Power learn Project is a Pan-African Non-governmental Organisation that is here to see through a transformative Africa by equipping the youth with technology skills.
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- Partnerships Manager
- Communications & Brand Strategy Consultant
- Product Innovation Manager
- Strategic Operations & Partnerships Lead
- Business Development Manager
- Method of Application
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldProject Management 
About The Job
The Partnerships Manager will lead the strategy and execution of PLP's resource mobilisation and organisational sustainability efforts. The role will be a critical bridge between PLP and its funding, donor, and strategic ecosystem partners. The primary focus is fundraising for programmatic work while supporting broader business development and partnership efforts across departments. The ideal candidate will be both a relationship-builder and an opportunity seeker, someone who can identify, secure, and sustain funding while positioning PLP as a thought leader and impactful partner within the tech education and youth employment space.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
- Develop and implement a resource mobilisation strategy targeting grant-making organisations, foundations, development agencies, and philanthropic institutions.
- Lead the end-to-end proposal development process: opportunity scouting, concept note drafting, partnership positioning, grant writing, and submission.
- Maintain a robust pipeline of prospective funders and reporting obligations for active grants.
Strategic Partnerships Management
- Build and sustain strategic relationships with key funders and ecosystem actors.
- Represent PLP in donor and partner engagements, ensuring alignment between funder priorities and PLP programmatic goals.
- Ensure timely reporting, stewardship, and relationship cultivation with all external funders.
- Maintain a comprehensive, multi-country partnership tracker to manage, follow through, and convert partnership conversations into funding and strategic support across all PLP program countries.
- The Partnerships Manager shall proactively steward relationships from initial introduction to funding closure, ensuring timely follow-through, sustained engagement, and conversion of opportunities into secured financial support.
Business Development Support
- Identify opportunities for revenue generation through PLP’s products and services (e.g., advanced courses, corporate training, tech talent placement).
- Collaborate with program leads to position offerings for potential clients and partners.
- Support pitch development, service pricing, and partnership proposals.
Cross-Departmental Partnership Support
- Serve as the central point of coordination for partnership-related efforts across Outreach, Academy, Executive Director’s Office, Talent Hub, and Community teams.
- Collaborate with departmental leads to identify partnership needs, co-develop engagement strategies, and design value-aligned proposals.
- Actively support teams in initiating, nurturing, and closing partnerships with corporates, funders, government, and ecosystem actors relevant to their focus areas.
- Represent PLP in meetings, events, and forums that align with the strategic goals of these departments, ensuring consistent messaging and value delivery.
- Facilitate alignment between partner interests and internal program needs, ensuring strong internal coordination and follow-through.
- Track, document, and report on partnership pipelines and outcomes for each department, contributing to organisation-wide visibility and strategic planning.
- Provide capacity-building and advisory support to internal teams on best practices for partner engagement, proposal development, and relationship management.
Organisational Positioning & Visibility
- Work closely with the Communications & PR team to ensure PLP’s leadership is present in the right platforms: key industry events, panels, forums, and member organisations.
- Track and map influence-building opportunities for senior management.
- Draft strategic briefing notes, talking points, and speaker profiles as needed.
Market Research & Ecosystem Insights
- Lead ongoing research on trends in tech talent development, digital skills, youth employment, and related ecosystems across Africa.
- Track and analyze market data, policy shifts, and sector best practices to inform PLP’s strategy, fundraising priorities, and program design.
- Conduct benchmarking of global social enterprise models, funding approaches, and sector innovations to guide PLP’s growth and positioning.
- Prepare insight briefs and presentations for the Executive Director and leadership team to support decision-making and external engagement.
- Provide actionable recommendations on partnership opportunities, funding trends, and ecosystem gaps relevant to PLP’s mission and impact goals.
Preferred Qualifications & Competencies
- Proven track record in fundraising, grant writing, and donor relationship management.
- Experience in nonprofit or impact-focused business development.
- Strong communication and proposal writing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive collaborative initiatives.
