Programme Manager at LEAP Africa

ABOUT THE ROLE

• The Programme Manager is a strategic, high-impact position responsible for designing, managing, and scaling LEAP Africa’s youth development and leadership programmes.
• You will drive innovation, strengthen systems, inspire teams, and ensure that every programme delivers measurable, transformational impact.
• This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in a mission-driven environment, enjoys building and leading teams, and is committed to Africa’s development story.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Strategic Leadership & Programme Design

• Lead the conceptualisation and design of world-class programmes and curricula.
• Develop frameworks that enhance programme quality, sustainability, and scale.

Programme Delivery & Impact Management

• Oversee end-to-end programme implementation across multiple locations.
• Manage timelines, budgets, reporting, and donor deliverables with excellence.
• Facilitate training sessions and represent LEAP Africa at key engagements.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor programme staff, fostering a culture of performance and innovation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure synergy and optimal execution.

Partnerships & Resource Mobilisation

• Build strong relationships with partners, funders, institutions, and stakeholders.
• Develop high-quality proposals and contribute to fundraising strategies.

Advocacy & Thought Leadership

• Create and contribute to articles, policy briefs, research products, and advocacy tools.
• Amplify LEAP Africa’s voice in the youth leadership and social innovation ecosystem.

WHO YOU ARE

We are looking for someone who embodies both competence and character:

• At least 10 years of programme experience, including 5+ years in youth development.
• Proven excellence in programme design, project management, M&E, and facilitation.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• A strategic, solutions-oriented thinker with creativity and resilience.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.
• Passionate about youth, leadership, innovation, and social transformation.
• Deeply aligned with our core values: Audacity, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Synergy, Excellence