Partnerships Manager-Jobs in Uganda

DEADLINE: 9th July 2025
LOCATION: Kampala, Uganda
EMPLOYER: M-KOPA
POSITION: Partnerships Manager
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time

Join M-KOPA as a Partnerships Manager and Shape the Future of Digital and Financial Inclusion in Uganda

Are you ready to take your strategic thinking and project leadership skills to the next level? Are you passionate about making a real impact on financial and digital inclusion across Uganda and Africa? If so, M-KOPA invites you to apply for the role of Partnerships Manager—a high-impact opportunity based in Kampala, Uganda.

As a Partnerships Manager, you will play a pivotal role in architecting, managing, and scaling strategic partnerships that support M-KOPA’s mission of bringing life-enhancing financial solutions to underbanked communities. This position is ideal for experienced professionals seeking strategic partnerships jobs in Uganda, especially those with strong backgrounds in project management, commercial growth, and collaborative leadership.

About M-KOPA

M-KOPA is a mission-driven, fast-growing fintech platform dedicated to unlocking access to life-enhancing products and services for millions of customers across Africa. With roots in pioneering pay-as-you-go (PAYGO) solar energy, we have evolved into one of Africa’s leading connected asset financing platforms. Our solutions now span smartphones, electric motorbikes, solar energy systems, and financial services, enabling financial progress for underserved communities.

We’re redefining how technology and finance can be harnessed for inclusive growth—and we want YOU to be part of this transformation.

Role Overview: What You'll Be Doing

As the Partnerships Manager, you will report directly to the Head of Operations and work within the Strategy and Operations Team. Your focus will be leading transformative partnerships that directly contribute to customer acquisition, business scalability, and long-term commercial success.

You will:

✅ Design and implement strategic partnership initiatives that align with M-KOPA’s business and social impact goals.
✅ Lead cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Commercial Strategy) to deliver seamless execution of partnerships.
✅ Identify and evaluate partnership opportunities across industries and markets.
✅ Own end-to-end project management of partnerships—from planning to execution to post-project evaluation.
✅ Monitor and analyze partnership KPIs and business impact metrics, delivering actionable insights to leadership.
✅ Implement robust processes to manage risks, timelines, and performance of each initiative.
✅ Drive continuous improvement in partnership workflows using performance data and stakeholder feedback.
✅ Serve as M-KOPA’s ambassador when engaging with key external partners, funders, and collaborators.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills You Need to Succeed

We’re looking for someone whose career tells a story of delivering impact through strategic collaborations. This role demands both visionary thinking and the ability to execute complex projects down to the finest detail.

✅ Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Strategy, or related field.
✅ A Project Management certification such as PMP is a strong advantage.
✅ Minimum of 5 years' experience in partnership management, business development, or strategic operations.
✅ Proven success in leading high-impact projects or collaborations that drove measurable growth.
✅ Strong understanding of sales processes and how partnerships influence customer acquisition strategies.
✅ Excellent data analysis skills; ability to draw insights from commercial and operational metrics.
✅ Proficiency with project management tools and CRMs (e.g., Asana, Salesforce, Trello, Monday.com).
✅ Experience in the PAYGO, fintech, telecom, or digital financial services sectors is highly desirable.
✅ Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills—you’ll be dealing with C-level and cross-market teams.

Key Attributes for Success at M-KOPA

• You are strategic and data-driven, always thinking about how to optimize impact.

• You are a natural collaborator—able to inspire diverse teams toward a common goal.

• You’re not afraid to challenge the status quo, test new ideas, and pivot when needed.

• You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where innovation meets execution.

• Above all, you’re motivated by purpose—helping underserved communities build better futures.

Why This Role Matters

At M-KOPA, partnerships are at the heart of our growth strategy. As the Partnerships Manager, your work will directly influence our ability to scale and reach millions of customers across Africa. You won’t just be managing relationships—you’ll be creating systems and solutions that make access to finance, technology, and opportunity more inclusive and impactful.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to lead real transformation across Uganda and beyond.

✅ How to Apply

If you’re excited by the opportunity to make a lasting impact through strategic partnerships and want to be part of one of Africa’s most forward-thinking fintech organizations, apply today.

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Application Deadline: 9th July 2025
Location: Kampala, Uganda

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Additional Information

M-KOPA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, or background.