9,140 Lead Project Manager Strategic Initiatives jobs in Kenya

• Lead the planning, execution, and closure of strategic projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Manage project teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Oversee stakeholder communication and engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure projects align with organizational strategic goals and objectives.
• Manage project changes through a defined change control process.
• Monitor project progress and performance, providing regular reports to senior leadership.
• Facilitate project reviews and lessons learned sessions.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years managing large-scale, strategic initiatives.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is required.
• Proven experience with Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid project management methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in budget management and financial oversight for complex projects.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
• Deep understanding of (Industry - e.g., Technology, Consulting, Finance) and its strategic drivers is a significant advantage.

• Lead and manage strategic projects from initiation to closure in a remote setting.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Manage project teams, providing guidance, motivation, and performance feedback.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders.
• Track project progress, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on status.
• Manage project budgets and ensure adherence to financial constraints.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and decision-making processes virtually.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Extensive experience in leading and managing remote teams.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
• Strong understanding of project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and strategic growth initiatives.
• Develop and present comprehensive business plans and financial models for proposed ventures.
• Lead negotiations for strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Conduct thorough market analysis, competitive intelligence, and industry trend assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic alignment and execution.
• Build and nurture relationships with key external stakeholders, investors, and partners.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to senior management on long-term planning.
• Monitor the performance of strategic initiatives and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and disruptive technologies impacting the industry.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Strategy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, or corporate strategy.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and executing strategic growth opportunities.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with financial modeling and valuation.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and influence stakeholders.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is highly desirable.
• Deep understanding of various industries and their competitive dynamics.

Career Opportunity

There is a vacancy for a talented professional seeking a career opportunity in a business development and partnerships role. The holder of this position plays various roles including identifying and following up business opportunities, developing and maintaining customer relationships while implementing strategies to help achieve the company's revenue goals.

Relationships.

The people who the role holder works closely include:

• The Lead Consultant.
• Social Media Marketing Team.
• Marketing and IT Support Team.
• Associate Consultants.
• Faculty and Course Leads.
• Program Administration.
• Local and Regional Partners.
• Service Providers.

Roles and Responsibilities.

Business Development

Þ Sales Targets: Achieve or exceed sales and revenue targets.

Þ Identify and pursue new business opportunities for the company.

Þ Lead the sales operations plan. Proposals and Reporting

Þ Develop presentations and proposals to prospective clients and partners.

Þ Track and analyze sales data, providing regular reports and insights to the management team.

Þ Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure revenue performance and effectiveness.

Client Experience

Þ Managing the client experience through robust client feedback systems.

Þ Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and partners.

Strategic Partnerships

Þ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement business development strategies in implementing strategic partnerships.

Þ Responsible for the implementation of strategic partnership agreements to generate revenue and build relationships for achievement of objectives for all parties.

Marketing

Þ Oversee external onsite brand building events and activities.

Þ Initiating and oversee marketing events to generate leads for the company.

Research

Þ Researching customer needs through customer feedback surveys to support the design and creation of new product services.

Þ Identify trends, opportunities, and challenges, and make data-driven recommendations to management for continuous improvement.

Þ Monitor industry trends and market conditions.

Competencies and Skillsets for this Role.

Þ Good business knowledge and experience.

Þ Proactivity and excellent organizational skills.

Þ Ability to effectively research new emerging market opportunities.

Þ Creativity and problem-solving skills.

Þ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Þ Team player and good networking skills.

Þ Analytical and close-detail oriented.

Þ Strong sales and negotiation skills.

Þ Decision-making and good time management skills.

Education, Qualifications and Experience.

Þ A business-related university degree is desirable. Holders of professional business-oriented certifications like CIM with good work experience can also apply.

Þ At least 2 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field.

Þ Strong verbal communication and presentation skills.

Þ Demonstrated ability to prepare and present proposals is key.

Þ Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.

Þ Demonstrated knowledge and experience in preparing and monitoring budgets.

Þ Good knowledge and working experience with Microsoft Office suite.

Þ Good knowledge and working interaction with social media platforms.

