Website Rural Poultry Centre
A local Malawian NGO promoting village communities in poultry.
RPC Program Manager
Job Description
The Rural Poultry Centre (RPC) is a local NGO in Malawi registered under the Trustees Incorporation Act of 1962. RPC exists to promote the needs of smallholder poultry farmers throughout Malawi and to raise livelihoods and contribute to improved nutrition in rural areas of Malawi. RPC adopts a keep-it-simple philosophy with an emphasis on effective support at the grass roots level. RPC is an equal opportunity employer.
The Program Manager role is a permanent position, requiring a high level of maturity, commitment, and leadership. Reporting to the Director, the Program Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of all aspects of our NGO’s operations. This includes overseeing strategic planning, financial control, logistics, and providing critical policy guidance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the capacity to shape the organization’s future direction, ensure the efficient use of resources, and support the implementation of impactful community development initiatives.
Qualifications and experience:
- A tertiary qualification in animal production and/or animal health from a recognised institution.
- Five years experience in a suitable similar position, preferably involving livestock and rural communities, and with clear responsibilities for cohesion and teamwork.
- Demonstrated ability and previous experience in writing and leading successful proposals.
- Commitment to the medium term Strategic Plan and aspirations of RPC as it grows and expands.
- Ability to work as a member of and lead a cohesive team.
- Demonstrable competency in communication, negotiation and consultation.
- Creativity and analytical ability in approaching challenges and seeking solutions.
- Familiarity with issues of gender and disability.
- A good working knowledge of the mainstream IT programs and the ability to learn and use electronic data collection programs for use in surveys, data analysis, communications etc.
- A current license to drive a motor vehicle is desirable
To apply for this job please visit ruralpoultrymalawi.org.