JOB DETAILS:

Mkazipreneur is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the overall implementation and coordination of a project, oversee planning, budgeting, stakeholder engagement and ensure timely delivery of project outcomes for women entrepreneurs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership across project components.

• Monitor and supervise the activities of the project

• Develop and manage detailed implementation plans.

• Supervise and support project staff, support staff, trainers and mentors

• Manage project budget, timelines and reporting to stakeholders.

• Coordinate with partners to ensure alignment of deliverables, timelines and compliance.

• Review and present regular progress reports.

• Suggest revisions to program goals and objectives to meet the changing needs of project participants.

• Oversea daily operations of a project and determine priorities in regards to Business Development Support activities.

• Document and maintain records of support offered to entrepreneurs. This includes but is not limited to one-on-one sessions, mentorship sessions etc. (Attendance sheet, meeting notes and action trackers)

• Comply with policies and procedures governing the project and ensure that the project is operating at maximum efficiency.

• Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the project initiatives and develop new methods aimed at greater success (Lessons learnt document tracker)

• Develop sprint plans / roadmap on how to achieve quarterly goals of the project

• Prepare detailed weekly timesheets as per the project template.

• Facilitate educational workshops, meetings and conferences associated with the project.

• Interact with members of the community to help achieve project goals and objectives.

• Any other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, Entrepreneurship or related field.

• At least 7 years of project management experience in a development or entrepreneurship environment.

• Strong leadership, planning, and stakeholder management skills