Projects & Sustainability Manager

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

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A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Projects & Sustainability Manager to oversee initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa. This role requires strong project management and financial oversight skills, a commitment to sustainable development, and experience in strategic funding models. Located in Europe, the position offers €10,000 quarterly salary plus additional contributions for expenses.

Competenze

• Demonstrated experience in project management, financial oversight, and sustainability planning.
• Strong business acumen to ensure effective fund use and responsible financial management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English required.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills aligned to financial sustainability goals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Background in managerial/strategic roles in business organizations or professional institutions required.
• Commitment to empowering vulnerable communities through sustainable solutions.

Mansioni

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

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Overview

Job Title: Projects & Sustainability Manager

We are seeking a Projects & Sustainability Manager to support a growing portfolio of initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa. The organization partners with local communities and institutions to strengthen capacities, build skills, and create 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.

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.

Salary & Contract

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

Location: Europe

Application

If you would like to have more information about the role, please apply or send your cv.