Branch Manager at Young Women Christian Association

Job Description

The Association invites application for the position of Branch Manager for its Branch in Meru. The successful candidate will be based in Meru and will report to the Branch Executive Committee through the Branch Chairperson.

Duties and Responsibilities

• In charge of the day to day running of the Branch
• In charge of Human Resource Management in the Branch in liaison with the National Headquarters
• Liaise with the National Headquarters on Administrative and Policy matters as per existing YWCA Governance regulations
• Ensure Resource Mobilization for Branch Programmes and Activities
• Ensure timely reporting to National Headquarters; Branch Standing Committees and donor agencies as may be required
• In charge of the organization’s facilities in the Branch
• Coordinate all Standing Committee meetings and all other meetings at the Branch level as per YWCA Policy
• Maintenance of facilities
• Sustainability of the Branch
• Oversee and ensure effective Programme Management at the Branch
• Responsible for Financial Management at the Branch and ensure that Internal Controls are adhered to
• Ensure Development and adherence to Annual Plans and Budgets as per the existing Strategic Plan
• Participate in National meetings and events as required
• Ensure Membership recruitment, development and retention at the Branch level
• Ensure capacity building and orientation for staff and volunteers is done, in liaison with the National Headquarters
• Enhance fellowship among staff and members
• Networking and collaboration with partners undertaking similar activities

Qualifications & Skills:

• Diploma in Business Administration/Management, Project Management or Community Development
• 4years experience in a similar position is desirable
• Demonstrated experience in Programme Management and Community Development will be an added advantage
• Must be computer literate with report writing skills
• MUST be a Christian aged between 30-40 years
• Women are encouraged to apply.