Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Lightup impact is an online community of +100 early-stage locally led non-profits, grassroots organizations, in gender & health in East Africa

Responsibilities or duties

As a Program Coordinator and M&E Officer at Lightup Impact, you’ll be responsible for managing and coordinating two main programs within our organization: capacity strengthening online and in-person trainings and networking events (public and private to our members). You will also be responsible for data collection and analysis based on pre-existing M&E frameworks.

You’ll collaborate directly with the program managers, our partners, and other stakeholders to plan and ensure the successful implementation and execution of these programs. You’ll also play a vital role in facilitating meaningful engagement with stakeholders.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Your profile

Bachelor’s degree or certification/diploma in a relevant field such as International Development, Social Sciences, Community Development, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, Program Management, or a related discipline.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and build positive relationships.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite, and other relevant software applications.

Experience needed

At least 1-2 years of proven experience working in program coordination, project management, or related roles, preferably within the nonprofit sector or community development context.

Experience in working with a remote team and with digital program/project management software (e.g., Asana) and the Zoom platform is an advantage

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Available to travel for in-person training activities within Kenya.

• Coordinate logistics and administrative tasks related to program implementation, including scheduling meetings, sending emails to training or event participants and partners, and coordinating online Zoom meetings.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication, coordination, and collaboration throughout the program lifecycle.
• Work closely with the program manager to ensure the project workplan is smoothly implemented.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with program participants, partners, donors, trainers, and other stakeholders through regular communication, engagement, and feedback mechanisms.
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and reporting of program data and performance indicators to assess progress, measure outcomes, and identify areas for improvement.
• Work closely with the program manager to monitor program activities and progress against targets, ensuring timely reporting to relevant stakeholders.
• Work closely with the communications team, providing content and performance data for quarterly or annual reports.

• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to build positive relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in Google Suite
• Proficiency in other relevant software applications
• Experience in working with a remote team (advantage)
• Experience with digital program/project management software (e.g., Asana) (advantage)
• Experience with the Zoom platform (advantage)

• Bachelor’s degree or certification/diploma in a relevant field such as International Development, Social Sciences, Community Development, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, Program Management, or a related discipline.