AMI is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Project Manager to support the successful delivery of partner-led programmes across Africa. The Project Manager will be responsible for driving day-to-day project execution, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely reporting and documentation, and supporting monitoring, evaluation, and event logistics. This role is ideal for a highly organized professional with strong communication skills and a passion for impactful project delivery in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The Project Manager will play the following critical roles at AMI:

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, facilitators, etc
  

Programme Completion: Regularly engage with internal stakeholders to ensure they are on track to successfully complete and achieve the project goals and objectives.

• Working with different internal team members to ensure constant progress on the workplan and leading regular internal squad meetings to communicate progress and key action steps.
  

• Working with AMI’s M&E team to update and use cohort-level dashboards to regularly review key programme data points to assess progress against programme milestones
  

• Flagging off-track or at-risk tasks and working with the Lead for Partner Programmes or Senior program manager to proactively problem- solve
  

• Providing up-to-date data and feedback about project progress to enable accurate and on-time reporting
  

Stakeholder & Partner Engagement

• Ensure timely and professional communication with all stakeholders involved in the programme.
  

• Support ongoing relationship-building with local partners and ecosystem actors in relevant regions.
  

• Manage communication and coordination with programme speakers, coaches, and facilitators.
  

M&E support and coordination

• Coordinate occasional field-level activities such as data collection visits, spot-checks, or event feedback, ensuring timely sharing of information with the central M&E team.
  

• Support basic data quality checks and documentation as requested, escalating any issues to the central team
  

• Act as a liaison between Rwanda project teams and AMI’s central M&E function to facilitate smooth communication and alignment.
  

Reporting & Documentation

• Support high quality project documentation by preparing concise updates, field visit notes, and event summaries.
  

• Maintain accurate records of project activities and partner feedback, in line with AMI’s reporting processes.
  

• Support knowledge sharing by capturing lessons learned and sharing them with the central project and M&E teams.
  

Event Coordination

• Plan and execute all in-person sessions for assigned projects.
  

• Coordinate 1:1 coaching for SMEs, startups, including scheduling, contracting, feedback, and billing.
  

• Manage logistics to ensure a smooth participant experience.
  

• Liaise with the Ops team to secure vendors, venues, and event staff.
  

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 various projects
  

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
  

• Minimum 5+ years of proven experience managing complex projects, preferably in entrepreneurship development, SME support, or skills development.
  

• Demonstrated experience working with donor-funded programs, government agencies, or multilateral organizations.
  

• Experience in designing and implementing monitoring & evaluation frameworks.
  

• Startup and high-growth company experience is strongly preferred.
  

• Facilitation experience is a plus.
  

• PMP Certification or equivalent professional project management accreditation preferred.
  

Skills & Competencies

• Strong stakeholder engagement, reporting, and communication skills.
  

• Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
  

• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office Suite.
  

• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail.
  

• Solid time management skills; able to juggle competing priorities and meet deadlines.
  

• Results-driven, proactive, and adaptable to dynamic environments.
  

• Self-motivated, with the ability to take ownership of deliverables.
  

• Team player with the ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate with diverse teams.
  

• Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  

• Rock-solid integrity and professionalism.
  

• Fluency in English and Kinyarwanda; French is an added bonus.
  

• Good understanding of the Rwandan entrepreneurial, SME, and startup landscape.
  

• Willingness to participate in field activities and travel as required.
  

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:
  

• Monthly team social events and yearly offsite
  

• Regular learning and coaching opportunities
  

• A hybrid working model