Innovations for Poverty Action (Associate) Program Manager, Education Sector Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
The (Associate) Program Manager is a key member of IPA’s Education Sector team and primarily supports the SCALE project, a multi-country initiative delivered in partnership with the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and implementing partners.
The role manages assigned SCALE projects by coordinating principal investigators, IPA country offices, partners, governments and other stakeholders to implement research and policy activities.
The position contributes to research design, oversight and outputs, while also supporting sector strategy, partnership development, communications and fundraising efforts.
Responsibilities
Program Management of Education Projects (80%)
Contribute to research design, research oversight, data analysis and the development of policy briefs, presentations and other research outputs for the SCALE project.
Coordinate project stakeholders, including principal investigators, IPA country offices, funders, implementing partners and government stakeholders, ensuring alignment on timelines, responsibilities and key activities.
Ensure adherence to SCALE workplans and achievement of project goals and deliverables, while providing regular verbal and written updates to donors.
Work with IPA country offices and internal teams to develop and implement SCALE studies, including defining responsibilities, establishing communication channels, monitoring budgets and timelines, and providing technical input where needed.
Outreach, Strategy and Communications (10%)
Develop and coordinate communications materials, including website content, policy briefs and research products, in collaboration with communications and policy teams.
Participate in external meetings, presentations and convenings to strengthen relationships with donors, sector partners and academics.
Lead tracking and documentation of stakeholder engagement activities within Salesforce.
Support the Education Director in updating and implementing strategic plans, milestones and funding objectives for the Education Program.
Business Development (10%)
Support and, where appropriate, lead fundraising efforts and proposal development activities.
Identify funding opportunities and coordinate with principal investigators and IPA teams to develop research proposals.
Develop project budgets, maintain proposal support documents and coordinate proposal submissions.
Maintain the
Education Business Development tracker, including donor engagement updates, new opportunities and proposal progress.
Lead agenda setting and reporting during bi-weekly Education-Business Development meetings.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in International Public Policy, Development Economics, or a related field with coursework in quantitative methods.
At least four (4) years of relevant work experience, including education research, policy engagement and program or research management.
Research experience and demonstrated knowledge of the education sector, policy development and education interventions.
Familiarity with randomized controlled trials (RCTs).
Experience working with bilateral funders such as FCDO or USAID and engaging with donors and in-country stakeholders.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information in clear, non-technical language.
Strong presentation and reporting skills.
Flexibility, self-motivation, willingness to learn and strong teamwork skills.
Willingness to accommodate occasional meetings outside standard business hours to support global collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in primary data collection and mixed-methods research, including qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Knowledge of or experience with education projects focused on Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI).
Experience mainstreaming inclusion and equity considerations into education programming and research.
How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; Innovations for Poverty Action (Associate) Program Manager, Education Sector Jobs in Kenya
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