Job Description

Kosmos Innovation Centre is a non-profit organization that invests in young entrepreneurs and small

businesses. We empower entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into viable, self-sustaining businesses and we

work alongside promising small businesses to help them scale and reach their full potential.

Each program is driven by local staff and private sector experts, resulting in a distinctive focus on

commercial solutions and local knowledge. Our customized, best-in-class business support programs

feature a mix of skills training, mentorship, and seed funding.

Since our inception, more than 3,000 young leade0rs have been trained in business skills and

entrepreneurship through participation in our programs. Many of the start-ups formed or incubated

through us have secured additional investment and gone on to win other start-up competitions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

KIC is an equal opportunity employer that has zero-tolerance for discrimination on any basis. We actively

seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can develop talent and have sustained

impact. We are committed to a workplace of respect and psychological safety where equal employment

opportunities are available to all. We adhere to safer programming, and we do not engage in or

tolerate discrimination on the basis of gender, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital

status, or any other vulnerable groups in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics

We are committed to ensuring that all individuals we meet through our work, whether team members,

community members, program participants, volunteers, students, or others, are treated with respect and

dignity. We are committed to upholding the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and will not tolerate

any form of violence, harm, child abuse, sexual exploitation, or harassment by or of our team members

and program participants. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team

members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs,

and to always adhere to KIC’s Code of Conduct policies, safeguarding policy and values.

Job Description:

Summary

The Program Manager will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and technical oversight for all

our component activities across all regional hubs/centers in Ghana and leads coordination of all program

elements as well as collaboration with partners to grow and manage the program.

The role will report to the Executive Director.

The focus of this job is on achieving results which are aligned with the larger picture of the organization

and its strategic goals. Initiative, coupled with a sense of competitive drive, and the ability to stay focused

on results despite changing conditions, is the key to achieving the performance objectives of this job.

Because environmental and organizational conditions change rapidly, the work involves innovation and

creativity in generating ideas for quick response. Decision-making is focused on implementing practical,

timely solutions. The job requires getting things done quickly and handling a variety of activities. Self-

assurance, and the confidence to purposely drive toward results and engaging the commitment of others

is essential. A leadership style that is firm and goal oriented, and yet motivates, trains, and engages others in an enthusiastic way is important. The emphasis on building rapport and relationships with individuals

and groups requires an outgoing, poised, and persuasive communication style.

Job Responsibilities

Lead Program Development and Implementation across regional locations

o Develops AgriTech Challenge, Business Booster, School Farm Competition and Women’s

Bootcamp strategic plans, trains and directs staff on the implementation of strategic plan across

all components of the program.

o Develops and maintains a network of program collaborators to build sustainability across all

regional zones.

o Ensures that assigned project-based programs adhere to established schedules, specifications,

and budgets.

o Manages overall program timeline and implementation in accordance with our program mandate

and in collaboration with partner requirements.

o Leads local elements of the program and directs activities of regional officers on tactical

implementation.

o Ensures high quality execution, and good experience for all program stakeholders.

o Develops and implements program related policies and procedures.

Reporting, Monitoring, and Evaluation

o Ensures implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework so indicators and

targets ascribed to internal staff and external collaborating partners are duly achieved.

o Supervise the M&E Specialist in data collection efforts and progressive update of indicator

tracking and target table

o Support timely development and submission of technical progress reports to donor(s).

o Prepares, activity proposals, and other topics as needed for collaborating partners.

Program Advisor

o Serves as the lead advisor on all program related issues for existing and new partnerships.

Staff Management Responsibility

o Has oversight responsibility for all staff within the program unit and ensures effective

implementation of their activities and duties.

o Supervises the day-to-day workflow of the department; Conducts performance evaluations that

are timely and constructive.

o Handles discipline of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Job Characteristics

• Varied activities with multiple simultaneous projects within a fast-paced environment

• Rapport and relationship building focused on achieving results through the engaged commitment

of others.

• Delegation of details as necessary, with follow-up on timeliness and quality.

• Accountability for results

• Quick decision making in response to changing conditions.

• Extroverted, confident, enthusiastic leader who stimulates others to action focused on results.

• Hands-on with moderate exposure to physical hazards and minimum exposure to physical

exertion and prolonged use of visual display units.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science or related field required. Master’s degree or

professional certification in project management is an added advantage.

• Minimum of 10 years work experience in agribusiness, entrepreneurship or a related field and 4years management experience.

• In depth understanding of the development space and dynamics

• Excellent technical skills and in-depth knowledge of industry current happenings.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Gravitas with excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.

• Proven excellence in project management.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

• Ability to function well in a rapidly changing environment.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Take a look at the Kosmos Innovation Center website here.

Closing Date: 23rd Feb. 2024