Projects & Sustainability Manager

COREcruitment Ltd; Ferrara; Remoto; EUR 10.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An international development organization is seeking a Projects & Sustainability Manager to oversee sustainable funding models and promote financial accountability in community projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience, strong business acumen, and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time independent contractor role based in Europe, offering €10,000 per quarter plus additional benefits.

Competenze

• Experience in project management and financial oversight.
• Strong business acumen and financial management skills.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of French, Spanish, or Italian is a plus.

Mansioni

• Design and oversee sustainable funding models.
• Evaluate financial feasibility of initiatives.
• Develop income-generating strategies with local communities.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress.
• Ensure transparency in fund allocation and reporting.

Conoscenze

Project management

Financial oversight

Sustainability planning

Excellent written and verbal communication

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Projects & Sustainability Manager role with an international development organization to support a growing portfolio of initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa. Partners with local communities and institutions to strengthen capacities, build skills, and create pathways toward long-term self-sufficiency.

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

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.

Compensation & Contract

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

How to apply

If you would like to have more information about the role, please apply or send your CV to (contact information not provided in original).