National Project Manager

Consultant Services of a National Project Manager are being sought to compile the Sixth Biodiversity National Report to the Convention on Biological Diversity, for the Ministry of Environment, Water and Climate. The National Project Manager will act as the Executive Secretary to the Project Steering Committee (National Biodiversity Forum) and will be responsible for all aspects of project management and coordination in collaboration with the project stakeholders to ensure adequate project implementation. The National Project Manager will also perform a range of technical tasks in support of the project activities and will be directly responsible for the implementation of all components of the project.

Profile:

Minimum 5 years of experience in project management and implementation. preferably with UN-implemented projects; academic background and relevant direct experience related to the technical scope of the project, particularly with regard to Multilateral Conventions, protected areas, climate change, and biodiversity conservation; experience in environmental and capacity building issues is highly desirable; leadership as well as strong management and interpersonal skills; computer skills; strong communication and presentation skills; high flexibility and capacity to work under pressure. Full command of the English language, is required for this post.
Detailed Terms of Reference can be obtained from the Ministry of Environment, Water and Climate.
Applications should be in by the 20th of July 2018.

Applications should be addressed:
The Secretary
Ministry of Environment, Water and Climate
Kaguvi Building
Cnr 4th St and Central Ave P. Bag 7753 Causeway, Harare
Attention: Director Environment and Natural Resources