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Project Manager – VOICES Project
Organization: Catholic Relief Services
Job Title: Project Manager – Vitalizing Opportunities in Circular Economy and Sustainable Solutions in Lake Tanganyika (VOICES)
Location: Kigoma
Reports to: Country Manager, Tanzania
Salary Grade: 9
About CRS
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States.
CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in more than 100 countries worldwide, regardless of race, religion, or nationality.
CRS programs focus on:
- Emergency response
- HIV and health
- Agriculture
- Education
- Microfinance
- Peacebuilding
Project Background
CRS, in collaboration with:
- Caritas Kigoma
- Caritas Kasama
is implementing the European Union-funded VOICES Project.
The Vitalizing Opportunities in Circular Economy and Sustainable Solutions in Lake Tanganyika (VOICES) project aims to improve water quality in the Lake Tanganyika basin through sustainable and inclusive economic practices.
The project operates in:
- Kigoma Region
- Mpulungu Region
It promotes:
- Circular economy principles
- Sustainable resource management
- Cross-border collaboration among countries surrounding Lake Tanganyika.
Job Summary
CRS Tanzania seeks a qualified Project Manager to lead implementation of the VOICES project in Tanzania and Zambia.
Based in Kigoma, the Project Manager will:
- Design and implement strategies promoting circular economy principles
- Lead a two-country project team
- Identify opportunities for resource optimization and waste reduction
- Strengthen sustainable economic practices within Lake Tanganyika communities
The role requires collaboration with:
- National government agencies
- Local Government Authorities (LGAs)
- Financial institutions
- Civil society organizations
- Private sector partners
The Project Manager will ensure high-quality program implementation and effective project management systems aligned with CRS standards.
Roles and Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership
- Provide overall strategic and technical leadership for the VOICES project.
- Lead annual work planning and progress review processes.
- Ensure technical approaches achieve project targets and impact.
2. Donor Management and Reporting
- Manage donor engagement and communication.
- Ensure compliance with EU and CRS reporting requirements.
3. Team Management
- Supervise project staff and promote staff well-being.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to team members.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
4. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)
- Lead data-driven analysis to inform project decision-making.
- Coordinate evaluation activities and reflection meetings.
- Monitor project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure compliance with CRS and EU MEAL policies.
5. Stakeholder Engagement
- Foster collaboration with:
- Government institutions
- NGOs and INGOs
- UN agencies
- Private sector partners
- Community organizations
- Deliver training and guidance on circular economy principles.
6. Resource and Financial Management
- Coordinate financial, human, and material resources.
- Conduct budget reviews and monitor partner financial reporting.
- Ensure proper tracking of project resources.
7. Capacity Strengthening
- Identify capacity gaps among partner organizations.
- Facilitate technical support and training interventions.
8. Representation and Advocacy
- Represent the project at stakeholder meetings and forums.
- Advocate for investment in circular economy initiatives.
9. Innovation and Research
- Monitor emerging technologies and business models related to circular economy.
- Conduct research and pilot projects to improve resource efficiency.
Basic Qualifications
- Master’s degree in:
- Environmental Science
- Natural Resources Management
- Sustainability
- Business Administration
- Or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing environmental or sustainability programs.
- Experience managing EU-funded programs.
- Strong knowledge of circular economy principles.
- Proven project management experience.
- Strong data analysis and assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Demonstrated innovation and problem-solving ability.
Required Languages
- Fluency in English
- Fluency in Kiswahili
Travel Requirements
The role requires up to 50% travel to project locations.
Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent relationship management abilities
- Strategic stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills
- Proactive and results-oriented mindset
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing multi-donor grants, especially EU grants.
- Demonstrated ability to write high-quality technical proposals.
- Experience working with partner organizations.
- MEAL experience (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning).
- Staff supervision and team leadership experience.
- Proficiency in:
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- MS PowerPoint
- Web conferencing tools
- Information management systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises the project team, including:
- Senior Project Officers
- Project Officers
Key Working Relationships
Internal
- Country Manager
- Sub-Office Coordinator
- Head of Operations
- Finance Manager
- CRS Zambia Team
- Technical Advisors
- Operations Staff
External
- Project implementing partners
- Government ministries
- National Environment Management Council
- Research institutions
- NGOs and other stakeholder working groups
Organizational Commitment
CRS’ Catholic identity guides its mission and operations. The organization welcomes staff of all faiths and backgrounds who share its commitment to serving vulnerable communities.
CRS maintains strict policies to protect children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Application Letter
- Updated CV
Both documents must be combined in one attachment (PDF or Word format).
Email applications to:
Application Deadline
24 March 2025
Applicants must clearly state the job title in the email subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Disclaimer:
This job description does not represent a complete list of duties, responsibilities, or skills associated with the role.
To apply for this job email your details to TZ_HR@crs.org