Projects & Sustainability Manager

COREcruitment Ltd; Umbria; Ibrido; EUR 10.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An international development organization is seeking a Projects & Sustainability Manager to lead sustainable funding models and ensure financial accountability for projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. Ideal candidates will have project management experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for sustainable development. Fluency in English is required, while knowledge of French, Spanish, or Italian is a plus. This full-time independent contractor role offers a compensation of €10,000 per quarter plus additional contributions.

Competenze

• Experience in project management and financial oversight.
• Strong business acumen to ensure effective fund use.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of other languages is a plus.

Mansioni

• Design sustainable funding models for projects.
• Evaluate initiatives' financial feasibility.
• Collaborate with communities to develop income strategies.

Conoscenze

Project management

Financial oversight

Sustainability planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft 365 Suite

Strumenti

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft SharePoint

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

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.