If you possess the above competencies, have the relevant credentials and experience, apply for the job by sending an application letter and your current CV to email address:

• The closing date is 10th October 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Institute for Family Business (IFFB) is an equal opportunity employer.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic business initiatives from initiation to closure.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, and timelines.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders across various departments and geographical locations.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure effective communication and reporting to senior management and key stakeholders on project status, milestones, and outcomes.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies within project frameworks.
• Facilitate decision-making processes and resolve conflicts to ensure project continuity.
• Conduct post-project reviews and document lessons learned to inform future initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of strategic planning frameworks and operational best practices.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management and operations management, with a focus on strategic initiatives.
• Proven success in leading complex, cross-functional projects from conception to completion.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.
• Experience with change management and process optimization.
• Proficiency in project management software and collaboration tools.
• Ability to thrive in a remote, fast-paced, and demanding work environment.

• Define, plan, and execute strategic programs from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop comprehensive program roadmaps, project plans, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams comprised of members from various departments and disciplines.
• Identify, assess, and manage program risks and dependencies, developing mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate effective communication among stakeholders, team members, and senior leadership.
• Monitor program progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on status regularly.
• Ensure adherence to established project management methodologies and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in program management processes and tools.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts as required for program deliverables.
• Resolve conflicts and remove impediments to ensure smooth program execution.
• Conduct program reviews and post-program evaluations to capture lessons learned.
• Champion effective change management and ensure successful adoption of program outcomes.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging program management techniques.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior program and project managers.

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in program management, with a focus on strategic initiatives.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, large-scale, cross-functional programs.
• Expertise in multiple project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Strong leadership, team building, and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple high-priority programs in a remote setting.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification is highly preferred.
• Experience with program management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project) is essential.

AGRA and its Work to Transform Agriculture

AGRA is an African-led institution that actively supports the drive towards inclusive agricultural transformation and sustainable food systems. We do this by empowering the continent's 33 million smallholder farming households to transform their agriculture from a struggle to survive to profitable businesses. The continent's farmers regularly face challenges, and we aspire to provide uniquely African solutions that respond to their agricultural and environmental challenges, leading to increased harvests for reduced hunger and more income.

Working in alignment with the development priorities of our focus countries, we enable farmers to access improved and high-yielding seeds, gain knowledge on sustainable farming, and linkages to profitable markets. In our work, we aspire to build the alliances, partnerships, and networks required to drive an inclusive agricultural transformation. We work with our partners to create an equitable youth-friendly environment that harnesses the youth dividend on the continent to drive growth and facilitate open employment opportunities for young women and men.

Why Join Us?

People are the heartbeat of our organization and remain the true drivers of our delivery, impact, and success.

We have cultivated a workplace that fuels Depth in Collaboration, Excellence in Execution, Constructive Engagements, and a spirit of being Increasingly Entrepreneurial; all underpinned by our cherished I-RISE Values (Integrity, Respect, Innovation, Stewardship, and Equity)

We work with incredible people and partners who have roots in farming communities across the African continent, combined with an inclusive, diverse, and talented workforce from over 25 nationalities. Our commitment to a call to action goes beyond ourselves as we arise to catalyze African Food Systems transformation and improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.

We are looking for people who are passionate about being part of a mission-driven team that is making a real difference on the continent.

Are you ready to embark on this exciting, transformative journey with us?

The Position

The Chief of Partnerships and Business Development (CPBD) will shape and lead AGRA's institution-wide partnership and fundraising agenda, positioning the organization to attract, align, and sustain diverse forms of capital and collaboration in support of its strategy.

This role combines relationship stewardship, strategic positioning, resource mobilization, and investment partnership development. The CPBD will manage and grow AGRA's ecosystem of funders and strategic partners, while also designing innovative, fit-for-purpose investment and partnership platforms to advance food systems transformation.

This leadership opportunity is for an individual with deep integrity, cross-cultural intelligence, and a passion for designing systems that shape the future. A senior, strategic leader with deep credibility across development, investment, and philanthropy networks. Someone who blends influence with humility, is inspired by African-led transformation, and brings an instinct for building alignment across complexity. The CPBD will report directly to AGRA's President and serve on the Executive Committee.

