AgriFI Food Safety Programme (AGRIFI) Programme Assistant at Micro Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT)

Job Description

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The overall objective of the Micro-Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT) is to promote economic growth, employment creation and poverty alleviation through support to enterprises. MESPT works with intermediaries that provide financial or business development services to improve the performance of enterprises. The aim is to strengthen financial intermediaries in order to establish a strong, stable, market-based micro-finance sector in Kenya. What is MESPT? Micro-Enterprises Support Programme Trust (MESPT) was established in November by the Government of Kenya, represented by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Finance and the European Union to assume and continue with the activities of the Micro-Enterprises Support Programme (MESP), previously implemented also by the Government of Kenya and the European Union between and . MESPT began operations in January and started by offering wholesale loans to financial organisations, including microfinance institutions, savings and credit cooperative societies and financial services associations, for onward lending to micro-enterprises. In , the European Union relinquished its rights as a founder and passed those rights to the Danish Representation in Nairobi, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark (DANIDA), represented by the Head of the Danish Mission in the Republic of Kenya.

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Job Purpose

The Programme Assistant will work with and provide administrative support to the members of the programme team in the implementation of the programme.

Key Responsibilities

Programme Management

Assist in coordinating the implementation of the programme with other stakeholders. Support the programme team on various administrative and logistical tasks as per the work plan. Assist programme staff during surveys, planning and implementation especially in preparing the logistics including annual conferences, trainings, and visiting delegations. Provide effective support to the Programme team in organizing programme meetings, appointments for the programme staff and take minutes during meetings as required. Ensure efficient filing of programme documentation and manage the programme’s Electronic Document Management System Assist the Project Officers in data collection, data entry and data cleaning/verification. Support in compiling periodic reports on the status of the programme on a need’s basis Assist in documenting and sharing relevant information and lessons learnt with programme staff. Develop trackers and tables for planning and monitoring upcoming tasks and responsibilities. Track all documents through stages of development.

Office management

In charge of all the office administration duties including office inventory management to ensure an efficient operation of the office Effectively liaise with both external and internal stakeholders and provide timely and smooth flow of information and appropriate communication within the programme office. Coordinate and facilitate requests related to venue requirements, works orders, travel requests and materials for publications. Maintain contract details of all programme assets/resources. Maintain an up-to-date list of contact details of service providers, monitor renewal of existing service contracts, and verify and check that services are provided efficiently. Receive incoming mail and invoices and direct them to the appropriate team members. Keep a record of inbound and outbound mail. Ensure the cleanliness and the good disposition of the programme office.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Human Resource, Business administration, or any other relevant field. At least 4 years of leading program administrative activities in a development program setting Prior experience working as a Programme Assistant in a relevant field Strong administrative skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Proficient with computer technology and Microsoft Office

Role Competence

A proven capability to provide gainful insight and practical and pragmatic solutions to programme challenges with a bias towards action and resolving issues quickly. Good analytical and critical thinking skills, Problem-solving, judgment and decision-making skills. Strong oral and written communication skills Excellent negotiation, time management and problem-solving skills

Behaviour

Professional and pleasant demeanor to meet with programme stakeholders Sharp attention to detail with an extraordinary ability to multitask. Reliable and diligent worker Able to sit, stand and move around for long hours at a time Able to work both independently, efficiently, and effectively as well as in collaboration with people at various levels and from different backgrounds. Able to work under pressure and manage time effectively. Ability to accept accountability, results oriented approach to achievement of objectives. Have a sense of urgency and attention to detail. Positive, energetic self-starter with a high level of personal drive and resilience

Terms:  18-month contract, 3-month probation and 1-month notice period