URGENT VACANT POSITIONS: CLUSTER MANAGERS

FH Kenya a Christian relief and development agency seeks to fill the following 2 vacant positions:
Post Title: Cluster Manager/Technical Advisor
Department: Programs
Location: Marsabit Lowlands (1) and Sololo (1)
Reports to: Programs Director
Contract Duration: One year - renewable
Applications closing date: 4th September 2017

MISSION STATEMENT
Motivated by Christ's love, this position plays a role in promoting the wholistic ministry of FH
through the framework of the organization’s vision mission and values. FH walks with churches
leaders and families in overcoming all forms of human poverty by living in healthy relationship
with God and His creation.


POSITION IN THE ORGANSIATION.
The Cluster Manager /Technical Advisor reports to the Program Director. He /She manages a team
of between 3-8 employees directly. The Cluster Manager/Technical Advisor provides leadership to
all staff within the cluster comprising of 8-50 employees and supervises all technical aspects within
the assigned sector.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Cluster Manager / Technical Advisor has the responsibility for managing program planning and
implementation, management of personnel, M&E and finance management within the cluster
ensuring the integration of all sectors and the transformational development of churches, leaders
and families. The Cluster Manager is part of a management structure that represents the program to the local
government structure and community structures and is expected to ensure that FH Kenya increasingly achieves
community transformation through quality assurance in project implementation and applying the
organization’s Heartbeat (Values, Vision and Purpose) as well as coordination of efforts at cluster
level.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Percentages are approximate and other duties may be assigned.

Key Result #1 – Program Planning and Management (40%)
1. Take lead in conducting situation need assessments in the program/cluster areas and designs
appropriate intervention plans in line with the country strategic plans
2. Take lead and support in proposal writing, reporting and fund raising for humanitarian
work in program/cluster areas.
3. Lead the yearly, quarterly and monthly planning process for all projects in the area/cluster
and share the developed plan with the Program Director and Finance Manager
4. Lead the implementation process on a daily basis and report any discrepancies observed in
the program implementation timely to the Program Director.
5. Promote collaborative working relationships between stakeholders and the operational
projects and to ensure maximum synergy within the program/cluster area for maximum
impact, influence and Scale up of the program
6. Plan and conduct regular field visits to assess the implementation of activities

Key Result #2 – Documentation, Reporting and M&E (20%)
1. In close liaison with the area/cluster teams, ensure that periodic progress reports (quarterly,
bi-annual and annual) for different projects in the area/cluster are prepared and submitted
within agreed reporting timelines and in accordance with the established donor and
organizational formats
2. In close collaboration with M&E Manager and other program staff ensure that M&E
processes are undertaken and feedback is continuously incorporated into program
implementation
3. Ensure proper documentation of program activities and best practices
4. Conduct monthly program staff meeting for better integration and smooth program
implementation within the program/cluster area

Key Result #3 – Financial and Human Resource Management (30%)
1. Ensure effective and efficient financial management and accounting for all income and
expenditures pertaining to the program/cluster.
2. Support the administrative function in safeguarding FH’s property, including land,
buildings, vehicles and others to ensure they are well maintained and protected from risk
3. Develop financial budgets and budget revisions that are in tandem with program activities
and ensure that the monthly budget utilization is as per the cash flow and planned activities
4. Ensure /oversee the preparation of annual cash flow projections and manage the quarterly
cash requests based on planned and approved activities and within the financial
management procedures
5. Ensure monthly financial reports are prepared and submitted and are in compliance with
donor and FH finance guidelines
6. Collaboratively work with the finance department to ensure smooth monitoring of project
budget.
7. Lead and manage staff ensuring clarity over strategy, plans and priorities, providing
supervision, guidance and mentoring, encouraging effective teamwork and inclusiveness and
building a team spirit through regular meetings and events.
8. Provide management support to direct reports in their management of others, and their
implementation of objectives, work plans and budgets.
9. Lead and contribute to developing and modeling a team culture characterized by a shared
vision, commitment and mutual accountability that reflects FH’s Heartbeat

Key Result #4 – Representation (10%)
1. Represent FH Kenya at the relevant county and national government authorities at
program/cluster level, helping to ensure constructive working relationships are maintained
to allow expansion, alignment and growth of FH’s transformation development programs
within the cluster/program area
2. Represent FH to other NGOs, and visitors ensuring coordination and attendance at relevant
interagency technical, and security coordination networks as necessary at the
cluster/program area level
3. Act as the voice of influence (advocacy related to development initiatives) to the different
relevant authorities, stakeholders on various issues that are of interest to FH at
program/cluster area

QUALIFICATIONS & PERSON SPECIFICATION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, attitude, skill,
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 Vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ
 Should be a strong team player and have the ability to manage a team and resolve conflicts.
 Knowledge and experience in project management and coordination
 Flexibility to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
 Possess analytical and problem solving skills, risk management skills as well as decision-
making skills
 Commitment to accountability to beneficiaries and transparency, showing dignity and
respect, and demonstrating listening and understanding skills.
 Excellent report writing, interpersonal and communications skills
 Knowledgeable in computer packages e.g., MS-Word, Excel, etc.
 Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with local communities and other stake
holders
 Willingness to live and work in a stressful environment with security challenges.
 Highly organized, innovative and visionary leader
 Ability to reside within the cluster and travel to the field at least 25% of their time.
Expectation is 25-50% of their time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1. Holder of Bachelors (BA), Masters’ degree in project management or any other relevant field
– ideally in Health, Nutrition, Livelihoods, and/or Education.
2. Experience working in drought emergency, post emergency situations especially in ASAL
areas
3. Proven strategic planning and program and project management experience in a
humanitarian/development environment
4. Proven experience of working with USG / USAID /UN/DFID in Kenya and general donor
relationships
5. Experience in working closely with other development partners and stakeholders including
but not limited to, sector working groups, county government, international and local NGOs
6. Extensive knowledge of project design and implementation, and proven budget management
experience coupled with experience in implementing and working in accordance with
corporate structures, policies and practices.
7. A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience working in a similar position in an international NGO,
8. Experience in proposal writing and budget development for programs in the assigned
expertise area.
9. Demonstrated experience with participatory approaches to development, including capacity
building of local institutions
10. Knowledge and experience working with other cultures and sensitive to the cross cultural issues

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or
expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to: Human Resource Manager
Email address: hr-fhkenya@fh.org latest by 4th September 2017.

NB: This is an urgent position and shortlisting will be done as applications are received. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Categories: NGO, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT