Associate Field Manager

Job Description

GiveDirectly is a humanitarian organisation that provides direct cash transfers to people living in poverty. Since 2011, it has delivered over $1 billion to more than 2 million people across 15 countries, promoting a scalable, cost-effective and dignified approach to poverty alleviation.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations and coordinate field activities across Magarini Sub-County.
• Manage, supervise, mentor and support Field Officers to ensure effective performance and team well-being.
• Monitor enrollment progress, data quality and field performance, providing regular feedback and coaching.
• Analyse field data, prepare reports and recommend improvements to operational processes.
• Support data collection, quality assurance, troubleshooting and implementation of new projects.
• Manage field supplies, equipment, recipient phones and administrative requisitions.
• Oversee field timesheets, transport expenditure reconciliations and airtime allowances.
• Build and maintain relationships with local administrators, community leaders and other stakeholders.
• Identify and manage operational, cultural and security risks affecting field activities.
• Identify impact stories and support donor, media and stakeholder visits.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience managing teams in the humanitarian or development sector.
• Proven experience in people management, particularly in remote or resource-constrained environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel and Google Sheets.
• Good understanding of Magarini Sub-County, including local customs, community dynamics and terrain.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High integrity, empathy and alignment with GiveDirectlys values.
• Experience with digital data tools, community engagement, financial reconciliation or social protection programmes is an added advantage.

Mandatory Requirement

• Fluency in Giriama language is a MUST.