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Senior Project Manager, Stakeholder Management
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Contract type:
Independent contractor
Project duration:
30 months
Location
: Remote, West or East Africa base preferred
Start date
: Immediate
Remuneration
: Competitive
Deadline for Applications:
Tuesday 7 October 2025, 5PM GMT
Candidates should send their CV, References and LinkedIn Profile to:
Kindly note that not all candidates may receive a response due to resource constraints.
SUMMARY
The
African Crowdfunding Association
(ACfA) is a pan African non-profit organisation based in Cape Town. Its mission is to advance regulations for securities-based crowdfunding in Africa. In partnership with the
Mastercard Foundation
and
MEDA
, ACfA is supporting several financial market regulators in establishing regulatory frameworks for investment crowdfunding over a three-year period.
This work forms part of a broader incubation initiative of the
Mastercard Foundation Africa Growth Fund
to boost the domiciliation of funds and investment vehicles in African jurisdictions. This will unlock new SME financing pathways notably through
mobilising local currency capital from individual investors in Africa and the diaspora.
ACfA is seeking a
Senior Project Manager
,
Stakeholder Engagement
to manage the roll-out of technical assistance and private sector stakeholder engagement in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria and the WAEMU region. It is strongly preferred that candidates are bilingual English - French. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who understands the challenges of early-stage investing in Africa and is willing to play a strategic role in building an enabling policy and regulatory environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Working closely with the Director, Regulations and the incubation initiative's Domiciliation team, the Senior Project Manager will play an essential role in the success of this initiative and its impact on women and youth. Responsibilities include and are not limited to:
High level stakeholder management
- Coordinate all virtual and in-country engagements with national and regional financial market regulatory authorities, government agencies and regional regulatory working groups, liaising directly with CEOs and senior staff.
- Coordinate and engage adjacent entities such as national and regional industry associations, investor networks and FinTech associations.
- Engage stakeholders including regulatory authorities, industry bodies and networks in key diaspora markets as well as peer markets in Asia.
- Assist with the identification and mapping of private sector stakeholders in each jurisdiction, from local investment vehicle leaders to technology providers in the crowdfunding value chain.
- Collaborate closely with the Mastercard Foundation, MEDA and the Domiciliation team to align on in-country roll-outs, events and high level policy and advocacy engagements.
- Coordinate and convene the Pan African Consultative Forum on Investments Crowdfunding (PACFIC) as part of ACfA's systems change approach to regulatory design and harmonisation.
Regulatory project management
- Map internal regulatory processes and workplans - from initial drafts to final publication and internal approvals - for each national and regional financial market authority in collaboration with their staff.
- Coordinate workstreams with partnering law firms and legal experts within the incubation initiative and the PACIFC with particular regard to supporting private sector adoption of the regulations.
- Coordinate the delivery of ACfA's virtual and in-person Technical Assistance and Capacity building sessions.
- Map and coordinate processes for regional and bilateral regulatory harmonisation in collaboration with regional bodies.
- Identify and mitigate risks to implementation and ensure effective use of grant funds over the period.
Research and Communications
- Assist the Director, Regulations with ad-hoc legal and regulatory research needs.
- Synthesize research and produce presentations using Canva or Powerpoint.
- Work closely with the incubation initiative's communications team to draft and publish communications for different stakeholder groups.
- Coordinate and oversee ad-hoc research projects undertaken by junior staff.
Team management and Reporting
- Support one or two junior team members and/or interns with research assignments and tasks.
- Compile monthly updates and quarterly progress reports.
- Compile simple MERL frameworks, maintain risk management logs and a basic GANTT chart.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES & QUALITIES
- Balances visionary and big-picture thinking with practical steps.
- Works effectively without constant supervision, a traditional "boss" or middle management.
- Highly reliable and consistent, demonstrating follow-through and responsibility for "closing loops".
- Builds own systems to manage tasks, deadlines and information.
- Strong planning skills with the ability to think several steps ahead and proactively manage risks.
- Adjusts communication style to different audiences thanks to a strong command of language.
- Manages stress and pressure with calmness and self-regulation.
- Comfortable with direct communication as well as giving and receiving constructive feedback.
- Comfortable working in evolving, complex and ambiguous environments.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- A Masters Degree in Law, Finance, Political Science, Communications or related field.
- Excellent written and spoken English and full professional proficiency in French (bilingual preferred).
- At least 10 years of professional experience, of which 7 in a project management role.
- Previous role(s) in the African investment industry and early-stage finance ecosystems.
- Demonstrable experience working with public and private sector stakeholders in Africa.
- Experience managing international projects across time zones and within multi-cultural contexts.
- Prior experience with financial market regulations, company law, fund management is preferred.
WAYS OF WORKING
- ACfA has a flat organisational structure with a team of four.
- We value direct communication, openness to individual identities, respect for personal boundaries and participation in consensus-building.
- While overall responsibility for project execution lies with the Acting CEO and Director of Regulations, our purpose-driven team works with a high degree of individual autonomy and self-management.
