Project Lead Consultant
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Job Summary
AMI is hiring a highly driven and execution-focused Project Lead to lead the delivery of the CAYACC Program. This role will be responsible for translating program strategy into high-quality execution ensuring strong coordination across partners effective delivery on the ground and robust monitoring evaluation and learning.
The Project Lead will sit at the center of program implementationowning planning delivery stakeholder engagement and performance trackingwhile working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure impact at scale. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for someone who thrives in fast-paced multi-stakeholder environments and is comfortable balancing strategy with execution.
The ideal candidate is a strong program leader who combines structured thinking with hands-on execution. They are highly organized data-driven and able to manage complexity across multiple stakeholders and geographies. They bring a strong sense of ownership are proactive in problem-solving and are comfortable operating in dynamic evolving environments.
Key Responsibilities
Program Strategy Planning & Delivery
- Lead the planning and execution of the CAYACC program translating strategic objectives into clear workplans timelines and deliverables
- Ensure high-quality implementation of program activities across regions aligned to agreed priorities and outcomes
- Track program progress against targets proactively identifying risks and driving corrective action
Field Execution & Coordination
- Oversee coordination of field activities across program locations ensuring consistency quality and timely delivery
- Support implementation teams and partners in delivering program interventions effectively
- Maintain visibility of field operations through structured check-ins dashboards and reporting mechanisms
Partnership & Stakeholder Management
- Manage relationships with key partners including implementing organizations technical partners and ecosystem stakeholders
- Coordinate joint planning and execution with partners ensuring alignment on roles expectations and deliverables
- Represent the program in stakeholder engagements and external forums where required
Monitoring Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
- Drive results-based management across the program ensuring clear tracking of outputs outcomes and impact
- Oversee data collection validation and reporting processes to ensure accuracy and integrity
- Translate program insights into actionable improvements fostering a culture of continuous learning and adaptation
Performance Management & Accountability
- Track delivery against program KPIs budgets and timelines
- Establish clear reporting structures and accountability mechanisms across teams and partners
- Lead regular performance reviews and ensure follow-through on actions and commitments
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with internal teams (programs MEL finance operations) to ensure coordinated delivery and compliance
- Contribute to organizational learning systems improvement and program design enhancements.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Development Studies Project Management Business Administration or a related field (Masters degree is an advantage)
- 6 years of experience managing or coordinating development programs preferably in youth agriculture climate or entrepreneurship sectors
- Demonstrated experience managing multi-stakeholder programs and partnerships
- Strong experience in program planning delivery and monitoring
- Experience working in regional or multi-country programs is an advantage
Core Competencies
- Strong program and project management skills
- Excellent stakeholder management and partnership coordination
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
- Ability to manage execution in complex fast-paced environments
- Excellent communication reporting and facilitation skills
- High level of ownership accountability and attention to detail
Benefits
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 whats right: We act with integrity confront dishonesty treat people fairly and strive to contribute to the greater good
- Always care: We dont have ego its always team before me. We are kind we celebrate each others 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
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Business Marketing or a related field Minimum of 4 years experience in business development strategic partnerships or B2B/enterprise sales Proven experience operating in fast-paced high-growth or entrepreneurial environments Demonstrated experience in B2B business development with a strong track record of driving revenue growth Proven ability to engage influence and sell to senior stakeholders including CEOs and executive leadership teams Track record of successfully closing mid- to high-value deals (USD 7800) Strong client relationship management experience with the ability to build and sustain long-term partnerships High level of commercial acumen including pipeline management opportunity prioritization and deal structuring Excellent communication presentation and negotiation skills Strong ownership mindset with the ability to operate independently and drive results Strategic thinker with a passion for driving business growth and impact across Africa
