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Farsight Africa Group is a leading advisory and implementation company serving governments, administrations, development organizations, and private companies. Established in 2010, it specializes in Public Sector Advisory, Technology and Innovation, M&E Research and Learning, and Strategic Communications, delivering a wide range of tailored services and solutions. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with operational offices in Somalia, Uganda, South Sudan, and Liberia, and an extensive representative network across Africa and beyond, Farsight operates in diverse environments, from secure and democratic regions to complex, sensitive, and hostile territories. It has a core team of seasoned international practitioners who collaborate with local and international experts, combining best practices with local insights to ensure impactful outcomes. Leveraging a deep understanding of social, cultural, and political landscapes, Farsight Africa Group engages with decision-makers and influencers to drive strategic impact and foster behavioural and attitudinal change among key audiences.
Project Manager
Role Summary
Farsight Africa Group is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager with expertise in information systems to lead a large-scale digitalization initiative in public finance management. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the digital transformation of internal tax and non-tax revenue collection processes, ensuring successful implementation and operational efficiency.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the digitalization project, ensuring timely delivery and operational success.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of digital tax and non-tax revenue collection systems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, development partners, and technology providers, to drive project success.
• Ensure compliance with best practices in public finance management digitalization.
• Provide strategic guidance and problem-solving expertise to address challenges during project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Job Requirements
• A minimum of a BAC +5 (Master’s degree) in Information Systems or an equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager in at least one (1) project focused on digitalization of internal tax and non-tax revenue collection or a large-scale national project related to digitalization in public finance management within the last ten (10) years.
• Strong understanding of public sector digitalization and financial technology solutions.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in complex and sensitive environments.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their application letter and CV to [email protected] before 28th March 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the right candidate is selected.
