Project Management Intern at E-Africa
- Location: Remote (Africa-based preferred)
- Time Commitment: 4–5 hours/day Monday – Friday
- Duration: 3–5 months
About E-Africa
E-Africa is a purpose-driven SaaS startup building solutions to solve real problems faced by individuals and businesses across Africa.
We believe in leveraging technology to drive inclusive progress and empower communities.
We’re currently in the exciting phase of developing a groundbreaking product that blends innovation, empathy, and impact — and we’re inviting passionate talent to help us shape that future.
About the Role of the Project Management Intern at E-Africa
- We’re looking for a Project Manager Intern who’s not afraid to lead from the front.
- This is a rare opportunity to work directly with the CEO and key stakeholders to manage and coordinate a cross-functional team of designers and developers building a web application with real-world relevance.
- Whether you’re experienced in Agile/Scrum or eager to put your project management skills to test in a live tech environment, this role will provide hands-on leadership experience that makes a difference for you and for Africa.
Your Responsibilities as a Project Management Intern at E-Africa
As our PM Intern, you will:
- Coordinate day-to-day activities between the design and development teams
- Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
- Ensure clarity of task ownership and progress updates
- Lead daily/weekly stand-up meetings or async reports
- Track team performance using Agile principles (Scrum preferred)
- Identify bottlenecks and proactively resolve them
- Report directly to the CEO and collaborate with stakeholders
- Use tools like Trello, Notion, or Google Workspace to manage tasks and documentation
- Serve as the communication bridge between technical teams and leadership
- Create weekly reports and brief updates on product progress
- Encourage a culture of accountability, clarity, and agility.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on PM Experience in a fast-paced startup
- Mentorship and feedback from the CEO and core leadership team
- Leadership exposure with ownership over the full product lifecycle
- A chance to shape something meaningful from the ground up
- A Certificate of Completion and Letter of Recommendation after the internship
- Potential for future opportunities as the company grows.
Who We’re Looking For
You might be a great fit if you:
- Have basic to intermediate experience in Agile/Scrum project management
- Are familiar with working on digital products or SaaS development
- Have led teams (formally or informally) or coordinated group projects
- Are highly organized, a great communicator, and comfortable with remote tools
- Want to work in a fast-growing African tech startup solving real problems
- Are committed, proactive, and genuinely excited to be part of something impactful.
Bonus Points If:
- You’ve led both design and development teams before
- You’re already familiar with Agile ceremonies and product development workflows
- You’ve worked in other internships or startups.and collaborative working environment.
Stipend
- A modest stipend will be provided to support your participation. More importantly, this role offers real ownership and visibility , not just another task-checking internship.
How to Apply for Project Management Intern at E-Africa
Send us a short note about:
- Why you’re excited about this role
- Any experience you have with project management or team leadership
- What makes working at an African impact-driven SaaS startup meaningful to you
Attach your LinkedIn profile or CV and email us at: [email protected]
