The Diocese of Butere came into existence on 1 January 1993 as a subdivision of the former Diocese of Maseno North. It encompasses the geographical area in Western Kenya formerly known as North Kavirondo, which was initially a part of Uganda and under Mukono Diocese’s jurisdiction. The missionary journey to Butere began in 1912 when Archdeacon Walter Chadw...

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Special Programs and Projects Manager

Job Type

Contract

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

Experience

5 years

Location

Kakamega

Job Field

Project Management

The successful candidate will ensure sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and strategic development aligned with the mission and values of the Diocese.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of diocesan projects and programs.
• Provide strategic and operational oversight for diocesan institutions to ensure sustainability and growth.
• Prepare project proposals, budgets, and progress reports for the Diocesan Board and stakeholders.
• Oversee financial management, resource mobilization, and accountability in all projects.
• Supervise and mentor project and institutional staff, fostering teamwork and innovation.
• Build and maintain partnerships with donors, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with diocesan policies, donor requirements, and government regulations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certification (PMP, PRINCE2) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing multi-sectoral projects or institutions, preferably in a faith-based or non-profit environment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing income-generating activities and community-based programs.
• Strong skills in budgeting, financial oversight, and reporting.
• Proven leadership and people management abilities.

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of diocesan projects and programs.
• Provide strategic and operational oversight for diocesan institutions to ensure sustainability and growth.
• Prepare project proposals, budgets, and progress reports for the Diocesan Board and stakeholders.
• Oversee financial management, resource mobilization, and accountability in all projects.
• Supervise and mentor project and institutional staff, fostering teamwork and innovation.
• Build and maintain partnerships with donors, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with diocesan policies, donor requirements, and government regulations.

• Budgeting
• Financial oversight
• Reporting
• Leadership
• People management
• Project management
• Partnership building
• Compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certification (PMP, PRINCE2) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing multi-sectoral projects or institutions, preferably in a faith-based or non-profit environment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing income-generating activities and community-based programs.
• Strong skills in budgeting, financial oversight, and reporting.
• Proven leadership and people management abilities.