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Join ASI's dynamic team in Nairobi and lead impactful governance and peacebuilding programs in Somalia
Overview
Salary
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Location
Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary: Adam Smith International (ASI) is a premier consultancy spearheading transformative international development projects across Africa. With a regional office established in Nairobi since 2008, ASI is dedicated to fostering stability and growth in East, Central, and the Horn of Africa. This presents an unparalleled opportunity to be part of a team that is making a real difference, enhancing business growth, and influencing policy and programming within these regions.
- Steer the management of the Somalia Stability Fund III, focusing on governance, stability, and peacebuilding.
- Utilize your expertise in a role that is central to the delivery of high-quality projects.
- Work closely with local staff and stakeholders to achieve project goals.
- No Business Development responsibilities, allowing focus on project execution and management.
- Post-graduate degree in Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of professional experience, preferably in fragile states or the Horn of Africa.
- Proficient in negotiation, complex proposal writing, and advanced project management.
- Strong people management, budget, finance, and forecasting skills.
- Ability to forge credible client relationships and networks.
- Excellent computer literacy, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Outstanding written English and communication abilities with superb attention to detail.
Application Process Details:
- Apply directly or through Indeed.
- Upload your CV/resume.
- Complete the requested information and answer additional questions.
- Submit your application to be considered for this rewarding role.
Background Adam Smith International (ASI) is one of the leading providers of professional services in the international development space in Africa. In 2008, ASI established a regional office in Nairobi. For countries in East, Central and the Horn of Africa, it provides the foundation to drive significant business growth in the region through delivering high-quality projects with staff, oversight and offices located near to delivery, increasing effectiveness at developing networks and relationships, gaining political economy understanding, influencing policy & programming, and developing new markets.
The Role The Africa team is hiring a Manager to take over the management of the Somalia Stability Fund III (a multi-donor fund active in Somalia since 2013 focused on governance, stability and peacebuilding programming in Somalia. No significant Business Development responsibilities are expected for this role.
Job Requirements A post-graduate degree in Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences or equivalent is required. At least 2 years of relevant professional experience. Experience in fragile states. Experience in Sub-Saharan Africa/horn of Africa. Good negotiation skills. Good complex proposal writing skills. Advanced project management skills. Good people management skills. Good budget, finance and forecasting skills. Ability to build effective, credible client relationships and networks. Excellent computer skills, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Outstanding written English and communication skills. Superb attention to detail.
Benefits This is a local position and so does not offer expatriate benefits.
Application Details Apply or Apply with Indeed. Upload your CV or resume file. Fill out the information below. Answer the additional questions. Send your application.
