quarterly summaries of all department
activities
2.
Synthesizing trial reports and outcomes for a variety of
audiences
3.
Managing all internal recordkeeping and organization of trial
outcomes and reports
4.
Managing frequent uploads of all trial reports and materials to
the organization Intranet
5.
Managing sharing of trial reports and materials with other teams
and departments
- Serve
as the department “gatekeeper” and the primary liaison to coordinate
activities with all other departments
1.
Maintaining department calendars to track all project activities
2.
Attending weekly gatekeeper meetings to update all teams on
department activities
3.
Continually tracking and following up as needed on all
department activities related to implementation, logistics, procurement, and
any other trial support
4.
Leading engagement with other teams for coordination of large
scale (Phase 3) trials
- Organize
weekly staff meetings, brown bag lunch sessions, and other knowledge
sharing opportunities
- Organize
and support trainings and capacity building activities for team members to
enhance skills and knowledge across the department
- Organize
regular sessions to share trial outcomes and discuss department strategy
Our
Requirements
- University
degree; Master’s preferred
- Exceptional
organizational skills and the ability to keep track of a very large number
of complex projects at the same time
- Excellent
attention to detail
- Strong
relationship-building and teamwork skills, including the ability to work
well and collaborate with many different people
- Excellent
writing ability, in particular the ability to write clear and concise
summaries of activities and communicate complex topics to a variety of
audiences
- Strong
presentation skills and the ability to verbally communicate complex topics
to a variety of audiences
- Strong
computer skills, including with Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
- Some
knowledge of data management and strong skills interpreting and presenting
data
- Some
experience with agricultural trials preferred
- Some
experience in developing and maintaining an effective knowledge management
system for a complex organization preferred
- Ability
to innovate and improve processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness
- Proficient
in both Kiswahili and English
- Humility,
teamwork, and a passionate dedication to helping improve the lives of
smallholder farmers
If you
feel motivated to work for One Acre Fund as the PI Knowledge Management and
Gatekeeping Specialist and if you fulfill our requirements for this role, we
look forward to receiving your application by September 12th
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to
apply online
You will be prompted to a form that must be completed.
At the
end of the form you will have the opportunity to write a motivational letter
and upload your CV.
Please Note: One Acre Fund will never ask you for money in return for advancement in the recruitment process or for being offered a position