Project Director

2 weeks ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Bridge for Billions Full time

Bridge for Billions is one of the largest global entrepreneurship networks, creating and managing entrepreneurship programs with foundations, corporations, and public entities.

We have supported more over 5,000 entrepreneurs in more than 100 countries. We exist to enable more early-stage entrepreneurs of all kinds to thrive, generating jobs and solutions for...

ROLES & CONTRIBUTIONS

Project Leader:
Define and communicate project goals, objectives, and KPIs.
Develop detailed project plans with timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
Lead project execution, ensuring timely, within scope, and on-budget completion.
Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
Collaborate with PR & Marketing to position Bridge for Billions and the project in the region.
Allocate resources efficiently and manage the project budget.
Build partnerships across the region and onboard additional donors and funders for project growth and sustainability.
Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring alignment with project goals.
Maintain high-quality standards in all project deliverables and conduct regular reviews.
Implement M&E frameworks to track progress and use data-driven insights for continuous improvement.

Donor and Stakeholder management:
Act as the main contact for project donors, ensuring strong relationships and collaboration.
Prepare and deliver regular financial and narrative reports to meet donor requirements.
Host regular check-ins to keep donors informed about project progress.
Manage the project budget, ensuring accurate expense reporting and alignment with donor expectations.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with all key stakeholders, integrating their input into the project strategy.

People Leader:
Recruit, onboard, and mentor Program Managers and the project team
Foster a motivated and high-performing team environment using an 'Inspire & Support' leadership model.
Set clear performance goals for the team and provide support as needed ensuring they thrive not only within the project but within Bridge for Billions as a whole
Ensure a well-distributed and balanced workload across the team
Develop personal growth plans for each team member based on their professional goals.

Co-lead the Programs Department of the company:
Work with the Head of Programs and other Program Directors on resource allocation strategies.
Make data-driven decisions together with other program directors to lead the department.
Initiate and set goals for programs based on the organization's strategic objectives.
Document key processes and ensure knowledge is stored and shared.
Lead changes proactively and operationalize improvements for team use.
Share and implement best practices and scalable leadership techniques.

REQUIREMENTS
Hard Skills

Project Management & Development: 7+ years managing complex projects, with at least 3 years in entrepreneurship or social innovation projects.

Proficient in project management, planning, execution, and risk management. Experience with M&E frameworks and data-driven continuous improvement.

Financial Management & Budgeting:
Proven skills in budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, and managing financial reports. Experience aligning financial management with donor requirements.

Technical & Analytical Skills:
Proficient with digital tools like Trello, Slack, Google Drive, and online incubation platforms.

Leadership & Strategic Thinking:
Proven ability to recruit, mentor, and lead diverse teams. Strong skills in coaching, setting goals, managing performance, and inspiring growth. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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