Risk & Resilience Coordination Senior Associate

One Acre Fund is hiring a Project Manager to guide their Risk and Resilience team in achieving strategic objectives and managing projects across agricultural and climate insurance, microinsurance, cash transfers, research, and reinsurance.

Job Responsibilities:

• – Project Coordination and Management: Oversee project delivery, ensuring timely completion, adherence to scope and budget.
• – Strategic Planning: Develop strategic plans for each team arm, monitor progress, identify bottlenecks, and propose solutions.
• – Partner Engagement: Act as a key contact for partners, facilitating communication between team members, departments, and external stakeholders.
• – Innovation and Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for innovation in project management and operational processes, implementing new systems or tools to enhance efficiency.
• – Market Analysis: Utilize knowledge of the African insurance or financial services sector to inform project strategies.

Requirements:

• – 5+ years of experience in project management within the insurance, financial services, or development sector.
• – Experience managing complex projects with multiple partners.
• – Entrepreneurial mindset, with enthusiasm for innovation and continuous improvement.
• – Knowledge of the African climate, development, and financial services space, and an understanding of the insurance sector challenges and opportunities.
• – Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Management, or a related field.

Benefits:

• – Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits.
• Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Eligibility: This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.