11,296 IT Project jobs in Kenya

• Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional, remote project teams to achieve project goals.
• Implement and manage agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to ensure efficient project execution.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate effective communication among team members, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Track project progress, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status reports.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as required.
• Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for continuous improvement.
• Manage project changes and ensure they are properly documented and approved.
• Resolve conflicts and remove impediments for the project team.
• This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. The designated oversight location for this role is Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE , but your work will be conducted entirely remotely.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. PMP, CSM, or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on technical or software development projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Extensive experience with agile project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Experience managing remote teams and distributed workforces.

• Manage end-to-end execution of software development projects, ensuring timely and on-budget delivery.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, including developers, designers, QA engineers, and business analysts.
• Implement and champion Agile/Scrum methodologies, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the development process.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as needed.
• Contribute to process improvements and the adoption of new project management tools and techniques.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on software development projects.
• Proven experience managing complex, large-scale software projects.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management frameworks (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Strong technical understanding of software development lifecycles, technologies, and architectures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello, MS Project).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrated success in remote team leadership and collaboration.
• Problem-solving aptitude and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM, CSPO) are highly desirable.

Company: Eurosavannah

Location: Remote (Kenya-based with potential European interactions)

Duration: 6 months

Start Date: 10th June 2024

About Us:

Eurosavannah is a software engineering consultancy company from Kenya, dedicated to providing design, development, and staffing services. We're building a global platform for startups to leverage African tech engineering for staffing and solution development. With a skilled and experienced team, we specialize in bringing your projects to life, ensuring they meet your unique needs and exceed expectations. Our bridgehead in Europe (Belgium) allows us to complement our offshore team with resources close to our European clients, enhancing our service delivery and client satisfaction.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Sales and Marketing Assistant intern to support our sales team in generating leads, managing content, making cold calls, and sending emails. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Tech Utilization:
Leverage digital tools and platforms to enhance marketing strategies and sales processes.

Lead Generation:
Identify and qualify potential sales leads through various channels including online research, social media, and industry events.

Content Management:
Assist in creating, curating, and managing content for our website, blog, social media, and marketing materials.

Cold Calls and Emails:
Conduct cold outreach to potential clients and follow up on initial contacts to set up meetings and close deals.

CRM Management:
Maintain and update customer relationship management (CRM) system with accurate and up-to-date information.

Market Research:
Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and trends in the industry.

Qualifications
:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's program in Business, Marketing, Communications, or has relevant experience in sales & marketing.

• Tech savvy: Comfortable using various digital tools , AI and platforms for marketing and sales tasks.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Familiarity with any CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) is a plus.

• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

-Relevant working experience is an added advantage.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Benefits:

• Fast-paced environment with growth potential.

-Hands-on experience in sales and marketing.

• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.

• Opportunity to work on real projects and make a tangible impact.

• Flexible working hours.

• Weekly Stipend.

• Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the internship.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their resume and a brief cover letter explaining their interest in the internship and relevant qualifications to

Please include "
Technical Business Development Intern
" in the subject line.

• Defining project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Developing detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Leading and motivating cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Managing project risks, issues, and changes, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Facilitating agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Tracking project progress and performance, providing regular status reports to senior management.
• Ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Managing third-party vendor relationships and deliverables.
• Communicating effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Manage project teams, providing direction, motivation, and support.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project stakeholders and team members.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues proactively.
• Implement and adhere to agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Track project progress, manage changes, and report on status to leadership.
• Ensure the quality of project deliverables and adherence to standards.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party contributions to projects.
• Conduct project post-mortems and identify lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Serve as a point of contact for all project-related matters.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a focus on software development.
• Proven experience managing complex, large-scale software projects.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification is a plus).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management skills.
• Experience working effectively in a remote team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor Scrum teams on Agile principles and practices.
• Manage project backlogs, ensuring stories are well-defined and prioritized.
• Remove impediments and roadblocks that hinder team progress.
• Track and report on project progress, velocity, and key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and requirements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the teams.
• Manage project risks and dependencies, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues.
• Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software releases.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across all project stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years specifically in Agile/Scrum environments managing software development projects.
• Proven experience with Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team setting is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.

• Lead and manage software development projects from initiation to closure, adhering to Agile principles and practices.
• Facilitate all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, roadmaps, and release schedules.
• Manage the product backlog, ensuring user stories are well-defined, prioritized, and estimated.
• Coach and mentor Scrum Masters and development teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and impediments, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, and development teams to define project scope and requirements.
• Track project progress, provide regular status reports, and communicate key metrics to stakeholders.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality software products that meet business needs and user expectations.
• Promote Agile best practices and facilitate knowledge sharing within the organization.
• Manage project budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Resolve conflicts and facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Agile development process.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is essential. Agile Project Management Professional (PMP-ACP) or similar certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years specifically focused on Agile software development projects.
• Proven experience leading distributed/remote teams and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and their application in software development.
• Excellent knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various technologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or Trello.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Experience in stakeholder management and expectation setting.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and guide teams through ambiguity.