8,793 Senior Program Manager Charitable Initiatives Remote jobs in Kenya

• Lead the overall planning, implementation, and management of humanitarian projects from inception to closure.
• Develop detailed project work plans, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, meeting high-quality standards.
• Manage and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
• Conduct regular project monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to stakeholders and donors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and challenges.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local communities, government agencies, and other partners.
• Oversee procurement, logistics, and financial management for projects.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and international humanitarian standards.
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination among all project stakeholders.
• Contribute to proposal development and fundraising efforts.
• Stay abreast of best practices and innovations in humanitarian program management.

• Master's degree in International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in humanitarian program management, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects in conflict-affected or disaster-prone regions.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian principles, international aid architecture, and project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams effectively and foster collaboration.
• Proficiency in project management software and digital collaboration tools.
• Experience with donor reporting and grant management (e.g., USAID, ECHO, UN agencies).
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French or Swahili is a significant asset.

• Lead the full program cycle, from conceptualization and design to implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Develop strategic program plans, setting clear objectives, indicators, and targets.
• Manage program budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and efficient resource allocation.
• Coordinate and support field-based program teams, providing guidance and oversight.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee the collection and analysis of program data to track progress and measure impact.
• Prepare comprehensive program reports for donors, headquarters, and other partners.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Ensure adherence to humanitarian principles, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
• Promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement within program activities.
• Lead proposal development and fundraising efforts for new program opportunities.
• Represent the organization at relevant forums and coordination meetings.

• Master's degree in International Development, Public Health, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in program management within the humanitarian or non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex, multi-faceted programs with significant budgets.
• Strong understanding of program management methodologies, including logical frameworks and results-based management.
• Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of development or humanitarian programs.
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse cultural contexts.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a remote work environment.
• Experience in proposal writing and donor reporting.
• Commitment to humanitarian values and principles.

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.

• Develop and implement strategic plans for humanitarian programs in alignment with organizational goals.
• Oversee the entire program lifecycle, from conception and planning to implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
• Lead and motivate program teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partner organizations, government agencies, beneficiaries, and donors.
• Develop and implement effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess program impact and outcomes.
• Prepare comprehensive program reports, proposals, and funding requests for stakeholders and donors.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, ethical standards, and donor requirements.
• Facilitate program-related meetings, workshops, and training sessions remotely.
• Stay informed about current humanitarian issues, trends, and best practices.
• Champion the organization's mission and values in all program activities.
• Manage communications related to program activities, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Contribute to the overall strategic development and growth of the organization.

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and monitoring of various charitable programs.
• Manage program documentation, including grant reports, beneficiary records, and operational plans.
• Facilitate communication between program teams, beneficiaries, volunteers, and donors.
• Assist in the recruitment, training, and management of volunteers.
• Track program progress against objectives and contribute to impact assessments.
• Organize and coordinate virtual meetings, workshops, and events.
• Maintain accurate databases and manage program-related correspondence.
• Provide administrative support to program managers and senior staff.
• Assist in fundraising activities and donor engagement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions as needed.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of program delivery processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, International Development, Non-profit Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in program coordination or administration, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with CRM or database software.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• A genuine passion for humanitarian causes and social impact.
• Experience with project management principles is a plus.
• Familiarity with grant writing or reporting is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Commitment to upholding the values and mission of charitable organizations.

• Develop and execute comprehensive operational plans and strategies to support business objectives.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to company policies.
• Manage and lead a remote team, providing guidance, motivation, and performance feedback.
• Implement and refine operational processes and workflows to maximize productivity and reduce costs.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics, providing regular reports to senior management.
• Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless cross-functional operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all operational areas.
• Manage vendor relationships and procurement processes.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging trends in operations management and remote work.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among remote team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing and leading remote teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of business processes, supply chain management, and financial principles.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using project management and operational software.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote environment.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change and implement process improvements.