Programme Director

Closed for applications

Nairobi • Kenya

Posted: 15 Dec 2025

Apply by: 16 Jan 2026

Expired

Job details

Location

Nairobi • Kenya

Contract Type

Description

The Programme Director will be the technical and operational head of the FIYMA Implementation Team. S/He will be responsible for ensuring successful implementation of this 5-year, Mastercard Foundation-funded programme through providing strategic leadership, technical oversight and direct management of all activities related to the programme – in particular a $ 17 m Fund. A key function of this role will be managing effective partnerships with the Lead Sub Contractors/implementing partners.

Qualifications/Other Requirements

Master’s degree in development studies, Agricultural Economics, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership in large-scale donor-funded programmes (>$25M), including at least 7 years in a Programme Director, Chief of Party, Team Leader, or equivalent in a senior management role.
Proven experience in managing multi-partner consortia and large budgets of $25 M and above.
Demonstrated expertise in financial inclusion, MSME development, cooperative development, and agribusiness transformation.
Demonstrated adaptability, innovative thinking, and a track record in scaling financial and agricultural models sustainably.
Strong knowledge of youth empowerment approaches, gender equity, disability inclusion, and safeguarding.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili, with strong writing and reporting skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and team building skills
Ability to apply functional marketing, business planning, debt finance and investment, business growth advisory service or related areas.

Lead and oversee all phases of the programme cycle, including design, planning, implementation, quality assurance, monitoring, evaluation, learning, and accountability.
Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of programme operations to ensure activities are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Supervise and mentor programme staff, ensuring clear work planning, performance management, capacity development, and a supportive environment that fosters teamwork, innovation, and accountability.
Provide technical guidance and strategic direction in the development and implementation of work plans, strategies, training materials, operational manuals, and knowledge products.
Ensure effective integration of core technical areas, including business development services, market systems development, social inclusion, cooperative management, and climate-smart practices, across all programme components.
Strengthen internal coordination and collaboration within MESPT, ensuring efficient communication, alignment, and synergy across departments and thematic areas.
Represent MESPT at high-level meetings, workshops, and forums with government, development partners, private sector actors, and other stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and visibility of the programme.