Project Manager Job at Pullus Africa Solutions

Pullus Africa is leveraging on data-driven technology to connect poultry farmers to affordable finance, better markets, advisory services, global best practices and quality inputs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Project Manager
Job Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Purpose

• The Project Manager will oversee planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the company’s projects.
• The role ensures timely delivery of objectives, effective coordination of partners and stakeholders, efficient use of resources, and compliance with company and partner requirements.
• The Project Manager will champion high-quality execution to drive measurable impacts for smallholder poultry farmers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project planning, execution, and closure for both projects, ensuring alignment with objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Develop detailed implementation workplans and schedules in consultation with internal teams and partners.
• Work across-functional teams (extension, finance, M&E, procurement, logistics) to achieve deliverables.
• Engage and manage relationships with partners, donors, government agencies, farmer groups, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with partner guidelines, contractual obligations, and company policies.
• Oversee risk management processes, proactively identifying and addressing potential challenges.
• Supervise and mentor project staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Monitor project activities, track KPIs, evaluate progress, and prepare timely, high-quality reports for management and donors.
• Support budget management, forecasting, and financial controls to ensure responsible use of funds.
• Facilitate regular project review meetings, learning sessions, and donor visits.
• Represent the organization in relevant external forums and stakeholder engagements related to poultry development.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Project Management, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects, preferably in the agricultural or poultry value chain sectors.
• Proven track record in donor-funded project implementation.
• Demonstrated expertise in budget management, workplan development, and reporting.
• Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with project management software is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently within project locations.

Key Competencies:

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Results-oriented and proactive approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.