The CPBD will:

• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the President on global positioning, strategic partnerships, and resource strategies.
• Guide AGRA's institutional engagement with bilateral and multilateral donors, philanthropic foundations, private sector actors, DFIs, sovereign wealth funds, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Oversee and strengthen the Development Cooperation, Private Sector Engagement, and Institutional Partnerships teams.
• Incubate and scale strategic initiatives that crowd in resources and visibility behind key thematic and regional priorities (e.g., youth employment, climate-smart agriculture, nutrition, regenerative systems).
• Serve as a key convenor and steward of AGRA's flagship partnership platform—PIATA—and shape its future evolution.
• Elevate AGRA's voice and profile on global platforms (e.g., COP, WEF, SDG summits) and lead high-level external representation in collaboration with the President.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of innovative funding mechanisms, including blended finance structures, challenge funds, and catalytic partnerships.

Key
Responsibilities
of the role include:

Partnership Strategy and Stewardship

• Lead the development and execution of a multi-year institutional partnership and resource mobilization strategy.
• Cultivate trusted relationships with key external partners, serving as AGRA's senior-most relationship manager.
• Develop a differentiated and coherent value proposition for partners, aligned to AGRA's evolving strategy and Africa's priorities.

Resource Mobilization and Investment Partnerships

• Expand AGRA's funding base beyond traditional aid, including philanthropic capital, climate finance, private sector partnerships, diaspora funding, and demographic ownership.
• Build systems and capabilities for pipeline development, proposal generation, donor reporting, and compliance.
• Work with internal teams and external partners to design and structure catalytic finance vehicles (e.g., funds, alliances, joint ventures).

Team Leadership and Organizational Influence

• Build and lead a high-performing, collaborative team covering Development Cooperation, Institutional Partnerships, and Private Sector Engagement.
• Embed a culture of partnership and co-creation across the organization; support country directors and technical leaders to own and cultivate relationships.
• Ensure effective coordination between central and decentralized partnership functions.

Strategic Initiatives and Positioning

• Shape and steward high-value strategic initiatives that position AGRA for future relevance and impact.
• Lead or co-lead AGRA's representation on key platforms and alliances.
• Design initiatives that unlock collaboration and visibility across governments, investors, and implementers.

PIATA Leadership and Evolution

• Serve as institutional lead for PIATA (Partnership for Inclusive Agricultural Transformation in Africa).
• Reimagine PIATA's structure and role as a platform for greater alignment and co-investment across funders.

The Ideal Leader

This is a pivotal executive role in a moment of transformation for both AGRA and the wider development ecosystem. The ideal leader will not only bring credibility and networks but will also be energized by the opportunity to shape a new paradigm for how African-led institutions partner, fundraise, and collaborate. This is a chance to lead with purpose and with influence.

This role requires a globally fluent, Africa-anchored leader with deep credibility and networks across at least two of the following spaces:

• International development
• Strategic philanthropy
• Climate and sustainable finance
• Agricultural systems and food security
• Private capital and investment platforms

The idea leader will be:

• Influential and collaborative:
  able to build trust and alignment across a range of institutions and individuals.
• Strategic and entrepreneurial:
  comfortable designing novel partnership structures and pursuing innovative opportunities.
• Adaptive and grounded:
  able to navigate both high-level strategic spaces and operational realities.
• Values-led:
  committed to AGRA's mission and excited by its evolving direction.

This is both an outward-facing and institution-shaping role. It will require exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to navigate internal and external complexity, and the capacity to lead a lean, high-impact team while collaborating across the matrix.

Key
Requirements of
the role include:

• Experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, or related leadership roles.
• Experience leading multi-country and multi-partner strategies, preferably in Africa.
• Track record of fundraising success with institutional donors and/or mobilizing private and philanthropic capital.
• Understanding of agricultural development, climate finance, or adjacent sectors.
• Experience engaging with high-level stakeholders, including heads of state, multilateral agencies, and global investors.
• Proven ability to lead and grow diverse, high-performing teams.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., international development, economics, business, agriculture).

How to apply for this role?

AGRA is a crucible for a diverse and equal opportunity organization. We welcome the torch bearers of change for this role. All expressions of interest will be enveloped in confidentiality. Interested executives are requested to
send in a cover letter and their updated resume/CV via email to before the application deadline of 19th September 2025.

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AGRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer