TECHNOLOGY PROJECT MANAGER

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Function: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Application Deadline: 13th November 2026

Technology Project Manager

The Technology Project Manager is responsible for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, control and closure of assigned manufacturing technology and capital investment projects. The role ensures that projects are completed safely, on time, within the approved scope and budget, and in line with JTI engineering, quality and environmental, health and safety standards. The position coordinates internal and external stakeholders, manages project risks and changes, and supports the successful start-up and operational integration of new equipment and technologies.

What will you do

• Plan and deliver technology projects: Develop project plans and manage assigned capital investment projects from initiation through implementation and closure, ensuring alignment with approved scope, schedule, budget and JTI standards.

• Manage project performance: Monitor project milestones, deliverables, costs, cash flow, risks and performance indicators; maintain accurate project records and provide timely progress reports to management.

• Coordinate stakeholders: Work closely with local, regional and global Engineering, Production, Quality, Finance, Environmental Health and Safety, and other relevant teams to secure alignment, decisions and required resources.

• Manage suppliers and contractors: Coordinate consultants, contractors, manufacturers and equipment suppliers; allocate resources effectively and ensure that external partners meet agreed technical, quality, safety and delivery requirements.

• Ensure compliance and change control: Complete the required management-of-change processes, maintain project information in the relevant systems and ensure completed projects meet applicable quality-management, contamination-prevention and engineering requirements.

• Lead project safety: Identify project hazards, assess risks and integrate appropriate controls into project plans. Ensure that employees and contractors are appropriately trained, qualified and competent, and that incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions are reported and addressed promptly.

Who are we looking for

• A university degree in Engineering, Industrial Management or another relevant technical field.

• Three to five years of relevant experience managing and executing complex engineering, manufacturing or capital investment projects, preferably in a managerial or project leadership capacity.

• Demonstrated knowledge of capital investment management, project planning, cost control and manufacturing operations.

• Strong experience coordinating cross-functional teams, contractors, consultants, equipment manufacturers and suppliers.

• Good understanding of quality-management systems, change control and environmental, health and safety requirements within an industrial or manufacturing environment.

• Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili, together with advanced computer and project-reporting skills.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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