About the Job
About the Role
- AeTrade Group is launching a large-scale Integrated MSME Handholding and Business Growth Project to empower SMEs, youth-led enterprises, women-led businesses, cooperatives, traders, and producers. We are seeking a Project Director to lead project implementation across regions, driving digital adoption, financial inclusion, market access, logistics support, and job creation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead planning, launch, and scale-up of the MSME handholding project.
- Supervise senior project management and field teams.
- Engage government, financial institutions, development partners, and private sector
stakeholders. - Ensure efficient budget management, reporting, and compliance.
- Drive training, capacity building, and continuous MSME support.
- Monitor and evaluate project outcomes, ensuring impact delivery.
About You
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Project Management, Development Studies,
Finance, Entrepreneurship, International Trade, or related field. - 10+ years of progressive experience in project leadership, enterprise development,
financial inclusion, or digital platforms. - 5+ years in senior management leading large teams and multi-stakeholder projects.
- Proven experience managing large-scale projects with government, financial
institutions, and development partners. - Fluency in English and Amharic required; additional local languages an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and project execution ability.
- Experience managing large field teams and complex structures.
- Deep understanding of MSME development, financial inclusion, and digital trade.
- Excellent stakeholder management and partnership-building skills.
- Strong analytical, budgeting, and performance management skills
Requirement Skill
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Analytical: strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
How To Apply
Submit the following to [email protected] with subject line Application – Project Director, MSME Ecosystem Deployment:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter
- Evidence of relevant project leadership experience
- Contact details of three professional references
More Information
- Experience Level Senior
- Total Years Experience 5-10
- Qualification BA/BSc
