CIPE is seeking for a Program Associate Consultant at CIPE for their Kenya Office. The program associate is responsible for providing program management support and assisting with monitoring and evaluation (M&E), communications, and funding research. Being a startup office, the position requires an individual with an entrepreneurial mindset who is dependable, conscientious, reliable, flexible, versatile, and works cooperatively with fellow colleagues. The position reports to the Kenya Country Director and  is based in Nairobi, Kenya, with possible travel throughout the country and region.

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS Program Associate Consultant at Program Associate Consultant at CIPE

Program Management Support

• The Program Associate Consultant will assist the Program Manager in implementing and overseeing CIPE’s programs in the region and in Kenya, which typically includes:
• Provide logistical and administrative support in organizing meetings, workshops, events, and trainings with partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries. They will do this by coordinating regular staff meetings, facilitating discussions, drafting agendas, and tracking action items for the Kenya staff
• Provide program and administrative support to the Trade and Inclusion program.
• Monitor program timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure adherence to project work plans
• Oversee contract fulfilment which includes maintaining regular communication with contractors, updating narrative and financial reports, vetting final products, and corresponding with contractors to submit the final paperwork, while ensuring compliance with donor and internal reporting requirements
• Maintain program documentation and filing systems, ensuring they are up to date and readily accessible

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Support

• The Program Associate Consultant will regularly collaborate with the Program Manager to design and implement M&E plans for ongoing projects, which typically includes:
• Collect and analyze program data, including partner feedback, to measure impact and outcomes
• Support in drafting M&E reports for internal and donor use, summarizing key performance indicators and project progress
• Participate in field visits to monitor activities and gather qualitative and quantitative data from project beneficiaries
• Develop M&E tools, surveys, and templates to enhance data collection and reporting

Communications

• Draft and edit communication materials, including newsletters, press releases, blogs, social media updates, and success stories, to enhance visibility of CIPE’s activities
• Work closely with CIPE’s Africa Team’s Communication Coordinator and CIPE’s Communications Team in Washington D.C. to ensure consistent messaging across different platforms, targeting both local and international audiences
• Create and maintain content for CIPE Kenya’s online presence, including blogs, social media posts, and web updates
• Assist in developing communications strategies that align with CIPE’s objectives and engage stakeholders effectively

Funding Opportunities Research

• Conduct research on funding opportunities from bilateral and multilateral donors, foundations, and corporate sources that align with CIPE Kenya’s programming areas
• Support the drafting of grant proposals, concept notes, and expression of interest (EOI) documents
• Track upcoming requests for proposals (RFPs) and funding opportunities, providing analysis and recommendations to the Program Manager
• Develop and maintain a funding opportunity tracker, ensuring timely submissions of applications

Other Duties

Perform legal and subject matter specific research as needed

• Support planning and executing internal and external events, including writing announcements and invitations, coordinating guests, publicizing on social media, and acting as primary tech support during run of show

Who You Are as Program Associate Consultant at CIPE

• Bachelor’s degree in international relations, development studies, business administration, communications, or a related field
• At least 2-3 years of experience in program management support, monitoring and evaluation, or communications in a development context
• English and Kiswahili fluency
• Strong administrative and organizational skills, writing and editing, with experience in drafting reports, proposals, and communication materials
• Proficiency in data analysis and basic M&E tools.
• Experience in conducting funding research and proposal development is an added advantage
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including local partners, government officials, and donors
• Excellent organizational skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines