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Site Engineer, Site Manager and Project Manager
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Cementers Kenya is Hiring
About Us
Cementers Kenya Limited is one of the leading construction companies in East Africa, known for delivering high-quality infrastructure and building projects across the region. With decades of experience, we're driven by excellence, innovation, and a commitment to safety and sustainability in every project we undertake.
We're expanding our team and looking for passionate professionals to join us in building the future.
Role one: Site Engineer
Key Responsibilities
· Supervise and manage construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans, codes, and safety standards.
· Conduct site inspections and collaborate with project teams for timely completion.
· Analyze drawings, survey data, and technical reports to guide work on-site.
· Manage materials, equipment, and resources to maintain cost efficiency.
· Prepare progress reports and maintain accurate site documentation.
Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
· –7 years of experience in site supervision or civil engineering.
· Proficient in AutoCAD, GIS, and MS Office.
· Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
· Certifications like PMP or CHST are an added advantage.
Role two: Site Manager
Key Responsibilities
· Oversee all on-site construction activities from planning to completion.
· Manage timelines, budgets, and resources for multiple projects.
· Coordinate with subcontractors, engineers, and architects to ensure quality and compliance.
· Conduct regular site inspections and ensure adherence to safety standards.
· Maintain documentation, track progress, and resolve site issues promptly.
Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
· years of experience managing construction projects.
· Strong leadership and team management skills.
· Proficient in project management and scheduling tools.
· Familiarity with BIM software and sustainable building practices is an advantage.
Role Three: Project Manager
Key Responsibilities
· Lead construction projects from initiation to completion.
· Define project objectives, scope, budget, and deliverables.
· Manage procurement, contracts, and vendor relationships.
· Oversee safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on all projects.
· Conduct progress meetings and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
· years of project management experience in major construction works.
· Strong leadership, financial, and risk management skills.
· Proficient in project management software, cost estimation, and BIM tools.
· PMP or LEED certification preferred.
Why Join Us
At Cementers, we don't just build structures — we build careers. You'll be part of a team that values professionalism, innovation, and integrity, with opportunities to grow and make a tangible impact.
How to Apply
If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team shaping Kenya's skyline and ready to work in any part of the country, send your application and updated CV to:
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Deadline for applications: 25th October 2025
Urgent recruitment:
Teams and individuals who can start
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Operations Project Manager
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Lead Operations Project Manager
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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.
Project Manager
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Project Manager - Unlocking Opportunities Project, Nairobi, Kenya
Organization
- Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion
Posted 13 Aug 2025 Closing date 26 Sep 2026
Responsible to:-
Consortium Coordinator, Kenya
Place:
Nairobi, Kenya
Closing date for applications:
26th September, 2025
THE ORGANIZATION
"Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity"
Handicap International Federation, operating under the name Humanity & Inclusion (HI), is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation with no religious or political affiliations operating in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. Currently, the organisation is working in 59 countries.
For further information about the association:
Job Context
The Unlocking Opportunities project, a three-year project, aims to advance inclusive economic empowerment for youth with disabilities, with a strong focus on young women. Through a twin-track approach of personalised support and systemic inclusion, the program equips youth with skills, resources, and opportunities to engage meaningfully in the economy as entrepreneurs and employees. It further promotes innovation in areas such as assistive technology and digital accessibility, while working with both public and private sector actors to mainstream disability inclusion across key sectors, including agriculture, digital economy, and the creative industry.
Reporting to the Consortium Coordinator, the Project Manager is responsible for implementing HI's activities under the Unlocking Opportunity Project. S/he ensures optimal quality and the impact of the project implemented by means of a delegation system with appropriate oversight mechanisms. With all the other HI managers, the project manager shares responsibility for the sound management and effective functioning of the global organisation. S/he leads a team of officers in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the project, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality interventions that equip youth with disabilities (with a specific focus on girls and women) with business skills, link them to financial providers, and provide business kits and mentorship. S/he coordinates with partners, manages resources, tracks progress against targets, monitors budget burn rate, ensures compliance with HI and donor requirements, and fosters strong relationships with stakeholders to empower youth with disabilities in business development.
Your Mission
Mission 1: Management
- Manager as a role model: embody HI's values daily and be a role model.
- Manager as a coach for meaning: understand the strategy, make it explicit, translate it into operational objectives for her or his team, and lead the necessary changes. Give meaning to each management action. Encourage inter and intra-departmental exchanges of practice. Encourage innovation and risk-taking.
