Project Manager at Kurumbuka Leadership Hub (Deadline: 25/03/2026)
Organization: Kurumbuka Leadership Solutions
Position: Project Manager | Kurumbuka Leadership Hub
Location: Kigali, Rwanda (Kicukiro/Masaka)
Reports to: Finance & Operations Director and Property Committee
Contract: Fixed-term, 2 years (renewable based on performance and project phase needs)
Salary: Salary and benefits will be competitive for the East African market.
Probation: 3–6 months
Kurumbuka Leadership Solutions is a leadership development organization committed to raising and equipping high-impact African leaders who transform their institutions, organizations, and communities.
As part of its long-term vision to develop and empower African Leaders, Kurumbuka is developing the Kurumbuka Leadership Hub, a multi-phase campus project over the next 8–10 years.
Kurumbuka is seeking a highly capable and trusted Project Manager to oversee the development of the Kurumbuka Leadership Hub. The successful candidate will serve as Kurumbuka’s primary on-the-ground representative, responsible for leading the construction process from pre-construction through project completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Kurumbuka’s lead representative for all construction activities.
- Oversee project planning, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
- Manage contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
- Monitor budgets, schedules, risks, and project performance to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with Rwandan regulations, building codes, and permitting processes.
- Coordinate with government authorities, engineers, architects, and stakeholders.
- Maintain transparent reporting to Kurumbuka leadership, donors, and the Property Committee.
- Ensure strong health, safety, environmental, and quality standards on site.
Required Qualifications
- At least 5 years of experience managing medium to large-scale construction projects, with demonstrated ability to oversee complex developments from planning through completion.
- Experience serving as a client-side Project Manager or Owner’s Representative.
- Strong knowledge of Rwandan construction regulations and permitting processes.
- Proven ability to manage contractors, budgets, and project schedules.
- Strong financial literacy (BOQs, contracts, cash flow).
- Fluent in English; Kinyarwanda or French is an advantage.
- Permitted to work in Rwanda
Personal Qualities
- A mature Christian with strong personal integrity.
- Strong alignment with Kurumbuka’s mission and values.
- Highly organized, proactive, and solution-oriented.
- Calm and resilient under pressure with strong leadership ability.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, or demonstrated professional experience in a closely related construction or project management discipline.
- Experience working with NGOs, donor-funded projects, or faith-based organizations is an advantage.
- Strong ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including contractors, engineers, architects, and government authorities.
Recruitment Timeline
May 6, 2026: Expected start date
March 13, 2026: Applications open
March 25, 2026: Applications close
March 31, 2026: Shortlisted candidates announced
April 6, 2026: Interviews
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