Job Title: Project Manager
Organisation: African Management Institute
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
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.
Job Summary: 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.
Key Duties and 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.
Qualifications, Skills and 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.
How to Apply:
All candidate should apply online at the link below.
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 84