- Operational manager: organise the operational management of her or his team, structure the work around identified processes, steer performance and facilitate the resolution of problems.
- HR & Coach: contribute to the development of her or his staff, create the conditions for their commitment, professionalism and attachment to HI. Ensure compliance with the code of conduct and institutional policies, the mindset and expected individual and collective behaviour.
Mission 2: Strategy and steering
- Contribute to the development of the programme's operational strategy
- Contribute to country operational strategy (StratOp).
- Draft new project proposals for the continuity or expansion of the project.
- Contribute to the drafting of new proposals for new opportunities, if necessary in her/his field of expertise.
Mission 3: Operations Implementation
Responsibility 1: Ensure the implementation of the project, in line with the logical framework and allocated budget
- Steer the project's intervention strategy and put forward adjustments if the objectives change or if it is likely that they will not be met.
- Ensure that activities and the associated resources are planned and implement the action plan.
- Ensure that activities are implemented in line with the project proposal and the allocated budget.
- Ensure project reporting, internally (within the programme) and externally (reporting to funding bodies, authorities and/or partners) in support to the consortium coordinator if needed.
- Undertake expenditure and manage the project activity-specific budget lines according to the delegation s/he received based on the programme signature delegation table
- Guarantee the proper archiving of information.
Responsibility 2: Ensure that project implementation complies with the existing frameworks
- Ensure the proper implementation and follow-up of institutional policies (specifically PQP, PSEAH and Age-Gender-Disability policies) and the other HI internal standards.
- Ensure compliance with the terms of the project proposal and the rules applied by the project funding body/bodies.
- Ensure compliance with global technical standards and norms by communicating and involving the technical specialists and advisors with expertise in the project themes.
Responsibility 3: Ensure project monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning
- Ensure project monitoring, specifically activity progress indicators and the expected outcomes.
- Ensure quality implementation of the activities.
- Develop and implement the project evaluation plan.
- Ensure that the project is accountable to the local stakeholders (partners, authorities, local institutions and donor) including on the technical aspect of the project Ensure project learning with a focus on technical activities, taking into account lessons learned from similar previous projects, following the recommendations made throughout the project (from evaluations, support missions, audits, etc.), and capitalising and sharing on the acquired knowledge.
Responsibility 4: Ensure project data management
- Ensure that the appropriate data collection and management tools (including technical tools) are in place on the project, in line with global standards.
- Ensure that data related to the project is collected and compiled in the project database.
- Carry out regular checks and make any necessary corrections to the activity database.
Responsibility 5: Coordinate the teams involved in the project
- Facilitate coordination meetings between her/his direct team and the support services located in the area when necessary.
- Ensure that her/his team and the support teams (shared and technical services, in particular) work well together to facilitate the implementation of the project in the country.
- Facilitate the project steering committee.
Responsibility 6: Contribute to external project communication
- Contribute to HI's external influence by taking part in networks, when required.
- Communicate about the project to partners, authorities and stakeholders when relevant.
Mission 4: Emergency Preparedness and Response:
- Lead the emergency preparedness actions in his/her project and, in the event of an emergency, reorganise the priorities of his/her team according to the humanitarian priority, to ensure a quick and efficient response by HI.
Your Profile
Educational background and experience
- At least a Bachelor's Degree in the following fields: Business administration, Economics, Social Science or related field.
- At least four years of experience managing a project
- 3-5 years of experience in managing economic inclusion projects/programmes (entrepreneurship, market-based programming, socio-economic empowerment, etc.)
Skills Required
Management skills
- Being capable of helping team members to progress: developing her/his staff's ability to work autonomously.
- Knowing how to position oneself so things can move forward.
- Knowing how to simplify and prioritize.
- Conflict management.
Project Management Skills
- Planning, monitoring & coordination
- Evaluation
- Intervention strategy
- Proposal and narrative report writing
- Emergency response
- Humanitarian monitoring and emergency preparedness
Other Professional Skills
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning /Information Management
- Results and indicators monitoring
- Planning and coordination of qualitative and quantitative surveys, dissemination of results
- Project evaluation
- Accountability to affected populations: participatory, non-discriminatory and responsible approaches.
