AATF Programme Officer – Technical Operations Directorate - Jobs in Kenya

AATF Programme Officer – Technical Operations Directorate - Jobs in Kenya

AATF is a not-for-profit organisation that facilitates and promotes access and delivery of appropriate proprietary agricultural technologies for use by resource-poor smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Based in Nairobi, but working across the continent, AAFT fosters its mission through public/private partnerships to reach its target farmers.

The organisation is a one-stop shop that provides expertise and know-how that facilitates the identification, access, development, delivery and utilisation of proprietary agricultural technologies.

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Director Technical Operations, the Programme Officer will assistant in the implementation of activities in the Technical Operations Directorate.

Specifically, she/he will:

Assist the DTO in technical duties, new project establishment/commencement, product launch engagements, etc.

Complement and interphase effectively with other AATF departments on cross-cutting roles

Assist in the preparation of annual project budget reviews and project status reports

Scheduling, organising and participating in project review meetings

Assist in provision of accurate project information for use in resource mobilisation

Participate in the preparation of project documents

Maintenance of the supervisor’s calendar, contacts with high-ranking visitors, arrangement of appointments and meetings.

Assist in the preparation of briefing materials for appointments, meetings, missions

Maintenance of rosters of project – related high-level partners, telephone lists

Assist in the preparation of correspondence, directives, comments on behalf of DTO for his/her signature and making follow-up when required

Maintenance of the filing system ensuring safekeeping of confidential materials

Assist in following up on deadlines, commitments made, actions taken and coordination of collection and submission of reports to the relevant departments

Scheduling, coordinating and documenting meetings

Desired Skills

Be creative and innovative in the preparation of Power Point presentations for the directorate and organisation

Work with minimal supervision

Holds effectively under highly demanding schedules and pressure

Exceptional interpersonal skills with an

ability to consistently maintain good working relationships, and work effectively in a team setting

Demonstrated ability to provide constructive performance feedback, effectively recommend, and communicate needed improvements

Demonstrated financial/ budget management skills

Outstanding organisational and time management skills including the ability to prioritise and multi-task

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment

Qualifications and Experience

Master’s degree in an Agricultural discipline or any other related and equivalent disciplines from a recognised institution

At least three (3) years’ experience in research, and development and dissemination of agricultural products

Hands on experience in data analysis and reporting

Have extremely good computational skills and use of general office and scientific software

Excellent communication skills including fluency in written and spoken English and the ability to write effectively for varied purposes and audiences

Administratively self-sufficient and strong computer skills with advanced proficiency with MS applications, and a willingness to learn additional software and systems as required
AATF is an equal opportunity employer;

Committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious and ethnic backgrounds and any other diversity groups to Apply and become a part of our organisation.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 8th July 2019

For more information and job application details, see; AATF Programme Officer – Technical Operations Directorate - Jobs in Kenya

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