Project Manager – Afya Moja Project at Technical University of Mombasa

About the Position

An established organization is recruiting a Project Manager to provide comprehensive financial and operational oversight of the Afya Moja Project at the Technical University of Mombasa.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Project Support Unit (PSU) team to ensure effective financial and operational oversight of project activities
• Oversee the preparation and monitoring of project budgets, financial statements, and expenditure reports in compliance with donor (VLIR-UOS) and institutional guidelines
• Ensure timely reconciliation of accounts, transparent procurement processes, and proper financial documentation
• Support the Project Coordinator in financial audits, risk assessments, and implementation of audit recommendations
• Provide technical, methodological, and management support to project leaders, ensuring financial compliance across subprojects
• Organize and support local and joint steering committee meetings, and implement decisions made
• Compile proposals, planning, and reporting documents at the local level
• Facilitate scholar mobility to Belgium and other international missions, and support incoming mobility from Belgium

Professional Requirements

• Master's Degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Health, Environmental Management, Development Studies, or a related field from a recognized institution
• At least three (3) years of proven experience in grant administration, project budgeting, and financial management of European Union funded projects
• Professional certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP®, PRINCE2®)
• Possession of Accounting/Finance certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) – an added advantage
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, providing technical and administrative oversight to ensure timely achievement of project deliverables
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to interact effectively with local and international partners, regulatory bodies, and institutional leadership