Council of Governors Project Manager 2015

Job Description

Background: The Council of Governors (CoG) is established under Section 19 of the Intergovernmental Relations Act 2012 with the mandate to provide a mechanism for consultation amongst County Governments, share information on performance of the counties in execution of their functions, facilitate capacity building for governors, and consider reports from other intergovernmental forums on national and county interests amongst other functions (Section20). 

The Council operates under Sectoral committees which define engagement with The National Government agencies and other stakeholders. 

To implement its functions, The council has established a secretariat that coordinates operations of the committees and facilitates information sharing amongst counties and other stakeholders

 

Project Manager

Council of Governors (COG) in partnership with the Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions (SALAR) is starting up a multi-year programme focused on sustainable urban development in Kenya. 

COG drives the programme while SALAR provides technical assistance, expertise and support.

Kenya SymbioCity Programme, as it is called, will seek to build the capacity of urban development stakeholders to guide Kenyan urban development in a more sustainable direction.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Project Manager is a leadership position reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will
be responsible for;

Overseeing the planning, implementation and follow up of activities and operations;

Providing oversight role and participate in the development of the project work plan;

Providing leadership in defining positions within PIU, recruit and coordinate local staff;

Facilitating Network/Exchange/Coordinate with other partners in the Country;

Providing continuous updates of the project progress, issues and successes and ensure appropriate engagement of CoG Project Coordinator

Managing risks on behalf of CoG and escalate issues as necessary.

Delivering specific activities as set out in the work ;

Represent the project externally including in media, at events, and with external stakeholders

Other duties will include: hiring and supervising other professional and/or management staff, interacting with elected and high-ranking appointed public officials; assuming overall responsibility for preparation of the project budget

Performing any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements
 

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Must have a Master’s degree in relevant field.

Minimum of five years’ experience in project management

Understanding of Principles, practices of public administration.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Must possess strong problem resolution skills, critical thinking and interpersonal skills to help identify and resolve issues.

Duration: The contract duration is one (1) year renewable subject to performance

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter to describe interest and relevance to the position to hrcog@cog.go.ke by cob 3rd April 2015