Project Manager at Venture Women Fund

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Develop and implement a strategic roadmap for the VWF initiative, aligning with the Visionaire’s mission and objectives.
• Lead the planning and execution of the VWF programs and initiatives aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs.
• Identify programmatic areas for support and interventions within the areas of Women’s Economic Empowerment; Finalize country strategy documents, programme/ project proposals, briefs, policy dialogue and other documents related to increasing women access to economic opportunities;
• Organize periodic consultations with key stakeholders, women leaders, to gather inputs on programme design, as necessary.

Resource Mobilization and Partnership Building:

• Identify and cultivate partnerships with organizations, institutions, and donors to secure funding and resources for VWF initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and strategic partners to leverage expertise, networks, and resources to support women entrepreneurs effectively.
• Facilitate capacity-building workshops, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing forums to equip Formal & Informal sector women entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed in business.

Event Planning and Management:

• Lead the planning and execution of the grand launch event / Conference for the VWF initiative.
• Coordinate logistics, manage budgets, and oversee event marketing and promotion to ensure successful participation and engagement.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including women entrepreneurs, investors, government agencies, and community leaders.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for the VWF initiative, representing its mission, vision, and impact to internal and external audiences.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Establish monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and impact of VWF initiatives, tracking key performance indicators and outcomes.
• Generate regular reports and updates for stakeholders, donors, and partners,highlighting achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.

Requirements
Education:

• Degree or equivalent in Economics, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Human Rights, Gender / Women's Studies, International Development, or other relevant fieldis required.
• A project/programme management certification would be an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience at NGO related development projects;
• Technical expertise and previous work experience in applying economic empowerment principles, piloting or applying of innovative approaches to income generation for women, and economic empowerment of women
• Experience coordinating and liaising with government agencies and/or donors is an asset.