- Capitalisation and continuous learning
- Information management strategy, data structuring and quality
- Quantitative and qualitative data collection, qualitative analysis
- Responsible data management
- Statistical analysis and data visualisation
Log/supply
- Planning (supply)
Finance
- Financial/budget management
- Donor financial management
Security
- Personal security management
- Security context analysis
- Security risk analysis
Advocacy
- Networking & promotion of HI advocacy messages to external stakeholders
Global programme management
- Management of major risks (safeguarding, fraud & corruption, security and major financial risks)
Cross-sector Skills
- Frameworks and references
- Office and collaborative tools
- Stress management
- Collaborating in a global organization
Language Skills
- English and Kiswahili
How to apply
If you feel you are the right candidate for this position, kindly send your application along with an up-to-date CV by email to: -
The email subject line should be marked: "
Unlocking Opportunities
Project Manager
". Please do not send your academic and other testimonials they will be requested at a later stage.
All HI staff must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the Code of Conduct. In accordance with these values, HI operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti-fraud, bribery, and corruption.
Humanity & Inclusion is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply
Job details
Country
- Kenya
City Nairobi Source
- Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion
Type
- Job
Career category
- Program/Project Management
Years of experience
- 3-4 years
Themes
- Gender
- Health
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Join Exposant 3 (E3): The Power of People at the Heart of Technology
Exposant 3 is a consulting firm in business management and information technology, dedicated to supporting companies and organizations in their digital and organizational transformation.
Your Career at Exposant 3
We firmly believe in healthy and humane management, where trust, competence, and the joy of succeeding together are at the core of our values.
We offer you more than just a job: join an innovative team where artificial intelligence, process automation, and technological modernization are part of everyday life. At Exposant 3, we put people at the heart of everything we do.
Our Vision?
To enable you to deploy
"the power of the human Exposant 3"
:
- The power of the individual: An environment where your commitment is valued.
- The power of the team: Strong collaboration where mutual support and successes are shared.
- The power of the company: A common vision for ambitious and collective goals.
If you are looking to grow in a dynamic environment and contribute to large-scale projects while growing within a humane, innovative, and rapidly expanding company, then Exposant 3 is for you
We are looking for our future Project Manager (Level 3) to join our teams.
Your Missions
- Lead projects from development through implementation and operations, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and aligned to performance goals.
- Define project scope, objectives, budget, resources, roles, and responsibilities; prepare supporting documentation and business cases.
- Provide day-to-day project management, including scope and change control, scheduling, reporting, risk/issue management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Facilitate meetings, sprint ceremonies, and collaboration sessions to gather requirements, define processes, and validate solutions.
- Develop and maintain project plans, reports, and documentation in alignment with Agile practices and Treasury Board standards.
- Analyze options, identify gaps, and prepare feasibility studies to support business needs and decision-making.
- Validate requirements, test scenarios, and business processes; oversee acceptance testing and solution design alignment.
- Escalate risks and roadblocks as needed, and conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned.
Your Profile
- Must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in the last 15 years, developing and managing Project artefacts and managing all project management processes.
- Must have 10 years' experience in the last 15 years as a Project Manager of technology-enabled Projects.
Must experience as a Project Manager leading one (1) Large technology-enabled Project in the last 10 years (preceding the issuance date of this RFP) in the public or private sector. Large is defined as a Project or program that must meet the following three (3) characteristics:
Has a Project or program duration of over 12 months.
- Supports an organization of over 200 employees.
Impacts business or services with 20+ external Stakeholders.
Must have minimum of 3 years' experience in the last 6 years providing Project Management support to clients in each of the following:
Leading Projects using an iterative approach;
- Managing and facilitating frequent product demonstrations with Stakeholders; and
Continuously analyzing user feedback and determining appropriate next steps and/or re-prioritization.
Must hold a valid Project Management certification/designation such as:
PMP
- PRINCE2
- College or University Degree with a specialization in Project Management.
MBA with a specialization in Project Management.
Must have experience within the last 10 years developing and delivering project status updates and performance results reports to:
Internal Stakeholders
- External Stakeholders
- Senior Executives
- Demonstrated experience in managing projects following the defined Treasury Board project management gating process, including specific deliverables, approvals, and gating checkpoints, within the last ten (10) years.
- Demonstrated experience managing projects within the last 10 years in establishing and negotiating project deliverables with multiple (i.e., three (3) or more) working groups or Stakeholders.
- Must have two (2) years' experience in the last 5 years managing project(s) or IT system updates using an iterative approach.
