National Project Manager (NPM) – Agribusiness at Selistar Management Services

Selistar Management Services

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
National Project Manager (NPM) – AgribusinessThe National Project Manager (NPM) is responsible for the strategic planning, coordination, and management of an Agribusiness Project implementation.Role and ResponsibilitiesProgram Planning and Coordination * Develop and implement a detailed work plan, including activity sequencing, timelines, and milestones, aligned with project results framework.
  • Coordinate with the stakeholders and partners to ensure seamless execution across project counties.
  • Facilitate bi-monthly coordination sessions and technical review meetings.
2. Project Management and Oversight * Oversee the deployment of the project Program Management and M&E Systems
  • Monitor progress against key performance indicators
  • Ensure timely delivery of project deliverables, including inception reports, monthly/quarterly reports, and a sustainability handover report.
3. Stakeholder Engagement * Lead high-level partner engagement with agribusiness service providers and community institutions
  • Support agribusiness service providers sensitization workshops and stakeholder onboarding.
  • Foster collaboration with county governments and national agencies
4. Capacity Building and Mentorship * Supervise the rollout of mentorship programs covering agripreneurship, digital literacy, and business skills.
  • Ensure training content is accessible in Digital Platform.
5.Reporting and Documentation * Prepare and present structured monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the client including gender-disaggregated data and lessons learned.
  • Document best practices and challenges to inform program improvements.
  • Present reports in scheduled meetings, ensuring acceptance is recorded in meeting minutes.
6. Sustainability and Scalability * Develop strategies for private sector-led continuation of the incubation and acceleration model beyond the project period.
  • Propose scalability plans for expanding to additional counties or value chains.
QualificationsEducation: * Master's degree in agribusiness, entrepreneurship, rural development, project management, Development Studies, Business Demonstration or a related field.
  • Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is Mandatory
Experience: * Minimum of 8 years of experience in project planning, coordination, and management, with at least 5 years in agribusiness, entrepreneurship, or rural development projects.
  • Proven track record of managing large-scale agricultural or value chain development projects, preferably in Kenya or East Africa.
  • Experience in digital agriculture, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building programs.
  • Familiarity with AfDB or IFAD or World Bank-funded projects and procurement guidelines is an advantage.
Skills: * Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello) and data analysis software.
  • Knowledge of digital platforms and agricultural extension services.
  • Fluency in English; proficiency in Swahili is highly desirable.
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