- Familiarity with the tech education, youth employment, or social enterprise sectors is a plus.
What success in this role looks like
- Growth in successful grant applications and renewals.
- Sustained relationships with new and existing partners.
- Increased revenue from PLP products and initiatives.
- Documented support to cross-departmental partnership initiatives.
- PLP representation in strategic industry events and networks.
- Clear reporting and tracking of partnership engagements and fundraising pipeline.
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldConsultancy  , Media / Advertising / Branding 
About The Job
To build the communication and brand storytelling capacity of PLP's leadership team through training, coaching, and the development of practical tools that support clarity, alignment, and confidence in both internal and external messaging.
Objective of the Assignment
To build the communication and brand storytelling capacity of PLP’s leadership team through training, coaching, and the development of practical tools that support clarity, alignment, and confidence in both internal and external messaging.
Scope of Work
The consultant will be expected to deliver the following:
- Capacity Building and Training
- Conduct an initial needs assessment to align training objectives with leadership expectations.
- Deliver at least three focused training or coaching sessions (in-person or virtual) on:
- Purpose-driven communication and brand alignment
- Structuring compelling proposals and pitch decks
- Data storytelling and narrative framing
- Personal and organizational presentation delivery
- Strategic Support and Tools
- Support refinement of live or past proposals and presentations as examples.
- Provide practical templates and toolkits for proposals, decks, and data visualization.
- Embed a clear framework for brand positioning and communication best practices.
- Reporting and Recommendations
- Produce a final report outlining key recommendations, insights, and a roadmap for sustaining communication excellence post-engagement.
Deliverables
- Training plan: Structured Plan co-developed with the executive team outlining training sessions, focus areas and timelines.(Week 1)
- Training Sessions: Delivery of at least 3 interactive training/coaching sessions with tailored content.(Weeks 2–3)
- Communications Toolkit: A practical toolkit (e.g., proposal templates, data storytelling guides, pitch structures) for long-term internal use.(Week 3)
- Final Report: Summary of key insights, lessons, tools delivered, and recommendations for sustained implementation.(Week 4)
Consultant Profile
- The ideal consultant should have:
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in strategic communications, branding, or leadership advisory roles.
- A demonstrated ability to coach executive leadership in storytelling, brand positioning, and persuasive communications.
- Expertise in using data and metrics to support narratives in written and verbal formats.
- Experience working with nonprofits, edtech, or youth-focused organizations in Africa is preferred.
Payment Terms
To be negotiated based on agreed milestones and deliverables.
Product Innovation Manager- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldProduct Management 
About The Job
Power Learn Project (PLP) is on a mission to empower young Africans with tech skills and create scalable pathways into meaningful employment. As we scale our Learning Management System (LMS) to support thousands of learners across the continent, we are seeking a Product Innovation Manager to drive the evolution of our tech stack, engineering practices, and platform stability. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone driven to build scalable, resilient, and user-focused systems that create impact at scale. In this role, you will lead a talented team of engineers, influence both product and technical direction, and deliver solutions that prioritise performance, growth, and innovation.
Functional Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership across multiple teams and projects.
- Architect, design, and implement scalable and maintainable software systems, with a focus on microservices architecture.
- Mentor and support the growth of junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing.
- Ensure adherence to engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and deliver reliable solutions.
- Manage and improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows.
- Oversee system performance, availability, and security.
- Drive continuous improvement in team processes and technology usage.
- Act as a representative of PLP in relevant technology forums, conferences, and industry events, sharing insights, showcasing our innovations, and building thought leadership.
- Stay continuously informed about emerging technologies, trends, and tools, and bring back actionable insights to inform product development and innovation strategies.
- As PLP continues to evolve in a dynamic tech landscape, the Product Innovation Manager may be assigned additional responsibilities beyond the scope outlined.
