Project Director – Green Entrepreneurship (Kampala)

About the role

Lead the establishment of adelphi’s Green Entrepreneurship project office in Kampala and drive the flagship Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator (UGEFA). You will coordinate a multi‑million‑euro, EU‑funded initiative that connects green SMEs with finance and technical support.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and manage the Kampala project office, including local entity registration.
• Oversee the UGEFA programme, coordinating with eight Ugandan banks and the Green SME Finance Facility.
• Design and deliver business development services, coaching, and mentoring for green MSMEs.
• Facilitate links between enterprises and capital providers, ensuring finance‑readiness.
• Provide technical assistance to the banking sector for green loan product design.
• Report progress to donors and partners, ensuring compliance with EU funding requirements.

Required profile

• Senior‑level professional with at least 8 years (96 months) of relevant experience.
• Proven track record in project management within NGOs, climate, or sustainable development sectors.
• Experience working with SME finance, green entrepreneurship, or similar development programmes.
• Strong understanding of African market dynamics, especially Uganda.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time, fixed‑term contract until December 2028 with possible extension.
• Opportunity to shape a high‑impact climate finance initiative.
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary international team.