Location:
Nyahururu, Laikipia
Contract Type:
Contract
Experience Required:
3 to 4 years
Education Level:
Bachelor's Degree
Job Description
Job Summary:
In the spirit of empowering communities through sustainable development programs, Caritas Nyahururu is seeking a highly qualified WASH Program Manager to join our team to oversee and coordinate our Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) activities. The Program Manager will report directly to the Caritas Director and manage the WASH team to ensure the success of various projects in the program, aimed at promoting sustainable Church and Community development.
Key Responsibilities:
• Program Coordination:
Lead, manage, and coordinate all WASH-related program activities, ensuring their alignment with the organizational mission, vision, strategic objectives, and core values.
• Team Leadership:
Directly supervise the WASH program team and actively provide guidance in the execution of duties by the WASH team with a focus on ensuring team cohesion and maximum productivity.
• WASH Project Management:
Oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of WASH projects, ensuring they meet budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Reporting & Documentation:
Prepare detailed and timely reports on program progress, challenges, and achievements, and provide regular updates to the Caritas Director and key stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
Build and maintain relationships with donors, government bodies, local authorities, and community stakeholders to enhance program visibility and impact.
• Program Administrator:
Organize and lead the program initiatives within the organisation through relaying information to the team, respond to urgent requests and foster a healthy working relationship within the departments in the organisation.
• Capacity Building:
Ensure training sessions are organized and facilitated for staff, church leaders, and community members to promote sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
• Monitoring & Evaluation:
Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation systems are in place to assess program outcomes and measure the impact of WASH interventions.
Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in program management, with a strong focus on WASH programs and community mobilization.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of WASH-related issues, environmental sustainability, and community development.
• Experience working with faith-based organizations and community engagement through church networks is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with project evaluation frameworks and donor reporting requirements.
Personal Attributes:
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Proactive and adaptable to changing project needs and environments.
• Commitment to the values and mission of Caritas Nyahururu.
• Ability to mentor staff of various skills and personalities.
• Strong people management skills.
• Strong capability in project planning and task identification.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Caritas Nyahururu is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity as part of our values. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates interested in the position are invited to submit their CV, a cover letter accompanied by their academic certificates to [email protected] or deliver a physical application to the Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu Secretariat offices with the below address.
To:
The Director
Caritas, Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu
P.O Box xxxxxxx
Nyahururu-Kenya
All applications must be submitted before 21st August 2025.
In the spirit of empowering communities through sustainable development programs, Caritas Nyahururu is seeking a highly qualified WASH Program Manager to join our team to oversee and coordinate our Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) activities. The Program Manager will report directly to the Caritas Director and manage the WASH team to ensure the success of various projects in the program, aimed at promoting sustainable Church and Community development.
Key Responsibilities:
• Program Coordination:
Lead, manage, and coordinate all WASH-related program activities, ensuring their alignment with the organizational mission, vision, strategic objectives, and core values.
• Team Leadership:
Directly supervise the WASH program team and actively provide guidance in the execution of duties by the WASH team with a focus on ensuring team cohesion and maximum productivity.
• WASH Project Management:
Oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of WASH projects, ensuring they meet budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Reporting & Documentation:
Prepare detailed and timely reports on program progress, challenges, and achievements, and provide regular updates to the Caritas Director and key stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
Build and maintain relationships with donors, government bodies, local authorities, and community stakeholders to enhance program visibility and impact.
• Program Administrator:
Organize and lead the program initiatives within the organisation through relaying information to the team, respond to urgent requests and foster a healthy working relationship within the departments in the organisation.
• Capacity Building:
Ensure training sessions are organized and facilitated for staff, church leaders, and community members to promote sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
• Monitoring & Evaluation:
Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation systems are in place to assess program outcomes and measure the impact of WASH interventions.
Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in program management, with a strong focus on WASH programs and community mobilization.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of WASH-related issues, environmental sustainability, and community development.
• Experience working with faith-based organizations and community engagement through church networks is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with project evaluation frameworks and donor reporting requirements.
Personal Attributes:
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Proactive and adaptable to changing project needs and environments.
• Commitment to the values and mission of Caritas Nyahururu.
• Ability to mentor staff of various skills and personalities.
• Strong people management skills.
• Strong capability in project planning and task identification.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Caritas Nyahururu is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity as part of our values. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates interested in the position are invited to submit their CV, a cover letter accompanied by their academic certificates to [email protected] or deliver a physical application to the Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu Secretariat offices with the below address.
To:
The Director
Caritas, Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu
P.O Box xxxxxxx
Nyahururu-Kenya
All applications must be submitted before 21st August 2025.
Number of vacancies:
1
Company Description
Caritas Nyahururu is a Faith Based Organisation operating under the jurisdiction of the Catholic Diocese of Nyahururu (CDoN). Our main objective is 'Transforming livelihoods of people living in the jurisdiction of CDoN, working with people of all faiths, beliefs or cultural practices without discrimination.'
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