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African Management Institute (AMI) is an impact-focused EdTech scale-up building Africa’s leading workplace learning company for ambitious companies and talent. As an African champion, building Africa's business champions, we've trained more than 100,000 people and 40k+ enterprises - from executives to entry-level workers in large and small companies across the continent.

With our hub in Nairobi, and teams in 8 African markets, we combine AI-powered diagnostics, live learning and practical tools to deliver the highest-outcome learning programmes for African business. Clients love our practical approach to learning for business, supported by an evidence-based methodology and tech platform, built for the African market. AMI was listed in the prestigious Norsken/100 as one of the leading social impact companies in the world, and recognized by the Financial Times on the 2024 Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies list.
We are expanding rapidly. AMI has offices in Uganda, Kenya, South Africa, Rwanda and Senegal and country representatives in Ethiopia and Nigeria. Our diverse and rapidly-expanding 150+ team reflects all corners of the continent and beyond. Our work environment is fun, flexible and inclusive, with opportunity for growth. AMI-GOs ask questions, get things done, and put the team before self to achieve our mission. If our vision for enabling ambitious businesses across Africa to thrive has sparked your imagination, and if your skills and experience match the description below, then we’d love to hear from you.

Job Description

AMI is looking for an ambitious and talented Project Manager to support the effective planning, coordination, and execution of pan African programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager, the Group Lead for Partner Programmes and the Country Manager in Uganda..

This role will be central to ensuring the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person events, engaging with stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting and documentation are carried out to a high standard.

Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• • Support the SPM in developing and executing detailed project plans and timelines
  • Own the delivery of selected project tasks within that workplan as agreed with the SPM and Project Director
  • Manage day-to-day project coordination, including budget tracking, task tracking and deadline management internally
  • Coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project milestones.
  • Act as the point of contact for coaches, masterclass speakers, etc

Event Coordination

• Organise and support delivery of all in-person events in Ethiopia
• Organise delivery of 1-1 coaching in-country for MSMEs, contracting and liaising with coaches and setting up scheduling, feedback, billing processes
• Manage all logistics related to in-person events to ensure a seamless experience for participants.
• Serve as the primary liaison with local service providers, vendors, venues, and event staff.

Stakeholder & Partner Liaison

• Manage communication and coordination with programme speakers, coaches, and facilitators.
• Act as point of contact for UNDP in Ethiopia, local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in Ethiopia.
• Ensure timely and professional communication with all stakeholders involved in the programme.

Reporting & Documentation

• Conduct the drafting and submission of progress reports, event summaries, and project documentation under guidance from the SPM.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities, outcomes, and feedback.

Administrative & Other Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the programme team as needed.
• Support the country lead in local co-ordination, e.g. of business development events/ events to support central SME recruitment team
• Support local impact story gathering as required
• Carry out other project-related duties as delegated by the SPM in alignment with the overall scope of the Manutech Hub initiative.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Development Studies, Project Management, or a related field (required).
  • Master’s degree is a plus, particularly in areas related to development, business, or public administration.
  • Minimum of 7 years' experience managing complex projects, preferably in the areas of entrepreneurship development, SME support, or skills development.
  • At least 3 years of full-time work experience in Uganda, with a solid understanding of the local social enterprise, development, or business ecosystem.
  • Demonstrated experience working with donor-funded programmes, government agencies, or multilateral organizations (e.g. UNDP, GIZ, etc.) is highly desirable.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery against milestones.
• Strong experience in planning and executing both virtual and in-person events or learning programs.
• Excellent project management skills, including use of tools for task tracking, budget monitoring, and reporting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise reports and professional correspondence.
• Comfortable using digital platforms and tools such as Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana, Dropbox, and similar productivity/PM tools.
  Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships with diverse teams, facilitators, and partners.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Attributes & Mindset

• Passion for AMI’s mission and a strong desire to contribute to Africa’s entrepreneurial growth.
• Curious, resourceful, and solutions-oriented – you seek better ways of doing things.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile when needed.
• Integrity-driven and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Strong alignment with AMI’s values: Be the Best, Own It, Push the Limits, Do What’s Right, Always Care.

Benefits

Why join us

• A high-impact, diverse and ambitious team with common values:
  • Be the best: We work really hard, are proud of what we do, and love delighting our clients with quality.
  • Own it: We step up to the task, never pass the buck and hold ourselves accountable for delivering results.
  • Push the limits: We ask why, embrace failure and try new things. We never settle.
  • Do what’s right: We act with integrity, confront dishonesty, treat people fairly and strive to contribute to the greater good
  • Always care: We don’t have ego – it’s always ‘team before me’. We are kind, we celebrate each other’s success, and we care enough to give honest feedback.
• A dynamic office & team life:
  • Brand new offices in Westlands, Nairobi
  • Monthly team social events and yearly offsite
  • Regular learning and coaching opportunities
• A hybrid working model.