Projects & Sustainability Manager

COREcruitment Ltd; Savona; Remoto; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

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An international development organization is seeking a Projects & Sustainability Manager to oversee financial accountability and sustainable development projects across Sub-Saharan Africa. The ideal candidate has project management experience and strong business acumen, with fluency in English and knowledge of additional languages as a plus. This role offers a contract as an independent full-time contractor with competitive compensation.

Competenze

• Experience in project management and sustainability planning.
• Strong business acumen for effective fund use.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of French, Spanish, or Italian is a plus.

Mansioni

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

Conoscenze

Project management

Financial oversight

Sustainability planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strumenti

Microsoft 365 Suite

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Overview

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.