Finance and Accounting · Not stated
Direct employerProgram Manager- Enterprise Development & Financial Inclusion
KenyaManager · Not statedDeadline not published by employerChecked 16 Oct 2026
About this role
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Role overview
Equity Group Foundation is hiring a Program Manager for Enterprise Development & Financial Inclusion based in Kenya. This role is ideal for someone with experience in managing programs that support enterprise growth, financial inclusion, and economic opportunities for MSMEs, youth, women, and underserved groups. The position involves leading program design, implementation, and performance management to achieve strategic objectives.
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What you will do
- Support the design and delivery of programs aligned with Equity Group Foundation's strategic goals in Enterprise Development.
- Lead the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of Enterprise Development & Financial Inclusion programs.
- Drive outcomes such as enterprise growth, job creation, financial inclusion, and improved livelihoods through capacity building, business development, market linkages, and financial access.
- Manage program performance, including budgets, work plans, risk, compliance, and reporting to meet targets.
- Build and manage partnerships with donors, government agencies, financial institutions, private sector, and development partners to enhance program delivery and sustainability.
- Provide technical and thought leadership to foster innovation, program development, and resource mobilization.
- Lead and develop program teams, promoting accountability, collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee monitoring, evaluation, learning, knowledge management, and impact measurement to support evidence-based decisions.
- Champion business growth and financial inclusion by facilitating access to finance, markets, digital solutions, and enterprise support services.
- Develop reports, impact stories, and knowledge products to communicate program achievements and lessons learned.
- Represent the Foundation in relevant forums and partnerships to strengthen the visibility of the Enterprise Development & Financial Inclusion pillar.
Requirements
- Experience in program design, implementation, and management in enterprise development and financial inclusion.
- Ability to manage budgets, risks, compliance, and reporting effectively.
- Skills in building and managing strategic partnerships across sectors.
- Technical leadership and innovation capabilities in assigned thematic areas.
- Experience in leading and coaching program teams.
- Competence in monitoring, evaluation, learning, and impact measurement.
- Strong communication skills for stakeholder reporting and representation.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.