Project Manager – Full Time

Who We Are

Entrepreneurial Solutions Partners (ESP) is dedicated to empowering innovative, scalable, and profitable enterprises to foster prosperity. Our mission is “to foster entrepreneurial solutions for prosperity.” We believe that sustainable transformation is achieved through an entrepreneurial mindset, employing scalable and innovative solutions to create lasting impact. Since our founding in January 2011 in Washington, DC, ESP has expanded its reach across the African continent, operating from regional offices in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire and Kigali, Rwanda.With extensive experience across more than 15 African countries, we continue to expand our presence.

At ESP, we deliver Intelligent Capital™—a blend of strategic insights and financial resources—to address critical societal challenges. We offer advisory services to a range of clients, including entrepreneurs, SMEs, businesses, governments, and development partners, while supporting innovative business models, leadership training, and entrepreneurial boot camps.

ESP operates two key practice areas:

1. Scale: Programs and platforms designed to inspire, incubate, and accelerate enterprises across their lifecycle, supporting current and future leaders with transformative potential in developing regions. This includes innovative financing mechanisms and initiatives.
2. Insights: Consulting services that develop and implement creative, sustainable solutions for enhancing value chain competitiveness, strategic business development, and leadership change. We leverage global expertise with a local perspective through projects such as Finance S’Engage™ and Data for Growth.

Passion, agility, collaboration, and equity are core values shared across the ESP team. We are looking for motivated, high-caliber individuals committed to achieving ambitious outcomes that advance prosperity in Africa.

Position Overview

The Project Manager (PM) will oversee and execute high-impact programs to ensure smooth, innovative, and successful implementation. This includes comprehensive project management and strategic oversight to drive ESP’s Scale programs and related initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and lead program strategies that align with objectives, incorporating lessons from past initiatives and global best practices.

Execution Coordination

• Manage the entire project lifecycle, from defining scope, goals, and deliverables to final execution.
• Lead outreach, onboarding, and support processes for innovative entrepreneurs and startups.
• Oversee cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to high standards.
• Adapt plans and allocate tasks as needed for successful project completion.
• Approve risk mitigation strategies and monitor their application.

Entrepreneur Support

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality workshops, coaching, and support for entrepreneurs.
• Track progress and manage milestones for participating startups.
• Oversee the implementation of financing mechanisms within programs.

Client and Stakeholder Management

• Maintain and nurture relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring satisfaction and timely follow-up.
• Identify and develop key partnerships that contribute to program growth and broader ESP objectives.

Communication and Outreach

• Supervise the creation of marketing materials to promote the program, incubated businesses, and partner organizations.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

• Oversee M&E processes, ensuring comprehensive reporting that meets management and client standards.
• Identify lessons learned and implement best practices for continuous improvement.

Program Management

• Ensure proper resource allocation (financial and non-financial) and adherence to processes.

Business Development

• Support the identification of new business opportunities and assist in proposal development to expand ESP’s services.

Required Qualifications

• Strong entrepreneurial mindset, leadership qualities, and drive.
• Quick learner with the ability to work independently.
• Adept at challenging and improving existing processes.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly detail-oriented, with the ability to dive into complex problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Educational and Technical Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Economics, or related field from a recognized institution (specialization in Purchasing & Supply is a plus).
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and Excel (knowledge of VBA and HTML is advantageous).
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating data and making strategic decisions.
• Experience in auditing or quality assurance is desirable.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, motivated, and dynamic team.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the African entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• A unique and fulfilling professional journey with daily entrepreneurial challenges.
• Personal and professional growth aimed at developing the next generation of entrepreneurs.
• A structured and expanding initiative with opportunities for high-level networking.
• A competitive and rewarding compensation package.

Are you passionate about driving economic growth in Africa through entrepreneurship? Click here to apply now and join our team committed to fostering prosperity across the continent.