Project Manager – Natural Resource Management

About the role

The Project Manager will lead multiple donor‑funded initiatives in the Kunene and Zambezi regions, coordinating teams to deliver natural‑resource‑management and nature‑based livelihood projects on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities

• Develop long‑ and short‑term project plans, set milestones and monitor progress.
• Lead fundraising activities, prepare donor proposals and secure additional funding.
• Conduct legal, compliance and risk reviews of project documents.
• Assign and manage human, financial and material resources, including hiring specialists.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and synergy across units.
• Oversee quality control, project reviews and adjustments to schedules or budgets as needed.
• Prepare and submit management and donor reports, and manage public‑relations with partners and beneficiaries.

Required profile

• Minimum Master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in project management.
• At least 5 years of senior‑level experience in community‑based natural resource management (CBNRM) with a proven track record.
• Strong project management, critical‑thinking, decision‑making and communication skills.