Project Manager - Ghana

AMI is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.RESPONSIBILITIESProject Management & ImplementationSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesAct as point of contact for local partnersAcumen Green RISE ProjectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationEvent CoordinationOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaManage event logistics end-to-endServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffStakeholder & Partner LiaisonManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaM&E SupportCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionReporting & SafeguardingDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationMaintain accurate project recordsUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyAdministrativeGeneral administrative support to the programme teamSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport local impact story gatheringProvide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Business, Development Studies, Project Management or a related field (required); Master's degree is a plusMinimum 5 years' experience managing projects, preferably in entrepreneurship development, SME support or skills developmentAt least 3 years' full-time work experience in Ghana, with a solid understanding of the local social enterprise and development ecosystemFluency in English and one Ghanaian languageExperience with donor-funded programmes, government agencies or multilateral organisations such as UNDP, Mastercard Foundation or GIZ is highly desirableExperience working in peri-urban and rural districts of Ghana is a plusProven ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery against milestonesStrong experience planning and executing both virtual and in-person events or learning programmesExcellent project management skills including use of tools for task tracking, budget monitoring, and reportingStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, concise reports and professional correspondenceComfortable using digital platforms and tools such as Zoom, Google Workspace, Monday.com, and similar productivity and PM toolsStrong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills, with a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion mindsetDetail-oriented with strong data analysis capability and ability to use tools to work efficientlyAbility to provide up-to-date data and feedback on project progress to enable accurate and on-time reportingAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environmentPassion for AMI's mission and a genuine desire to contribute to Africa's entrepreneurial growthCurious, resourceful and solutions-oriented — always seeking better ways of doing thingsFlexible and adaptable with a can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile when neededIntegrity-driven and committed to delivering high-quality workStrong alignment with AMI's valuesBenefitsWhy join usA 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 goodAlways 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, NairobiMonthly team social events and yearly offsiteRegular learning and coaching opportunitiesA hybrid working modelAMI is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.RESPONSIBILITIESProject Management & ImplementationSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesAct as point of contact for local partnersAcumen Green RISE ProjectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationEvent CoordinationOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaManage event logistics end-to-endServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffStakeholder & Partner LiaisonManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaM&E SupportCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionReporting & SafeguardingDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationMaintain accurate project recordsUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyAdministrativeGeneral administrative support to the programme teamSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport local impact story gatheringProvide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.AMI is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.RESPONSIBILITIESProject Management & ImplementationSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesAct as point of contact for local partnersAcumen Green RISE ProjectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationEvent CoordinationOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaManage event logistics end-to-endServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffStakeholder & Partner LiaisonManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaM&E SupportCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionReporting & SafeguardingDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationMaintain accurate project recordsUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyAdministrativeGeneral administrative support to the programme teamSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport local impact story gatheringProvide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.

AMI is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.

AMI is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.AMI is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.AMI is looking for an ambitiousAMI is looking for an ambitiousAMI is looking for an ambitiousAMI is looking for an ambitiousProject ManagerProject ManagerProject ManagerProject ManagerProject Managerto support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.to support the effective planning, coordination and execution of Ghana-based programmes, working closely under the supervision of a Senior Programme Manager and the Ghana Country Lead.

This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.

This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.This role is central to the smooth delivery of virtual and in-person capacity building training, engaging with in-field stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring reporting is carried out to a high standard. GESI and Safeguarding are core to AMI delivery, and the successful candidate will bring knowledge of Ghana's regional realities, opportunities and challenges in the green economy sector.

One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.

One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.One of the main projects run in Ghana is Green RISE Africa, requiring close collaboration with the wider AMI implementation team, including other project managers.

Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.

Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.Travel across Ghana's districts might be expected.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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Project Management & Implementation

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• Support development and execution of detailed project plans against timelines

Support development and execution of detailed project plans against timelines

Support development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelinesSupport development and execution of detailed project plans against timelines

• Own delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership Director

Own delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership Director

Own delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership DirectorOwn delivery of selected project tasks within the agreed workplan with the SPM and Partnership Director

• Manage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline management

Manage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline management

Manage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline managementManage day-to-day project coordination: budget tracking, task tracking, deadline management

• Coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestones

Coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestones

Coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestonesCoordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders to align on milestones

• Act as point of contact for local partners

Act as point of contact for local partners

Act as point of contact for local partnersAct as point of contact for local partnersAct as point of contact for local partnersAct as point of contact for local partnersAct as point of contact for local partnersAct as point of contact for local partners

Acumen Green RISE Project

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• Serve as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa project

Serve as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa project

Serve as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa projectServe as local project manager for the Acumen Green RISE Africa project

• Act as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystem

Act as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystem

Act as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystemAct as liaison between the internal implementation team and the local ecosystem

• Work closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementation

Work closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementation

Work closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementationWork closely with the SPM assigned to the overall project for Ghana implementation

Event Coordination

Event CoordinationEvent CoordinationEvent CoordinationEvent CoordinationEvent CoordinationEvent Coordination

• Organise and support delivery of all in-person events in Ghana

Organise and support delivery of all in-person events in Ghana

Organise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in GhanaOrganise and support delivery of all in-person events in Ghana

• Manage event logistics end-to-end

Manage event logistics end-to-end

Manage event logistics end-to-endManage event logistics end-to-endManage event logistics end-to-endManage event logistics end-to-endManage event logistics end-to-endManage event logistics end-to-end

• Serve as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staff

Serve as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staff

Serve as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staffServe as primary liaison with local vendors, venues and event staff

Stakeholder & Partner Liaison

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• Manage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitators

Manage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitators

Manage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitatorsManage communication with programme speakers, coaches and facilitators

• Act as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in Ghana

Act as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in Ghana

Act as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in GhanaAct as point of contact for local implementing partners and ecosystem actors in Ghana

M&E Support

M&E SupportM&E SupportM&E SupportM&E SupportM&E SupportM&E Support

• Coordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedback

Coordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedback

Coordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedbackCoordinate field-level data collection, spot-checks and event feedback

• Support basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central team

Support basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central team

Support basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central teamSupport basic data quality checks, escalating issues to the central team

• Liaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E function

Liaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E function

Liaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E functionLiaise between Ghana field activities and AMI's central M&E function

Reporting & Safeguarding

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• Draft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentation

Draft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentation

Draft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentationDraft and submit progress reports, field visit notes and project documentation

• Maintain accurate project records

Maintain accurate project records

Maintain accurate project recordsMaintain accurate project recordsMaintain accurate project recordsMaintain accurate project recordsMaintain accurate project recordsMaintain accurate project records

• Uphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policy

Uphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policy

Uphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policyUphold Safeguarding policies, flag breaches proactively, and feed back on cultural adaptation of policy

Administrative

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• General administrative support to the programme team

General administrative support to the programme team

General administrative support to the programme teamGeneral administrative support to the programme teamGeneral administrative support to the programme teamGeneral administrative support to the programme teamGeneral administrative support to the programme teamGeneral administrative support to the programme team

• Support the country lead on local co-ordination of business development events

Support the country lead on local co-ordination of business development events

Support the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development eventsSupport the country lead on local co-ordination of business development events

• Support local impact story gathering

Support local impact story gathering

Support local impact story gatheringSupport local impact story gatheringSupport local impact story gatheringSupport local impact story gatheringSupport local impact story gatheringSupport local impact story gathering

• Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.

Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.

Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.Provide up-to-date data and feedback for accurate, on-time reporting.