IWMI Senior Project Manager Jobs 2024 – Zambia NGO Jobs.
IWMI Zambia looking for “Senior Project Manager”.
Applicants with a Master’s Degree may apply on or before January 04, 2024.
IWMI’s forward looking strategy for 2019-2023 responds directly to the demand for innovative, scientifically tested water management solutions for sustainable development. With offices in 13 countries and a global network of scientist operating in more than 30 countries, our research at field to basin and regional scales our strategy focuses on science for a transformative agenda. With this in mind we will address three high priority water challenges.
IWMI Senior Project Manager Jobs 2024
The IWMI has published a job vacancy announcement on December 09, 2023 for qualified Zambia’s to fill in the vacant post of Senior Project Manager to be based in Lusaka, Zambia.
Recruiter | International Water Management Institute (IWMI) |
Position | Senior Project Manager – Agribusiness Acceleration and Scaling |
Location | Lusaka, Zambia |
Country | Zambia |
Total Vacant Post | N/A |
Qualification | Master’s Degree |
Experience Required | Minimum Ten (10) Year’s |
Application Deadline | January 04, 2024 |
IWMI Job Vacancy 2024
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic direction and oversight for the AICCRA project and agribusiness acceleration initiatives in Zambia.
- Develop and implement comprehensive project plans that align with both local needs and international standards.
- Lead project teams, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
- Oversee the entire project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
- Manage resources efficiently, including budgeting, staffing, and scheduling.
- Implement robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential challenges.
- Develop and execute a strong monitoring and evaluation framework to assess project performance and impact (integrated impact assessments, affordability studies, tracer studies, etc.).
- Regularly report on project progress to AICCRA Director and AICCRA Project Management Committee (PMC)/Core Team (CT), AICCRA Zambia partners, stakeholders, making data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.
- Ensure that projects deliver tangible and sustainable results, maximizing their impact on local communities and the agricultural sector.
- Manage partnerships at a strategic level, ensuring alignment with project goals and national priorities.
- Identify and pursue business development opportunities, leveraging national programs and initiatives.
- Coordinate multiple teams from different organizations, ensuring cohesive and effective collaboration.
- Drive the acceleration of agribusiness ventures, focusing on innovation, scalability, and sustainability.
- Foster partnerships with private sector entities to enhance agribusiness development and market access.
- Champion the increase of inclusive finance into AICCRA Zambia Accelerator program.
- Engage with government bodies, NGOs, private sector, and local communities to ensure alignment with national priorities and inclusive participation.
- Lead capacity-building efforts to enhance local expertise in climate-smart agriculture and agribusiness.
- Incorporate gender and social inclusivity strategies in project design and implementation, ensuring equitable benefits across all groups.
- Advocate for and implement policies that support the involvement of women and marginalized communities in agricultural development.
Position in Organization:
- Position: Senior Project Manager – Agribusiness Acceleration and Scaling
- locations: Lusaka, Zambia
- time type: Full time
- Closing Date: January 04, 2024
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
- Master’s degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with significant exposure to the agricultural sector in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Proven track record in strategic planning, team management, and stakeholder engagement.
Language Requirements:
- Proficiency in local Zambian language(s) is desirable.
How to Apply IWMI Senior Project Manager Jobs 2024
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
The Apply to: https://apply.workable.com/international-water-management-institute/j/3CA5074EBB/
The Closing Date: January 04, 2024.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Particulars | Details Link |
Job Advertisement | Download |
Official Website | www.iwmi.cgiar.org |
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