- Our team collaborates remotely using Slack, Carbon Voice, Zoom, Google Workspace, Canva, Sharepoint and other software.
- A fully equipped office is available for candidates based in Cape Town and for team off-sites.
- It is essential that candidates are equipped with a permanent, reliable internet connection, laptop and smartphone.
- Travel within Africa (10%-20% of time) and a valid passport is essential.
Candidates should send their CV, References and LinkedIn Profile to:
Applications via LinkedIn will also be accepted.
Please note that our team may not have capacity to respond to all applicants and we apologise in advance for this.
Lead Project Manager - Global Operations
Posted 21 days ago
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Remote Senior Operations Manager - Project Leadership
Posted 12 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing operational strategies to align with company goals and objectives.
- Overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of major projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.
- Managing operational teams, providing leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to foster a high-performance culture.
- Identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
- Developing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational effectiveness and identify areas for enhancement.
- Ensuring compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
- Managing resource allocation, including personnel, budget, and technology, to support operational needs.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including department heads, to ensure seamless integration of operations and project management.
- Implementing and managing risk mitigation strategies for operational activities and projects.
- Staying abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in operations management and project leadership.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Operations Management, or a related field, with a proven track record in managing complex operations and leading significant projects. Extensive experience in process optimization, strategic planning, and team leadership is essential. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are required. Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools is highly desirable. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills are paramount for success in this remote leadership role. You will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and strategic project delivery while working remotely, contributing significantly to our client's success with a focus on operational oversight relevant to **Kericho, Kericho, KE**.
Senior Project Manager, Global Operations
Posted 13 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple complex operational projects from initiation to completion.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Manage project execution, monitor progress, and identify/resolve issues and risks.
- Facilitate cross-functional team collaboration and communication in a remote setting.
- Stakeholder management, including regular status reporting and expectation management.
- Ensure adherence to project management best practices and quality standards.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes.
- Mentor and guide junior project team members.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field. PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a focus on operational projects.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex, cross-functional projects.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Experience leading and motivating virtual teams.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
- Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
- Experience working in a fully remote environment is essential.
Lead Remote Project Manager - Global Operations
Posted 21 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
- Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
- Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
- Develop full-scale project plans and associated communication documents.
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
- Identify and manage all risks and issues, and develop contingency plans.
- Coordinate and respond to requests for changes to the project scope.
- Supervise project staff and provide guidance and direction as needed.
- Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
- Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
- Conduct project post-mortems and create a recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
- Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.
- Facilitate remote team meetings and ensure productive engagement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or PMP certification is highly advantageous.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years managing large-scale, complex, global projects.
- Demonstrated experience in leading remote teams and managing projects in a distributed environment.
- Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
- Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Asana, Jira, Microsoft Project).
- Strong understanding of business operations and strategic planning.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Operations Project Manager
Posted 10 days ago
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Lead Operations Project Manager
Posted 15 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and closure of operational projects.
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
- Manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate and manage cross-functional project teams.
- Ensure effective communication and reporting to all stakeholders.
- Monitor project progress and performance, making adjustments as needed.
- Implement process improvements and best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
- Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations related to projects.
- Drive adoption of project outcomes and ensure sustainable change.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and document lessons learned.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant focus on operations.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex operational projects.
- Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies (Agile, PMP, PRINCE2).
- Exceptional leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
- Experience in managing remote teams and projects effectively.
- Strong understanding of business operations and process optimization.
- Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
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Senior Remote Project Manager - Port Operations
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for port-related initiatives.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Manage and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Oversee all project activities, from planning and execution to monitoring and closure.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
- Communicate project progress, challenges, and successes to all stakeholders regularly.
- Ensure quality standards are met and projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party contractor performance.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Maritime Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
- PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on port operations or maritime logistics.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex, cross-functional projects remotely.
- In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and motivate others.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira).
- Experience in international trade and customs procedures is a plus.
- Must be eligible to work remotely and possess a reliable internet connection.
Remote Senior Project Manager - Global Operations
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex projects from initiation to closure.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, detailed timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Manage cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring accountability in a remote setting.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
- Establish and maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, including senior leadership.
- Define project success metrics and ensure their measurement and reporting.
- Implement project management best practices and ensure adherence to methodologies.
- Facilitate remote team meetings, workshops, and decision-making processes.
- Manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring financial objectives are met.
- Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes and tools for remote environments.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant portion focused on managing remote or distributed teams.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, particularly in a virtual context.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
- Experience in managing global or cross-cultural teams is a strong asset.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote-first work environment.
Senior Project Manager, Strategy & Operations
Posted 13 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic projects across various departments.
- Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Effectively manage project teams, fostering collaboration and high performance in a remote setting.
- Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status reports to stakeholders.
- Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and best practices.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, vendors, and external partners.
- Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial accountability.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to project management processes and operational efficiency.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of the organization's strategic goals.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or PMP certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant focus on strategy and operations.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex, cross-functional projects from initiation to closure.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Exceptional leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Ability to thrive and excel in a fully remote work environment.
- Experience in a management or leadership consulting role is a plus.