Project Manager

CIP; Montpellier; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for a dynamic Project Manager for the MIONJO project in Madagascar. This role involves overseeing project operations, ensuring alignment with goals, and fostering partnerships for sustainable development in drought-prone areas. Ideal candidates will have extensive project management experience, particularly in the agricultural sector, and will thrive in an international work environment.

Qualifications

• At least MSc in Agricultural Sciences or related field plus 7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience in project and staff management, especially in international development contexts.
• Proficiency in English and French; knowledge of Malagasy is an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Oversee operations of MIONJO project funded by the World Bank.
• Supervise technical team and lead project implementation.
• Develop collaborative relationships with project partners.

Connaissances

Project Management

Staff Management

Research Methodologies

Value Chain Development

Building Partnerships

Monitoring and Reporting

Proficiency in English and French

Formation

MSc in Agricultural Sciences or related field

Description du poste

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The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to oversee the operations of the MIONJO project funded by the World Bank and ensure its goals and objectives are met.

About the project

The MIONJO project in Southern Madagascar aims to build resilience in this drought-prone region through investment in infrastructure and value chain development. The goal is to improve livelihood opportunities and resilience of community-based organizations with women and youth members through establishing sustainable seed systems and profitable value chains of orange-fleshed sweet potato, within a strengthened enabling environment.

The position: The successful candidate will report to the Country Manager & Senior Scientist and be co-supervised by the Principal Scientist. This position is based in Toliara, Madagascar.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Project Management
2. Supervise and lead the technical team and the administrative arm of the project.
3. Lead the refinement of the content and timelines for the workplan through interactions and dialogue with partners and stakeholders, defining responsibilities and commitments for implementation.
4. Ensure project implementation aligns with CIP’s principles, values, and strategic plan, and is responsive to communities and partners.
5. Facilitate the establishment of a cohesive, proactive project team and strong partnerships with implementing organizations, ensuring accountability, transparency, and efficiency targeting food-insecure and poor households.
6. Develop collaborative relationships with project partners and the larger sweet potato stakeholder community.
7. Ensure the long-term viability of the partnerships through regular interactions with senior managers.
8. Ensure timely and high-quality reports.
9. Provide management in all aspects of project implementation.
10. Coordinate with administrative and finance units at CIP and CGIAR partners for sub-agreements and workplans.
11. Monitor adherence to grant agreements, CIP policies, and external regulations.
12. Represent and advocate for the project regionally and nationally.

1. Staff Management, Professional Development, and Team Building
2. Foster a positive work environment.
3. Create a conducive atmosphere for professional growth and development.
4. Promote accountability through staff performance reviews and effective use of performance management systems.
5. Contribute to team-building efforts and involve team members in decision-making.
6. Ensure duties are performed in line with delegated authority.
7. Comply with health and safety laws and standards.

Requirements

• At least MSc in Agricultural Sciences or related field plus 7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience in project and staff management, especially in international development contexts.
• Expertise in research methodologies related to harvest, post-harvest management, and value chain development.
• Experience developing and strengthening partner relations.
• Experience implementing workplans, monitoring, and reporting interventions.
• Knowledge of root and tuber production and processing preferred.
• Experience managing World Bank funds preferred.
• Proficiency in English and French; knowledge of Malagasy is an advantage.

Additional qualities:

• Focus on strategic vision and big picture.
• Value honesty, integrity, and diversity.
• Ability to build and maintain partnerships.
• Create a respectful, learning-oriented work environment.

Exciting career opportunity in an international organization.