Project Manager
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Position: Project Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Role type: Full-Time
Reporting to: Director of Innovation
About SunCulture
Founded in 2012, SunCulture's vision is to build a world where people take control of their environment in rewarding and sustainable ways. SunCulture achieves this by developing and commercializing life-changing technology that solves the biggest daily challenges for the world's 570 million smallholder farming households. The company is the largest distributor of solar water pumps/solar irrigation for smallholder farmers in Africa and was recognized by Fast Company as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies in 2021. SunCulture has grown significantly over the last five years, now employing over 400 people globally
About Maarifa
Maarifa is a SunCulture initiative that focuses on a commercially viable, scalable data platform for outgrowers with integrated credit scoring and Peer-2-Peer engagement. The platform aims to solve the problem of a lack of reliable, fair, and accessible market connections for smallholder farmers. Maarifa promotes Sustainable Agriculture (SDG 2) by providing farmers with market access and reducing post-harvest losses, and Social Entrepreneurship (SDG 8) by enabling smallholder farmers to improve their economic stability and become agricultural entrepreneurs.
About The Role
The Project Manager for Maarifa will play a leading role in the planning and execution of the Maarifa initiative. Reporting to the Director of Innovation, this position is crucial for the successful development, launch, and scaling of SunCulture's data platform. This role requires a dynamic leader with strong interpersonal and business building skills, project management skills, a technical understanding, and a passion for social impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Go-to-Market Strategy and Execution: Design and execute go-to-market plans, including pricing models, distribution channel mapping, and competitor benchmarking to enable the successful rollout of the platform. Manage partnership development associates and the field team to drive growth and market integration.
- Partnership Selection with Agribusinesses: Identify, assess, and select strategic partners, such as agribusinesses, global commodity traders, and government bodies, to secure pilot programs and align with Maarifa's goals.
- Field Activities and Quality Standards: Oversee all field operations, including user onboarding, training, and support, ensuring strict adherence to quality standards and operational efficiency.
- Operate as the product owner and guide product development: Provide comprehensive oversight and roadmapping for the rollout of the Maarifa platform from its initial phase to full-scale deployment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agricultural business, Business Information Technology, or a closely related technical or business field.
- Proven experience (typically 7+ years) in project management, with strong experience specifically in go-to-market strategy and market expansion in agribusinesses.
- Strong experience in vendor selection and technical partnership management within the agriculture sectors
- Demonstrated experience in the technical assessment, design, and implementation of digital platforms, including an understanding of user experience, infrastructure, and data integration.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working in rural contexts is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira) and relevant engineering design tools is a strong plus.
Interested?
Please apply online via this job portal. We respond to all candidates; however, only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
Please Note:
SunCulture is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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Project Manager
Who is IC?
Independence Construction is one of the largest CM businesses headquartered in Northeast Ohio. As part of the DiGeronimo Companies, we offer our clients self-perform services through our affiliated companies, as well as bring an owner's approach to projects through the company's work as a developer. We bring our experience and reputation for honesty, integrity, and outstanding performance to the world of design and management in order to ensure the best results for our partners, subcontractors, and community.
What do we believe in?
People
Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.
Performance
Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.
Community
Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.
As a
Project Manager
your responsible for all aspects of multiple construction projects for the duration of projects assigned; lead the project teams with the project executive(s) and represent Independence Construction to the client; work with IC executives on business development to secure future work.
- Develop Site Specific Safety Plans with Project Team, with assistance from company Safety personnel. Ensure safety is discussed at project morning huddles
- Work with estimating department on project bids and pre-construction phase for assigned projects. Assist in preparing Bid Packaging strategies and bidding Scopes of Work
- Prepare and review project schedules from pre-construction phase through close-out
- Working with estimating department, Initiate and award subcontracts to vendors and subcontractors during pre-construction phase; issue change orders as necessary.
- Develop and revise project budgets, as necessary
- On a monthly basis, prepare, monitor, and present Job Cost reports (i.e., budgets, GC expenditures, budget revisions, change orders and gross profit projections) for all projects assigned to Management and Company Controller
- Act as liaison with Owner/Architect for projects assigned
- Develop and Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) utilized on projects
- Administer and monitor compliance with construction contracts with Owners, subcontractors, and vendors; provide timely written notices in accordance with project manual and contract requirements
- Construction documentation management, including but not limited to applying for building permits, surveys, testing and inspections, in conjunction with projects' superintendents
- Coordinate and expedite materials and services for the job sites, in conjunction with superintendents
- Manage labor relations and work with appropriate internal personnel to resolve labor issues
- Analyze actual costs to estimates and document variances
- Prepare and update cash flow projections and if required using a cost-loaded schedule
- Oversee, manage and/or complete change management processes
- Review and coordinate structural, architectural and MEP drawings throughout project
- Oversee the MEP Coordination process and 3D or BIM utilization to assure project coordination is accurately being implemented
- Manage the Job Close out Process including Contracts with Owner, subcontractors and vendors, and obtain all necessary warrantees and releases
- With company and project executives, perform business development functions to obtain future work
- Travel within a 2-hour radius may be required.
