Country Manager

• Lead the Ghana country team of 8 country representatives
• Report to the head of region and collaborate with country managers, programme managers, recruitment, and communications & partnerships departments
• Develop and implement the Country Impact Plan in line with PUM’s mission, strategy, and organisational ambitions
• Strengthen business ecosystems through strategic analysis and PUM programmes
• Establish partnerships with entrepreneurs, business organisations, and enabling organisations
• Identify, develop, and secure funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, corporate partners, and sponsors
• Foster strategic partnerships with SMEs and stakeholders through account management and ongoing engagement
• Build, lead, and coach the country representative team
• Ensure team capacity, motivation, accountability, performance, quality, and continuity of acquisition
• Qualify new clients using diversity, inclusion, green-goal, and social-goal assessment criteria
• Approve project proposals and ensure complete information for expert matching
• Collaborate with programme managers to support successful projects
• Welcome and accompany visiting experts occasionally
• Engage with clients after acquisition to ensure continuity, quality, and strategic fit
• Lead briefing and debriefing sessions for quality assurance, data collection, and learning
• Monitor performance, use data to share insights, and improve results
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, quality standards, and project timelines
• Organise country team meetings

• Bachelor's or master's degree
• At least 10 years of experience in a coordinating role and leading a commercial or acquisition-focused team
• Strong local SME network and deep understanding of business ecosystem development in Ghana
• Familiarity with European work culture
• Experience with remote collaboration within international organisations
• Strong intercultural communication skills
• Proven leadership and accountability skills
• Experience in performance management and stakeholder engagement
• Experience managing a remote team operating across the country
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Ghana
• Strong focus on impact, quality, and measurable results
• Data-driven and comfortable using digital tools, including Microsoft 365
• Excellent command of English; fluency in other local languages is a plus
• Permanently based in Ghana
• Available for 37.5 hours (fulltime) per week
• Reference checks and declaration of good conduct are part of the selection process
• CV and motivation letter must be submitted in English

• Independent contractor assignment with expected commitment of approximately 37.5 hours per week, up to a maximum of 1,800 hours per year
• Initial one-year assignment with possibility of extension based on organisational needs and successful collaboration
• Competitive fee aligned with local market standards
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable development of communities
• Opportunity to utilise expertise for tangible impact on businesses worldwide
• Continuous learning through connecting with diverse people and cultures
• Professional networking with institutional funders, government entities, and NGOs
• International exposure in a multicultural environment
• Meaningful work with a volunteer organisation
• Diversity and inclusion environment