Project Manager, Mifugo Ni Mali

Reporting to Senior Manager, Enterprise Development, the Programme Manager Mifugo ni Mali (MNM) is responsible for the implementation of the Mifugo ni Mali Programme under the KCB Foundation’s enterprise development pillar. Mifugo ni Mali is a flagship for livestock sector development targeting smallholder farmers in Arid and Semi-Arid areas (ASALs). The project seeks to transform livestock farming into a profitable, sustainable, and export-ready enterprise. The Project is currently spread across 20 counties in Kenya and supporting a portfolio of over 18000 Farmers across over 80 Farmer Produce Organizations'.

Key Responsibilities; -

a. Project Planning & Strategic Execution
o Support the design and execution of livestock value chain interventions aligned with Mifugo ni Mali objectives, KCB and the Foundation’s broader strategy.
o Translate project goals into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with timelines, targets, and desired outcomes.
o Identify strategic partners and opportunities that enhance program value chains and geographic reach.
b. County Government & Partner Coordination
o Engage county governments, agricultural officers, and implementing partners to drive localized delivery of project components.
o Foster strong partnerships that ensure shared accountability, co-financing, and technical collaboration.
o Identify new strategic partners, including private sector, NGOs, cooperatives, and development agencies—to strengthen program reach and value addition.
c. Contracts, MOUs & Partnership Management
o Lead the development, negotiation, and management of MOUs, contracts, and partnership agreements with counties and strategic partners.
o Monitor partner compliance, deliverables, roles, and responsibilities to ensure alignment with project objectives and donor expectations.
o Maintain organized documentation, support due diligence processes, and coordinate periodic partner reviews to strengthen accountability and collaboration.
d. Team Coordination & Field Operations Management
o Work closely with internal project teams and external field staff to coordinate training, farmer outreach, and value chain activities.
o Motivate and support implementation teams through regular briefings, feedback loops, and joint problem-solving.
e. Capacity Building & Farmer Training
o Organize and facilitate training for livestock farmers on best practices including animal husbandry, feed management, disease control, and financial literacy.
o Develop training materials and leverage technical partners to improve farmer productivity and resilience.
f. Community Mobilization & Stakeholder Engagement
o Lead the mobilization of farmer groups, cooperatives, and community leaders to participate in program activities.
o Serve as the primary liaison between KCB Foundation, farmers, cooperatives, and KCB bank team to enhance buy-in and participation.
g. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
o Track performance indicators to assess progress toward strategic targets.
o Support real-time learning by collecting and analyzing data on reach, uptake, and outcomes for timely decision-making and donor reporting.
h. Reporting & Accountability
o Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to inform internal decision-makers and external partners.
o Ensure reports reflect both quantitative results and qualitative impact stories.
i. Financial & Administrative Oversight
o Support budgeting, expenditure tracking, and resource planning in collaboration with the finance team.
o Maintain accurate records of activities, farmer engagements, and logistical support provided.
j. Risk Management & Compliance
o Identify implementation risks early and propose practical mitigation measures.
o Ensure all activities comply with KCB Foundation policies, regulatory guidelines, and donor requirements.
k. Sustainability & Graduation Pathways
• Support design and implementation of graduation models that enable farmers to transition to sustainable livestock enterprises.
• Promote integration with KCB bank and market linkages to support long-term impact beyond the project cycle

The Person
For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

Academic & Professional

Particulars Detail Specific Field or Qualification Need Type[1]

Education Bachelor’s Degree Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field. RQ
Professional Qualifications Project Management/Community Development AA
Master’s degree MBA, AA

b. Experience

Total minimum years of work experience
5

1. Detail Minimum No of Years Need Type5
   Programme/Project Management (in Community Dev.) 5 ES

Business/enterprise development 3 ES
Stakeholder Management 3 ES
Agribusiness development 2 ES
Risk Management 4 DE
Communication and advocacy 3 DE
People Management 3 ES
Resource mobilization 1 DE

The above position is a demanding role for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please log in to our Recruitment portal and submit your application with a detailed CV.

Qualified candidates with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.