Tech Stack (Preferred Experience)
- Programming Languages: Golang, NodeJS
- Frontend: ReactJS, NextJS
- Databases: MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL
- Infrastructure: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes
- Messaging: Kafka, RabbitMQ
- Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack
- Caching & Performance: Redis
- AI Integration: Experience with AI/ML APIs or services (e.g., OpenAI, Vertex AI)
- Testing & Quality: Jest, Mocha, Postman, Swagger/OpenAPI
- Third-Party Integrations: Proficiency in integrating and managing external APIs and SDKs
Essential Qualifications
- 5+ years of software engineering experience, with 2+ years in a leadership or senior engineering role.
- Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices, and API design.
- Experience with cloud-native infrastructure and container orchestration.
- Proficiency in designing and optimizing data-intensive applications.
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Nice to Have
- Experience in high-growth startups or fast-paced development environments.
- Familiarity with event-driven architecture and asynchronous processing.
- Exposure to security best practices and infrastructure automation.
What Success in This Role Looks Like
- Scalable Systems: Our LMS infrastructure seamlessly supports 100,000+ concurrent learners with high uptime and performance.
- Team Growth & Velocity: A high-performing team that ships quality features quickly, maintains low defect rates, and regularly improves delivery processes.
- Innovation & Impact: New technologies (e.g., AI/ML, blockchain) are meaningfully integrated into learner experience and credentialing.
- Stakeholder Trust: Product, design, and program teams see engineering as a reliable and strategic partner.
- Platform Maturity: Continuous evolution of the platform’s stability, observability, and security posture.
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience3 - 5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldProject Management 
About The Job
The Strategic Operations & Partnerships Associate role is a high-level coordination and execution function that enables the Executive Director (ED) to focus on strategic priorities by managing scheduling, briefings, documentation, and cross-functional follow-through. It supports efficient decision tracking, proposal and partner development, stakeholder communications, and high-stakes meeting preparation. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong organizational, communication, and project management skills, capable of handling sensitive information with discretion while ensuring seamless operations and alignment across the Executive Office.
Functional Responsibilities
Executive Office Operational Support
- Office of the ED Support:
- Manage the Executive Director's calendar, scheduling, and day-to-day workflow to maximize productivity and focus on strategic priorities.
- Coordinate and schedule meetings, appointments, and events to ensure the optimal use of the ED's time.
- Oversee all travel logistics for the ED, including bookings, itineraries, and preparation of travel briefs.
- Prepare and organize briefing materials for the ED's internal and external engagements.
- Decision & Task Tracking:
- Establish and manage robust action logs and follow-up systems to track all decisions, assignments, and commitments involving the Executive Director, ensuring timely execution and accountability.
- Track progress on priority initiatives and ensure timely delivery of key outputs across departments.
- Make sure team members complete their tasks on time for projects and priorities that involve the Executive Director.
- Document Preparation:
- Draft and edit executive briefs, board documentation, high-level presentation decks, and official meeting reports.
- Ensure all documentation prepared for the ED meets high standards of clarity, accuracy, and professionalism.
- Manage version control and timely dissemination of critical documents to stakeholders.
- Confidentiality & Discretion:
- Handle all sensitive information, personnel matters, and confidential strategy discussions with the utmost professionalism and integrity.
- Exercise sound judgment in managing access to the ED and information flow from the Executive Office.
Partnerships & External Engagement (Oversight & Coordination)
- Partner Pipeline Oversight:
- Oversee the identification, research, and profiling of potential partners including corporations, foundations, multilaterals, and government entities aligned with PLP’s mission and strategic priorities.
- Guide and refine the partner pipeline process, ensuring high-potential leads are surfaced and followed up on appropriately.
- Present vetted partnership opportunities for the Executive Director’s review and decision-making.
- Proposal & Grant Development Coordination:
- Supervise the drafting, review, and packaging of partnership proposals, grant applications, and concept notes from the Executive Office.
- Ensure all proposals and supporting documents meet PLP’s standards of quality, clarity, and strategic fit.
- Coordinate with internal teams to gather inputs, track deadlines, and monitor submission outcomes.
