Project Manager

Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy; Multan; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Multan is seeking a Project Manager to lead the 'Fostering Climate-Resilient Punjab' project. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and significant experience in project management, particularly with climate resilience initiatives. Key responsibilities include planning, coordinating with experts, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. The role includes travel to project sites across Punjab, offering a competitive opportunity to impact environmental sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management.
• At least 3 years in climate resilience or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in donor-funded projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation, and reporting of the project.
• Coordinate with technical experts to ensure quality delivery.
• Supervise budget utilization and procurement plans.
• Liaise with government departments for approvals and compliance.
• Prepare inception, progress, and completion reports.

Skills

Coordination

Leadership

Report writing

Planning

Multitasking

Communication

Team management

Education

Master’s degree in Social Science, Environmental Science, Project Management, or Civil/Environmental Engineering

Tools

MS Project / Gantt Chart tools

Job description

1. Project Manager

Duty Station: Multan (with travel to project sites in Punjab)

Duration: 8 months (15 Nov 2025 – 14 July 2026)

Reporting to: Manager Programs / Senior Management Committee

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the “Fostering Climate-Resilient Punjab” project.
• Coordinate with technical experts, engineers, horticulturists, and community officers to ensure timely and quality delivery of project activities.
• Supervise budget utilization, procurement plans, and HR deployment in collaboration with Admin, HR, and Finance Units.
• Liaise with government line departments (PDMA, CDA, PCRWR, WASA, and Tehsil Administrations) for technical approvals and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to donor (GIZ) reporting formats, compliance, and visibility requirements.
• Lead the preparation of inception, progress, and completion reports.
• Facilitate internal and external audits, monitoring visits, and knowledge-sharing events.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Science, Environmental Science, Project Management, or Civil/Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management with at least 3 years in climate resilience or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in donor-funded projects.
• Strong coordination, leadership, and report-writing skills.

Core Competencies

• Excellent planning and multitasking ability.
• Proficiency in MS Project / Gantt Chart tools.
• Strong communication and team-management skills.
• Commitment to gender equity, inclusion, and environmental protection.