Programme Manager at Livestock247

Objectives

• Generate, Develop, and Oversee the execution of Projects within the Livestock Value Chain.
• Devise and execute strategies for generating projects quarterly, bi-annually, and annually as the frequency applies to the annual departmental budget.
• Lead communicationswith donors, Investors, and other project stakeholders.
• Develop,and reviewcontractual Agreements in collaboration with the Company Secretary and other leadership of the Organization.
• Collaborate with the line Manager, Finance, and Account department on the projected financial implication in executing a Project to forecast revenue generation.
• Proactivelyassess potential risks in the execution of a project and measures of mitigation.
• Develop and manage a detailed program plan to track project progress and milestones to ensure all aspects of the Project are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Schedule, coordinate, represent the organization, and document minutes of meetings such as; Opening Meetings, Review Meetings, Program Cycle Meetings, and Closure Meetings.
• Facilitate the development of commercial linkages between pilot lead farmers, buyers, processors, and other value chain actors.
• Develop Livestock strategies, methodologies, and identification of new approaches for improving Livestock in line with the Organization’s goals and objectives.
• Prepare Project completion reports and ensure consistency in narrative and financial reports and that they meet quality standards
• Participate in industry forums, conferences, meetings, and exhibitions.
• Develop the departmental policy and procedure manual
• Conduct routine partner on-site assessments to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and company-prescribed standards.
• Collaborate with the head of sales and marketing in implementing and maintaining the Standard Operating Procedures and work instructions necessary to achieve quality and product safety standards.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Medicine, Livestock Health Management, or a related field
• Possess a minimum of 7 years ’ related work experience in a related field and sector.
• Experience generating and implementing Livelihood or livestock-related projects.
• Experience working with NGOs and other developmental foundations.
• Excellent written andverbal communication skills.
• Excellent Report writing skills.
• Possess Knowledge of Federal,State Laws and rules governing the Livestock sector.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple assignments simultaneously and adapt to changing demands and circumstances.
• Ability to travel frequently within and outside the country to attend conferences, monitor projects,and facilitate business transactions.