To oversee Scholars recruitment operations, graduate education coordination, welfare support and Program monitoring and reporting with a critical focus on inclusion and safeguarding. 

Qualifications

1. PhD in Climate Science or Geography or Agriculture or Environmental Science or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Management or Agricultural Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Forestry from a recognized institution.
2. A Master’s degree in Climate Science or Geography or Agriculture or Environmental Science or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Management or Agricultural Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Forestry from a recognized institution.
3. A Postgraduate Diploma (Certificate) in Project Planning and Management.
4. An Honour’s Bachelor’s degree in Climate Science or Geography or Agriculture or Environmental Science or Natural Resource Management or Environmental Management or Agricultural Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Forestry from a recognized institution from a recognized institution.

Added advantage

A Postgraduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) from a recognized institution. 

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate the selection and recruitment of Program Participants;
2. Coordinate activities to facilitate teaching and learning of Graduate Scholars and Skilling Youth;
3. Oversee the provision of support and welfare services to Program Participants;
4. Co-ordinate continuous risk mapping and management in all the operations of the Program to ensure safe and efficient operations;
5. Support in the recruitment, induction, performance management, and professional development of Program staff in collaboration with the Directorate of Human Resources;
6. Facilitate preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and work plans, ensuring effective resource allocation and utilization in line with program goals;
7. Manage relationships and collaborative activities with internal and external partners to strengthen program delivery, visibility, and impact;
8. Oversee the Scholars’ Compliance to the rules and regulations of the University, and those specific to the Scholars Program;

Experience

A minimum of 9 years relevant working experience, 3 of which must have been at the level of Principal Program Officer in a reputable organization. 

Competencies

1. Experience in coordinating recruitment and selection of program participants.
2. Experience in planning and implementation of donor-funded training or research programs.
3. Demonstrated capacity in data analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and results-based reporting.
4. Proven track record in coordinating multi-stakeholder engagements.
5. Knowledge of legal and ethical standards in student support, human resource practices, inclusion and safeguarding.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.