Academic Program Manager for Engineering Education in Rwanda

Carnegie Mellon University, a prestigious private research institution with a global reputation, stands at the forefront of innovation by pioneering advancements in brain science, technology, creative arts, data analytics, and robotics. As a community that transforms ambition into action, CMU redefines progress rather than merely anticipating it. If you thrive in an intellectually stimulating environment where impactful contributions are the norm, your next professional chapter awaits here. Carnegie Mellon University Africa (CMU-Africa), located in Kigali, Rwanda, represents CMU’s dedicated presence on the African continent. Since its establishment in 2011, CMU-Africa has been a catalyst for progress, elevating engineering, technology, research, and innovation through rigorous graduate education, applied research, and strategic collaborations. Through the Center for Inclusive Digital Transformation of Africa (The Center) and the African Engineering and Technology Network (AFROTC), CMU-Africa partners with top-tier universities, governments, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to advance engineering education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship across the continent. CMU-Africa is now seeking a meticulous, collaborative, and results-driven Program Manager to oversee the operational implementation of The Center’s Teaching & Learning initiatives. This position will oversee the seamless execution of a multifaceted portfolio of activities, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with programmatic goals. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional with a systems-driven approach, capable of managing diverse initiatives, coordinating across institutions and stakeholders, and maintaining rigorous operational oversight in a complex, multi-institutional framework. Working closely with faculty, academic leadership, program teams, partner institutions, and operational colleagues, the Program Manager will ensure the seamless coordination, monitoring, and long-term success of Teaching & Learning activities. The successful candidate will possess a blend of robust program management experience, exceptional organizational acumen, and strong interpersonal skills, coupled with a dedication to educational excellence and a vision for broadening access to top-tier engineering and technology education throughout Africa. Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Associate Director of Teaching & Learning to translate strategic priorities into structured implementation plans, including annual work plans, budgets, timelines, and operational strategies for the Teaching & Learning portfolio. Partner with program leads to ensure the seamless day-to-day execution of initiatives, guaranteeing adherence to schedules, budgetary constraints, program objectives, and donor requirements. Oversee faculty development, teaching innovation, and professional learning programs—such as

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