Ujima is an old Swahili word that means "achieved with the help of others”. Founded in 2003, Ujima foundation is a sustainable urban development organization providing employability training to orphaned youngsters that are taking full responsibility for their younger siblings. Unique to Ujima’s approach, we own and run two income-generating properties and a Capacity Building programme to financially sustain our training programme.
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Project Manager
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience2 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldProject Management 
As the Project Manager, you will:
- Oversee and manage the transformation of three key TVET institutions in Kisumu County into Centers of Vocational Excellence (CoVE), ensuring alignment with international best practices and local needs.
- Coordinate with Ujima foundation, its partners and local stakeholders to drive the strategic objectives of the CoVE project, ensuring smooth implementation and long-term sustainability.
- Develop strong Partnerships with the county government, industry leaders, and development organizations to foster collaboration, funding, and support for the TVET institutions.
- Enhance the capacity of Tvet staff and leadership teams through targeted training, mentorship, and resource mobilization, driving a culture of excellence and innovation.
- Lead infastricture development and curriculums improvements ensuring that the training programs reflect current industry demands and global standards.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on the progress of the CoVE initiative, providing actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Education, Engineering or related field
- 2+ years of experience in project management, managing education, skills development or TVETS-related projects (is an added advantage)
- Proven track record of successfully managing or transforming institutions into Centers of Excellence or leading comparable initiatives.
- Strong understanding of the TVET ecosystem in Kenya, including policies, challenges and the role of public - private partnerships.
- Application Leadership experience in managing teams, stakeholders and resources to achieve project objectives on time and within budget.
- Exceptional communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation, financial management and stakeholder reporting.
Method of Application
Send Your CV and Cover Letter. Subject line: Project Manager - TVET COVE Kisumu To: hr@ujimafoundation.org
