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Project Manager
SALIX Data Africa Limited
Job at a glance
- Employer
- SALIX Data Africa Limited
- Position
- Project Manager
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Possible duty stations
- Nairobi
- Job type
- Contract
- Experience
- 3-5 years in Project Management
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field
- Salary
- Not stated in the advert
- Application deadline
- Open until filled (listed until 30 October 2026)
- Posted on VacancyKE
- 12 October 2026
VacancyKE summary
SALIX Data Africa Limited is hiring a Project Manager in Nairobi to lead internal and external technology-driven projects. You will manage deliverables from kickoff to completion, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
What stands out about this opportunity
- Rolling application review process
- Focus on technology-driven and transformation projects
- Requires independent ownership of project outcomes
Key responsibilities
- Manage internal and external projects from kickoff through completion independently.
- Develop detailed project plans, task lists, timelines, and resource allocations.
- Collaborate with developers, operations, and other departments to meet deliverables.
- Serve as primary point of contact for assigned projects and stakeholders.
- Monitor milestones and prepare regular status updates for leadership.
- Identify roadblocks early, escalate issues, and track risk mitigation steps.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, approvals, and communications.
- Submit weekly Capacity Reports, update New Business Reports, and complete Service Failure Reports.
Who should apply?
A proactive professional with 3-5 years of experience leading technology-driven projects who thrives in ambiguous environments and enjoys driving accountability across cross-functional teams.
Key requirements
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field
- 3-5 years Project Management experience
- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum/Waterfall
- Experience with technical teams
- Proficiency in ClickUp or similar tools
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Nice to have
- Project management certification (CAPM, Scrum Master, PMP, or equivalent).
- Experience in BPO, data operations, or technology services industries.
- Familiarity with software development lifecycles and technical workflows.
- Experience creating reports, dashboards, and project performance metrics.
What you should know
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The role requires balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
How to apply
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• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, task lists, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Collaborate with developers, operations, associates, and other departments to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, keeping stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Monitor milestones, task progress, and deliverable status; prepare regular updates and present project status to leadership.
• Identify potential roadblocks early, escalate issues when needed, and track resolution steps to mitigate project risks.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, approvals, and communications, and ensure everything is stored appropriately.
• Submit weekly Capacity Reports, update the New Business Report post-SOW, and complete Service Failure Reports when applicable.
• Work with Senior PMs to resolve escalations, align on strategic direction, or request additional resources.
• Participate in process enhancements, team initiatives, and help refine project management practices across the company.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support the adoption of project management best practices and tools.
What You Need
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Project Management, Project Coordination, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).
• Experience working with technical teams and technology-driven projects.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as ClickUp, or similar platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Nice to Have
• Project management certification (CAPM, Scrum Master, PMP, or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Experience in BPO, data operations, technology services, or related industries.
• Familiarity with software development, lifecycles, and technical workflows.
• Experience creating reports, dashboards, and project performance metrics.
Who Will Thrive in This Role
This role is likely a strong fit if you:
• Have successfully led technology, software implementation, automation, digital transformation, business transformation, or operational improvement projects.
• Have experience managing cross-functional stakeholders, including executives, clients, technical teams, and operational leaders.
• Have personally owned project delivery and outcomes, not just project administration.
• Can confidently lead projects where requirements evolve over time and not everything is clearly defined from day one.
• Enjoy solving complex business challenges and bringing structure to ambiguity.
• Are comfortable driving accountability and influencing decisions across teams.
• Have experience facilitating workshops, discovery sessions, planning discussions, and stakeholder meetings.
• Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Enjoy helping people adopt new processes, systems, and ways of working.
• Take ownership, work independently, and consistently follow through on commitments.
This Role Is Probably Not For You If
• You have primarily worked in project administration, project coordination, scheduling, or meeting support roles without direct responsibility for project outcomes.
• You are looking for a role where project requirements, timelines, and direction are fully defined before work begins.
• You prefer executing assigned tasks rather than driving accountability and decision-making across stakeholders.
• You are uncomfortable presenting recommendations, risks, and project updates to senior leaders or clients.
• You prefer individual contributor work over leading cross-functional collaboration.
• You have limited experience managing initiatives involving people, processes, technology, and organizational change.
• You are seeking a software engineering, technical support, systems administration, or business analyst role without project leadership responsibilities.
This role is an opportunity to do meaningful work, solve complex challenges, and have a direct impact on the success of both our clients and our business.
You'll work alongside leaders, collaborate with talented professionals across different teams, and take ownership of initiatives that drive real results. If you enjoy bringing structure to complexity, building strong relationships, and seeing projects through from idea to successful execution, you'll find plenty of opportunities to make your mark at SALIX.
We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive, accountable, and eager to grow. In return, you'll be trusted with significant responsibility, exposed to interesting and challenging work, and given the support needed to succeed.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. While we appreciate every application, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SALIX is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a visible impact, continuously develop your skills, and help organizations navigate change and transformation, we'd love to hear from you.