Senior Project Manager

About the role

Code for Africa is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the coordination of its fast‑moving portfolio of civic technology and media support initiatives. Based in Nairobi, the role ensures projects progress on schedule, align across teams, and meet quality standards set by the organisation and its funders.

Key responsibilities

• Translate strategic objectives into detailed work plans and timelines for multiple concurrent projects.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and resolve scheduling or delivery conflicts.
• Maintain clear communication with grantee partners, internal leads, and stakeholders.
• Ensure project documentation, reporting, and compliance with donor requirements.
• Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration between technologists, civic watchdogs, media partners, and grassroots organisations.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing complex, multi‑partner projects in a non‑profit or development context.
• Strong organisational and analytical abilities with a focus on delivering results.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
• High level of trustworthiness and ability to operate autonomously.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time, on‑site position in Nairobi.
• Benefits package as per organisational policy.
• Opportunity to contribute to open data and civic engagement initiatives across Africa.