Program Manager / Lead at Learnly Africa
Full time @Learnly Africa posted 10 hours ago in Project Management Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 8876
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Offered Salary 1000
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Career Level Executive
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Experience 4 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Projects/Programme
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Qualifications Diploma/Degree/Masters
Job Description
Program Manager / Lead
Job Title: Program Manager / Program Lead
Reports To: Learnly Africa Leadership
Contract Type: Full-Time (24 Months)
Location: Hybrid — Remote + Field presence in Kilifi, Kisumu, and Timau
Salary Range: KES. 120,000 – 150,000 Gross
Benefits: Medical insurance and any other applicable organizational benefits.
Start Date: February 2026
Job Purpose
The Program Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for the implementation of Learnly Africa’s two-year digital skills and employability program.
This role will oversee program planning, execution, team management, quality assurance, and stakeholder coordination to ensure the successful delivery of outcomes across all locations.
Key Responsibilities
Program Coordination & Management
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Lead the development and execution of detailed work plans, implementation strategies, and program timelines.
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Oversee day-to-day program operations across Kilifi, Kisumu, and Timau.
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Supervise trainers, hub coordinators, and field teams, ensuring high-quality delivery.
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Ensure effective coordination and communication between all program teams and Learnly Africa leadership.
Team Leadership & Oversight
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Provide leadership, performance management, and coaching to program staff.
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Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and continuous development of trainers and hub support teams.
Program Quality & Delivery
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Ensure curriculum and learning standards are adhered to across all sessions.
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Oversee community hub operations to ensure safe, accessible, and efficient learning environments.
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Monitor program progress and identify operational risks early, proposing proactive solutions.
Procurement & Operations Oversight
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Oversee procurement processes for equipment, services, and program materials in partnership with the Finance team.
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Ensure compliance with Learnly Africa procurement policies.
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Support logistics planning, including equipment distribution and field coordination.
Monitoring, Learning & Reporting
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Ensure effective data collection, documentation, and reporting processes.
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Contribute to internal reports, reflections, and program improvement discussions.
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Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and progress toward program goals.
Qualifications & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Business Administration, Education, or related field.
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Minimum 4–6 years of experience managing large-scale programs, multi-location projects, or youth development initiatives.
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Experience supervising teams and managing field operations.
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Strong understanding of gender-responsive programming and safeguarding.
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Demonstrated experience working with underserved communities.
Skills & Competencies
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Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight timelines.
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Strong analytical, reporting, and documentation skills.
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Passionate about digital skills, youth empowerment, and mentorship.
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