Program Officer - Disaster Management at World Vision Kenya

PROGRAM OFFICER - DISASTER MANAGEMENT AT WORLD VISION KENYA Posted by Sokify | Full-Time | On-Site | Nairobi County, Kenya ABOUT THE ROLE World Vision Kenya is seeking an experienced Program Officer to lead the design, delivery and oversight of disaster management and humanitarian grant programming across Kenya. This is a strategic position that bridges project teams, technical specialists, finance colleagues and external stakeholders. You will transform donor commitments into actionable work plans, budgets and field-level implementation, using real-time monitoring data to guide decisions and ensure programmes respond effectively to communities facing drought, displacement and sudden emergencies. Your work directly impacts the timeliness, quality and measurable outcomes of life-saving humanitarian interventions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the complete grant lifecycle for disaster management programmes, from start-up through implementation, monitoring and close-out, ensuring strict alignment with design documents, donor standards and agreed milestones. Develop and strengthen logframes, monitoring and evaluation plans and indicator tracking systems, establishing standardised tools across project teams to enable consistent data collection and evidence-based decision making. Prepare and deliver narrative and periodic reports to the national office, government counterparts, support offices, donors and partners on schedule, while keeping senior management informed of significant programme changes or risks. Monitor Kenya's humanitarian landscape continuously, identify emerging risks and recommend evidence-based programme adjustments informed by current conditions. Work alongside the finance team to track implementation progress and spending against work plans, ensuring timely follow-up on audit recommendations. Coordinate baselines, evaluations, surveys and reviews with internal and external partners, translating findings into actionable improvements to programme design and management. Contribute to funding proposals, concept notes and donor budget negotiations, working with resource acquisition colleagues and responding to donor queries and government requests. Represent World Vision Kenya in national disaster management forums, cultivate relationships with the National Drought Management Authority, UN agencies, donors, INGOs and county government structures, and coordinate field visits from donors and support offices. Lead recruitment and onboarding of project staff, designing training sessions on donor requirements, humanitarian coordination, food assistance, proposal development, do-no-harm principles and disaster risk reduction. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Minimum five years of programme management experience with an international NGO, working across diverse contexts and thematic areas. Strong technical expertise in disaster management, anticipatory action and humanitarian coordination systems. Proven experience managing grants programming and understanding donor reporting requirements; resource mobilisation and fundraising experience is highly valued. Experience implementing projects in fragile or emergency settings is preferred. Demonstrated ability to engage strategically with senior government officials, UN agencies and INGO leadership at national and county levels. Strong budgetary and financial management capabilities, with excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency with computer software for developing and maintaining spreadsheets, databases and project management systems. Bachelor's degree in international relations, development, project planning and management or related field; a master's degree in international development is advantageous. Excellent written and spoken English. Demonstrated commitment to working effectively within multisectoral, multicultural teams with patience, cultural sensitivity and contextual awareness; willingness to travel to field sites as required. Familiarity with World Vision International's systems, policies, standards, vision, mission and core values. A mature, committed Christian able to work constructively across denominational differences. ABOUT WORLD VISION KENYA World Vision is an international Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation operating in nearly 100 countries worldwide. We create lasting change in the lives of children, families and communities working to overcome poverty and injustice. EMPLOYMENT TERMS Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site Location: Nairobi County, Kenya Salary: Competitive package with benefits Closing Date: Undisclosed Apply now through Sokify to join World Vision Kenya's mission-driven team.