FCDC is a Frontier County Governments’ agency mandated to promote, coordinate and facilitate the active and extensive participation of all sectors to effect the socio-economic development of its member counties through a holistic and integrated approach to promote and strengthen inter-regional linkages to ensure the increased viability of the Frontier county-wide and/or Frontier county-specific programs and projects.

Responsibilities

The Program Manager will be responsible for the overall coordination, management, and implementation of outcome 3 of the RANGE program. Key responsibilities include:

Program Planning and Execution:

• Develop detailed work plans and timelines.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with program goals.
• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of program activities.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Track program progress against objectives and deliverables.
• Conduct regular reviews and prepare comprehensive reports.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Foster strong relationships with community members, government officials, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate meetings and workshops to ensure stakeholder participation.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with program activities.
• Develop contingency plans as necessary.

Key Deliverables

• Detailed program work plans and timelines
• Regular progress reports and updates
• Comprehensive risk management plans
• Stakeholder engagement reports
• Final program evaluation and impact assessment

Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree: A bachelor’s degree in range management, Environment, Agriculture, livestock production, development studies, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree: Master’s in Project Management, Environmental Planning and Management (MA), Range Management (MSc.), Animal Production (MSc) or a related field.

Skills

• Leadership: The ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Time Management: Efficient in managing time and prioritizing tasks.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential project risks.
• Problem-Solving: Aptitude for solving issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Budget Management: Managing the project’s financial resources effectively.
• Technical Skills: Understanding the technical aspects of the project

Experience

• Relevant Work Experience: 15 years of experience in managing large, multi-stakeholder programs, preferably in the ASAL regions and in EKN-funded, SDC, USAID, EU, and Mercy Corps-funded projects
• Industry-Specific Experience: Experience in the food security sector is crucial.
• Project Lifecycle Knowledge: Experience managing projects through all phases—from initiation to closure.

Personal Attributes

• Attention to Detail: Ensuring all aspects of the project are managed meticulously.
• Adaptability: Being flexible and adaptable to changing project requirements and environments.
• Conflict Resolution: Ability to manage and resolve conflicts within the team or with stakeholders and between communities.

Tools and Software

• Project Management Software: Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
• Collaboration Tools: Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Teams or Zoom