Program Manager Grade 12 (One position) – OUK 33 views

Job Description for Program Manager

The Open University of Kenya aims to address the pressing issue of limited capacity in traditional universities by employing innovative teaching and learning methodologies, including online and distance education. By leveraging technology and flexible learning modes, the university seeks to accommodate a larger number of qualified students, enabling them to pursue higher education without the constraints of physical presence and limited campus capacities.

The University is established on the philosophy of quality education, technology and accessibility that advocates for inclusivity, flexibility, openness, and innovation. The philosophy makes the institution unique in addressing the Government’s national strategic needs for skills development that will drive socio-economic growth.

Program Manager Grade 12 (One position) – OUK

The Duties And Responsibilities Shall Include But Are Not Limited To:

1. Developing new projects to support the strategic direction of the University;
2. Develop proposals for various projects;
3. Producing accurate and timely reporting of projects’ status throughout their life cycles, developing work plans and standard operating procedures;
4. Communication with stakeholders of different projects. Implementing and managing changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved;
5. Serves as a liaison between Central Administration, Faculties, Institutes, and other stakeholders in different programs, as well as coordinates collaborative events;
6. Collecting and analyzing monitoring and evaluation data and preparing reports for the same;
7. Any other duties as assigned by the Vice-Chancellor from time to time.

For Program Manager To This Grade, One MUST Have:

1. A Master’s degree in Administration, Business Administration, Project Planning and Management, or any other relevant qualification from an accredited and recognized University;
2. A Bachelor’s Degree in Administration, Business Administration, Project Planning and Management or any other relevant qualification from an accredited University;
3. Membership in good standing to a relevant Professional body (ies) (where applicable) will be an added advantage;
4. Nine (9) years’ relevant experience;
5. Demonstrable experience in Project planning/Programming activities;
6. Demonstrable experience in networking, fundraising, and resource mobilization for research, scholarship, and development;
7. Administrative skills including organization, responsibility, teamwork, communication, time management, multi-tasking, and customer care.
8. Proficiency in ICT.

All applicants should;

Submit their application online through the specific links provided:  Administration OUK Jobs Applications

Attach: Application Letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating (academic qualifications, professional experience, academic leadership, list of publications, awards, scholarships, funding, membership to professional associations or bodies and linkages, valid email addresses, telephone contacts), Certified copies of Certificates, National ID, and other testimonials;

Provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees and ensure that you submit all reference letters as single scanned pdf file.

NOTE: The Terms of Service will be either Permanent and Pensionable or Contract, as shall be determined by the University Council.

Open University of Kenya (OUK) is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of either gender, persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications so as to be received on or before 25th June, 2024. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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