Program Officer

The Program Officer for Program Development and Innovation is responsible for the development and deployment of program innovations in agriculture innovation and measuring the impact of the Foundation. This role will deliver new programs or program improvements and will coordinate the participation of relevant team members, internal and external partners, monitor and measure the impact of initiatives, and assess the readiness of innovations for deployment. The Officer will also provide inputs in the formulation of a learning and knowledge management program.

The Program Officer is responsible for developing and incubating programs in a specific strategic development agenda and deliver on the following Key Result Areas:

1. Strategic Management: Provide inputs to environmental scanning and regular assessment of the external and internal environment to formulate critical insights to the development of a long-term strategic plan
2. Program Development and Innovation: Implement the program development process including identifying program objectives, developing and testing of the new program or program improvements, assessment of the feasibility of the program and facilitate its launching and/or scaling up
3. Learning Management: Facilitate the internal collection, sharing and dissemination of knowledge and learning generated by the Foundation and its partners; and
4. Impact and Results Management: Perform the research and evaluation function for the assigned strategic area, especially on the collection, analysis and reporting of data on pilot programs and innovations and the assessment and evaluation of program effectiveness

JOB EXPERIENCES and SKILLS REQUIRED

• At least 5 years of experience
• Knowledge of corporate social responsibility (CSR) - with appreciation of current and emerging CSR issues and trends
• Project management - Strong organizational and planning skills to effectively manage complex programs, budgets, and timelines while coordinating multiple projects at the same time.
• Communications skills - excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability communicate complex information to a variety of stakeholders including staff, partners and beneficiaries.
• Attention to details and ability to handle multiple tasks, priorities, and changing circumstances, and to remain flexible and responsive to changing needs and requirements.
• Emotional intelligence - understanding and managing one's own emotions and those of others, exhibiting genuine concern for the needs of others and the ability to understand and respond to their needs.
• Collaboration- with a strong sense of collaboration within and across teams, stakeholders, and partners to achieve common goals and to create a positive and supportive work environment.
• Values and Commitment - Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for the Foundation’s mission
• Experience in knowledge management and monitoring and evaluation is a plus

EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT REQUIRED

• Graduate in Development Studies, Public Management, Community Development, Agri Business or other fields related to innovations in agriculture and agri business. Post-graduate degree or studies will be an advantage.