Energicity Corp is Africa’s leading developer, builder, and operator of solar and hybrid mini-grids, delivering affordable, reliable, and scalable electricity to off-grid rural communities experiencing power access for the first time. By leveraging local expertise and designing tailor-made systems, Energicity has expanded its footprint across three countries (Sierra Leone, Liberia and Benin) and is widely recognised as a pioneer in the energy access industry.
We are seeking a skilled, experienced and dedicated Associate Project Manager to join Energicity, DBA Power Leone. This role is critical in supporting the expansion of our market development, operations, engineering, construction, and support teams as we work toward connecting more than 100,000 customers across Africa within the next five years. Our mission is to deliver high-quality solar mini-grids that ensure our customers have light in their homes and electricity services that help their communities thrive through:
- Better health services through access to more modern healthcare equipment, vaccines, and light for night activities,
- Notable improvements in primary and secondary education,
- New opportunities for rural entrepreneurs and smallholder farmers.
THE COMPANY’S CORE VALUES ARE:
- Excellence and Integrity
- Learning and Innovation
- Teamwork
- Customer-Centricity
JOB TITLE: Associate Project Manager
LOCATION: Freetown, Sierra Leone
JOB SUMMARY:
The Associate Project Manager will support the planning, coordination, and execution of projects across multiple sites. This role requires strong organizational skills, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to work across cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project Planning & Scheduling
- Support the development and management of project schedules
- Coordinate planning activities with internal teams
- Maintain detailed work plans and track deliverables
- Monitor timelines and highlight any deviations
Meeting Coordination & Action Tracking
- Organise project meetings and prepare agendas
- Take detailed meeting minutes
- Track action points and follow up with responsible team members
- Ensure accountability for agreed deliverables
Risk & Issue Management
- Identify potential project risks and maintain risk registers
- Support the development of mitigation plans
- Monitor risks throughout implementation
- Escalate critical issues to senior management
- Assist teams in removing obstacles affecting progress
Stakeholder Communication
- Communicate project objectives, scope, and progress
- Provide regular updates to stakeholders
- Support reporting to management and external partners
- Ensure alignment between internal and external stakeholders
Field Supervision & Site Follow-Up
- Conduct site visits to monitor project implementation
- Follow up on on-site progress and timelines
- Ensure quality standards are maintained
- Report observations and recommend corrective actions
Team Support & Coordination
- Support cross-functional collaboration across departments
- Assist technical and operational teams in resolving bottlenecks
- Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and administrative teams
- Promote accountability and teamwork
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Prepare weekly and monthly project reports
- Track KPIs and performance indicators
- Analyse project data for improvement opportunities
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
- Other duties assigned by the supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualification required: Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
Experience: 1–3 years of experience in project coordination or management (energy sector experience is an advantage)
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and project management tools
- Ability to escalate issues appropriately and work proactively
- Willingness to travel for site visits
- Fluency in English and/or French, depending on the country of operation
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail
- Problem-solving mindset
- Proactive and solution-oriented
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Strong interpersonal skills
- High level of professionalism and integrity
If you are motivated to take on a challenging role with one of Africa’s leading solar mini-grid companies and contribute to our rapid expansion across multiple countries, please submit your CV and cover letter to career@energicitycorp.com
Please ensure that the subject reads ‘Application for the position of “Associate Project Manager”. Referees of successful candidates and previous employers will be contacted. Each application should include the referees’ current email addresses and telephone numbers.
Closing Date: April 27, 2026.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
A successful candidate for this position will be screened and required to sign the Energicity Safeguarding Policy.
WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