Do you have what it takes?
- Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering; 10+ years' experience in progressively responsible roles in construction management or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to deal with situations involving sensitive and confidential company issues
- Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels, both internally and externally
- Knowledge of budgeting and expense control
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Able to write reports, business correspondence
- Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
- Knowledge of all different construction delivery systems
- Strong attention to detail
Why IC?
Weekly Competitive Pay
Excellent Benefits:
Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- FSA & HSA
- Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
Wellness Incentive Program
Paid Holidays and PTO
- 401(k) + Company match
- Paid corporate training program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
- Family-owned and operated since 1956
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Independence Construction. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.
Independence Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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This is a full-time on-site role for a Project Manager at ThriveAgric, located in Nairobi County, Kenya.
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About Leja
Leja is a dynamic fintech startup revolutionizing access to financial services across Africa. Through our innovative Android and USSD applications, we're breaking down barriers and making financial inclusion a reality for millions. Our mission is to create seamless, user-friendly financial solutions that empower individuals and communities to thrive economically.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced
Project Manager
to join our growing team and drive the successful delivery of our financial inclusion initiatives. This role is perfect for a seasoned professional with a strong background in program management within the NGO and donor ecosystem, who is passionate about leveraging technology for social impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end project management of fintech product development and rollout initiatives.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, business development, and partnership.s
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget
Stakeholder Management & Reporting
- Manage relationships with donors, NGO partners, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders
- Prepare detailed progress reports, impact assessments, and compliance documentation
- Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings and provide strategic project updates
- Ensure alignment between donor requirements and company objectives
Program Strategy & Implementation
- Design and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for financial inclusion programs
- Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
- Oversee user adoption strategies and community engagement initiatives
- Drive continuous improvement processes based on data insights and stakeholder feedback
Compliance & Documentation
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation and audit trails
- Ensure adherence to donor compliance requirements and regulatory standards
- Manage grant reporting cycles and deliverable submissions
- Coordinate external evaluations and assessments
Required QualificationsExperience
- 5+ years
of program/project management experience with NGOs, international development organizations, or donor agencies - Proven track record managing multi-stakeholder projects with budgets exceeding $10M
- Experience with donor reporting requirements (World Bank, USAID, EU, Gates Foundation, etc.)
Technical Skills
- Strong proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Asana, , etc.)
- Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills for data analysis and reporting
- Experience with monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks
Soft Skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Cultural competency and experience working in diverse, multicultural environments
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Leadership experience with remote and distributed teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, International Development, Business Administration, or related field
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
- Experience with impact measurement and social return on investment (SROI)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on financial inclusion across Africa
- Collaborative, innovative work environment with growth potential
Location
This position can be based in our office or work remotely with periodic travel for stakeholder meetings and project implementations.
How to Apply
Send your resume, cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing 2-3 relevant project case studies to
with the subject line "Project Manager Application - (Your Name)"
Please include:
- Detailed examples of donor-funded projects you've managed
- Samples of reports you've prepared for international donors
- Quantifiable outcomes from programs you've led
- Your availability for a potential start date
Application Deadline:
Leja is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly from underrepresented communities in the fintech sector.
Senior Operations Project Manager
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and completion of operational projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, risk assessments, and communication strategies.
- Manage and coordinate project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
- Identify operational bottlenecks and inefficiencies, proposing and implementing effective solutions.
- Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on project status to stakeholders.
- Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.
- Facilitate change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of new operational procedures or systems.
- Liaise with department heads and team members to ensure alignment and buy-in for project initiatives.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Stay current with industry best practices in operations management and project management.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts of the organization.
- Ensure all project documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible.
- Mentor junior project team members and provide guidance on project management techniques.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on operational improvements and process optimization.
- Demonstrated success in managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
- Strong understanding of operational principles, supply chain management, and business process re-engineering.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and drive consensus.
- Experience working in a hybrid work environment is preferred.
- PMP or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.