- Provide regular updates to the Executive Director on proposal pipelines and pending opportunities.
- Relationship Management & Stakeholder Communications:
- Oversee the documentation and tracking of engagement touchpoints with partners, donors, and key collaborators who interact with the Executive Director.
- Maintain updated CRM records and monitor outstanding actions related to executive-level relationships.
- Coordinate timely and consistent communication and follow-up with external stakeholders on behalf of the ED to build and sustain long-term partnerships.
- High-Level Event & Meeting Preparation:
- Lead the preparation for high-stakes meetings, partnership events, and external engagements involving the Executive Director.
- Collaborate with the communications department to prepare talking points, briefing materials, and post-meeting reports.
- Ensure the ED is well-briefed on participants, meeting objectives, and expected outcomes.
- Capture key insights, decisions, and action items from events and ensure timely follow-up and reporting.
Cross-Functional Project Management
- Project Coordination:
- Facilitate cross-departmental projects and organization-wide process improvement initiatives that require Executive Office oversight or involvement.
- Ensure effective alignment and collaboration among relevant teams to achieve project objectives.
- Monitor project timelines and deliverables, and communicate regular progress updates and critical issues to the Executive Director.
- Systems & Reporting:
- Provide the Executive Director with timely, actionable reports and dashboards to inform strategic decisions and support board-level reporting.
- Ensure data integrity and consistency across all performance tracking and reporting processes.
Innovation & Documentation:
- Lead or contribute to the ideation, research, and documentation of new initiatives, pilot programs, and strategic plans emerging from the Executive Office.
- Synthesize complex information into concise, actionable briefs and proposals for leadership review and decision-making.
- Support the institutionalisation of successful pilots and new processes by documenting key learnings and recommendations.
Executive Communications Support
- Oversee the curation of stories and digital campaigns that showcase the Executive Director’s initiatives, speaking engagements, and strategic missions across Africa, ensuring alignment with PLP’s brand and impact objectives.
- Lead collaboration with the design and communications teams to ensure timely sourcing, editing, and production of images, graphics, and short videos for use across all digital platforms, maintaining quality and consistency in visual storytelling.
- Coordinate with the broader communications team to ensure alignment of messaging and brand tone.
- Prepare event summaries for the ED’s high-level engagements for use across multiple social media platforms.
Essential Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, International Relations, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field is required.
- A Master’s degree (MBA, MPA, or similar) is an added advantage.
- Experience:
- 3–5 years of progressive experience in executive support, project management, partnerships, business development, or strategic roles, ideally within nonprofits, technology, education, consulting, or other mission-driven organizations.
- Demonstrated experience working with executive leadership and exposure to high-level decision making and project coordination.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace.
- Experience using CRM systems, project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello), and data reporting platforms.
- Excellent writing, editing, and document preparation skills for high-level briefs, presentations, and board materials.
- Digital communication skills, including experience with social media management and multimedia storytelling.
- Core Competencies:
- Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to oversee complex projects, coordinate teams, and manage deadlines effectively.
- Strong analytical thinking, research, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and professional relationship management (corporates, donors, government, foundations, etc.).
- High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, quality work.
- Demonstrated integrity and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Interpersonal Skills:
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for different audiences.
- Relationship building mindset with a track record of nurturing professional networks and following through on commitments.
- Adaptable, resourceful, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable anticipating and responding to evolving priorities.
- Organizational Fit:
- Passion for Power Learn Project’s mission of empowering Africa’s youth through digital skills.
- Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative spirit.
- Comfortable working in a hybrid/remote environment and with diverse, multicultural teams.
- Preferred (but not required):
- Familiarity with Africa’s digital skills and tech ecosystem.
- Background in event planning, high-level meeting support, or digital communications.
