Program Officer at Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ)

This position carries responsibilities for developing and overseeing on a day to day basis the content and activities of our endeavour to “be a catalyst that elevates the profile and influence of women in management and business”.
The successful candidate will be committed to a transparent working style with a good ethical framework and open communication. She will have experience of working on alone as well as within a team, in a highly pressured and fast paced environment; good writing skills, liaising with multiple partners within the sub-region, managing relationships, partners and statutory institutions.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Identifying potential partnerships with organizations
• Prepare and present as necessary all program documents, including annual work plans, budgets, financial progress reports, etc
• Produce first class program and funding proposals for WIMBIZ activities
• Fundraise for financial resources both local and externally to implement WIMBIZ programs
• Produce an annual timetable of all activities being planned
• Organize, coordinate, monitor and effectively and efficiently manage WIMBIZ programs and activities
• Facilitate update of the website on a regular basis, by seeking contributions from partners and proactively seeking new links, information and resources to include on the website
• Assist in the preparation and design of internal and external WIMBIZ communication materials including the Annual Report, and other organisational materials such as brochures, leaflets, etc
• Assist with the coordination and development of donors, partners and contacts list and databases and update the information regularly
• Write and edit articles, materials, press releases, concept notes for publication in newsletters and online bulletins
• Maintain and expand the WIMBIZ network in the gender empowerment and development and business community
• Actively participate in all operational and program staff meetings
• Work within and support WIMBIZ’s policies and procedures.

Qualification/ Requirements

• University degree in international relations, political science, business or public administration or related discipline. A Masters Degree any of these fields will be an advantage
• At least 3 years’ experience working for a national/international NGO or development agency

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Excellent command of spoken and written English, with good drafting and editing skills
• Analytical ability to identify and establish priorities, and attend to all details in a professional manner. Initiative, creativity, reliability, flexibility, thoroughness, and accuracy are critical.
• Ability to make judgements, assume responsibility, and work independently in a fast paced environment
• Ability to easily adapt to changing organisational needs, shifting priorities and a fast-paced work environment
• Strong project management, organisational, time management and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High standard of computer competency and literacy
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects at one time
• Ability to exercise discretion on confidential matters and to demonstrate sound judgement in consulting with and keeping others informed.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively to diverse audiences and understand their respective needs
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff and external contacts; sensitive to cultural differences
• when working with people from other cultures
• Knowledge and understanding of gender issues around the world and commitment to the mission of promoting gender equity