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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.
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- Lead the planning, execution, and closing of multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
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- Ensure adherence to project management best practices, methodologies, and standards.
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Responsibilities:
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
- Lead and manage project teams, providing direction, motivation, and oversight.
- Oversee the execution of projects, monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Manage stakeholder communication, ensuring regular updates and addressing concerns effectively.
- Ensure adherence to project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and best practices.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving across different departments and geographies.
- Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
- Conduct project post-mortems to identify lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure quality assurance and control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Present project status reports, progress updates, and final deliverables to senior leadership.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party contributions to projects.
- Resolve conflicts and remove impediments to project progress.
- Contribute to the development of project management standards and frameworks within the organization.
- Champion best practices in project management and execution in a remote environment.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, IT); Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years leading large-scale, global initiatives.
- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is required.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Extensive experience with various project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
- Exceptional leadership, team-building, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong strategic thinking and analytical abilities.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
- Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and collaborate effectively across different time zones and cultures.
- Experience in (Specific Industry, e.g., Technology, Finance, Pharmaceuticals) is highly desirable.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- A proactive approach to risk management and issue resolution.
- Proven ability to influence and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders.
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Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on technology projects.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, high-impact technology initiatives.
- Expertise in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and IT infrastructure.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
- Ability to work autonomously, make critical decisions, and lead remote teams effectively.
- Strategic thinking and excellent problem-solving abilities.
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Principal Project Manager - Agile Transformation
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, from initiation to closure.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.
- Champion and implement Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to drive efficiency and adaptability in project delivery.
- Facilitate project meetings, including stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
- Manage stakeholder communication, providing regular updates on project progress, milestones, and challenges.
- Ensure effective collaboration between cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, design, and business units.
- Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members.
- Oversee budget management and resource optimization to ensure projects remain within financial constraints.
- Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies.
- Ensure alignment of project objectives with overall business strategy and goals.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree or PMP/Agile certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant focus on managing large-scale, complex projects and Agile transformations.
- Proven success in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Expertise in Agile frameworks (Scrum Master certification is a strong plus) and traditional project management methodologies.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and IT infrastructure.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
- Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and risk management abilities.
- Ability to thrive and lead effectively in a remote team environment.
- This position is fully remote and does not require proximity to **Kakamega, Kakamega, KE**.
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