Vacancy title:
Programs Manager

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Management]

Jobs at:
Finding XY

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, September 21 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, September 15 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Finding XY is an innovation and enterprise support organization driving growth for MSMEs across Uganda. We implement programs that strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems, unlock finance, and provide tailored support to small and growing businesses.

The Programs Manager will oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of assigned programs, ensuring high-quality delivery within budget and timelines. The role involves supervising program officers or coordinators, contributing to reporting and knowledge sharing, and supporting partnerships and donor engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, implement, and monitor program activities, ensuring they meet objectives, timelines, and quality standards.
• Support budget management, track program expenditures, and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Supervise and mentor program officers or coordinators, fostering accountability, learning, and innovation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including donors, government agencies, and private sector partners to support program objectives.
• Identify program challenges, propose practical solutions, and ensure compliance with donor and organizational standards.
• Integrate gender, inclusion, and climate-smart practices into all programs.
• Contribute to reporting, including progress reports, case studies, and lessons-learned documentation.
• Support proposal development and fundraising initiatives as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• At least 4–6 years of experience in program management or implementation, preferably with MSMEs, enterprise development, or donor-funded projects.
• Experience managing program teams and coordinating multiple activities.
• Familiarity with budgeting, strategic planning, and reporting in a donor-funded environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of Uganda’s MSME and entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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