Projects & Sustainability Manager

COREcruitment; City Of London; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An international development organization is looking for a Projects & Sustainability Manager to oversee sustainable funding and financial accountability in community-focused projects. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a business background, and a commitment to empowering communities through sustainable solutions. Fluent English is a requirement, with other languages being a plus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in project management, financial oversight, and sustainability planning.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to ensure effective use of funds.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of French, Spanish, or Italian is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee sustainable funding models for projects.
• Evaluate financial feasibility of initiatives and ensure accountability.
• Collaborate with communities to develop income-generating strategies.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and produce reports.
• Ensure transparency in fund allocation and tracking.

Skills

Project management

Financial oversight

Sustainability planning

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

Job Title: Projects & Sustainability Manager
Salary: €10,000 per quarter + €220,00 per quarter as a contribution towards mobile phone, home broadband expenses and bank fees.
Contract type: Independent Full time Contractor
Location: Europe

I am working with an international development organization that is seeking a Projects & Sustainability Manager to support its growing portfolio of initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa. The organization partners with local communities and institutions in areas with pressing development needs, with the goal of strengthening capacities, building skills, and creating pathways toward long-term self-sufficiency.

This role is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong business background who is passionate about sustainable development and driving financial accountability in community-focused projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Design and oversee sustainable funding models that ensure financial accountability and long-term viability of projects.
• Financial & Business Oversight: Evaluate the financial feasibility of initiatives, ensuring recipients can meet repayment commitments and contribute to project sustainability.
• Sustainability & Growth: Collaborate with local communities and organizations to develop income-generating strategies that promote economic independence.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Conduct site visits (as required) to assess progress and produce comprehensive reports.
• Reporting & Compliance: Ensure transparency in fund allocation, repayment tracking, and reporting to senior leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in project management, financial oversight, and sustainability planning.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to ensure effective use of funds and promote responsible financial management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English required. Knowledge of French, Spanish, or Italian is a plus.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to align projects to financial sustainability goals and timelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Background in business organizations or professional institutions in managerial/strategic roles required; NGO experience an asset but not essential.
• A commitment to empowering vulnerable communities through sustainable solutions.

If you would like to have more information about the role, please apply or send your CV to [e-mail]