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience5 - 7 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldSales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
About The Job
The Business Development Manager will play a pivotal role in advancing PLP's vision of building a vibrant Pan-African tech talent community. Reporting to the External Affairs & Partnerships Manager, this role will be responsible for cultivating strategic relationships, securing transformative partnerships, and expanding PLP's ecosystem of collaborators, funders, and innovators across Africa. The role requires a dynamic, results-driven professional with a deep understanding of Africa's technology and development landscapes, strong relationship management skills, and a passion for empowering young people through digital opportunities.
Functional Responsibilities 1. Partnership Identification and Development:
- Design a comprehensive funding needs assessment to identify priority resource gaps and strategic investment areas that will support the growth, sustainability, and impact of PLP.
- Proactively identify and research potential strategic partners across various sectors aligned with PLP's mission and growth objectives.
- Develop and implement targeted outreach strategies to initiate contact and build relationships with key stakeholders.
- Conduct thorough due diligence on potential partners to assess their suitability and alignment with PLP's values and goals.
- Act as the primary point of contact for assigned partners, ensuring effective communication and addressing any queries or concerns promptly.
Partnership Engagement & Stewardship:
- Initiate and manage external engagements, articulating PLP’s value proposition in shaping Africa’s digital workforce.
- Develop customized partnership proposals, concept notes, and MOUs that align mutual interests and drive social impact.
- Steward relationships with partners through consistent engagement, reporting, and showcasing the impact of collaboration.
- Foster strategic partnerships by maintaining strong, collaborative relationships and ensuring partners are proactively and consistently engaged with timely updates on key operational matters and organizational priorities.
Proposal Development and Pipeline Management:
- Coordinate cross-functional teams in crafting high-quality, timely funding proposals and strategic partnership submissions.
- Develop and maintain business development templates, proposals, and quick-response materials for strategic engagements.
- Develop and manage a pipeline of potential partnerships, tracking progress and forecasting potential outcomes.
- Work closely with the External Affairs & Partnerships Manager to set ambitious yet achievable partnership targets and develop strategies to meet them.
Market Research and Analysis:
- Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitor activities, and potential new partnership avenues within the African EdTech and skills development landscape.
- Analyze the needs and challenges of various sectors to tailor PLP's value proposition effectively.
- Provide insights and recommendations to the leadership team on market opportunities and potential strategic directions.
Reporting and Performance Management:
- Maintain accurate records of all business development activities, including partner interactions, proposal development, and agreement status.
- With guidance from the External Affairs & Partnerships Manager, track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to partnership development, such as the number of new partnerships secured, the value of partnerships, and the impact on PLP's reach.
- Prepare regular reports on business development progress, challenges, and opportunities.
Representation and Networking:
- Represent PLP at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to build brand awareness and identify potential partners.
- Serve as a key external spokesperson for PLP's partnership initiatives.
What Success Looks Like in This Role:
- Significant growth in the number and value of strategic partnerships secured.
- Establishment of strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders in corporate, government, education, and funding sectors.
- Increased opportunities for PLP graduates through internships, employment, and startup support facilitated by partnerships.
- Enhanced visibility and recognition of PLP as a leading EdTech organization in Africa.
- Contribution to the long-term financial sustainability and scalability of PLP's programs.
- Consistent achievement of partnership targets and KPIs.
Essential Qualifications: Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Relations, Education, or a related field. A Master's degree is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in business development, sales & marketing, partnership management, or a related role, preferably within the technology, education, or social impact sectors..
- Proven track record of successfully identifying, cultivating, and securing strategic partnerships.
- Strong understanding of the African business and socio-economic landscape, particularly within the tech and education sectors.
- Strong networking abilities and a demonstrated capacity to build and maintain relationships.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Passion for PLP's mission and a commitment to empowering African youth through technology.
- Proficiency in CRM software and other relevant business development tools.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Relationship building mindset with a track record of nurturing professional networks and following through on commitments.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable anticipating and responding to evolving priorities.
Cultural Fit:
- Passion for Power Learn Project’s mission of empowering Africa’s youth through digital skills.
- Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative spirit.
- Comfortable working in a hybrid/remote environment and with diverse, multicultural teams.
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