Mozambique: Programme Coordinator / Mozambique

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate is expected to:

• Coordinate the Cosv strategy and overall programme in Mozambique

• Supervising the action in the Gilè National Reserve where most of the activities are currently taking place, focusing on the tourism sector and the sustainable management of natural resources

• Ensure an efficient and effective overall management (technical, organizational, administrative) of the Cosv programme in Mozambique. In particular:

• Manage and supervise the on-going project;
• Manage the financial resources: verification of the interim reports and fund requests to UE, budget revisions, cost-no cost extension and other inquiries to the donors; procurement procedures, etc;
• Supervising the management of the local and expatriate staff: recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation;

• Build and maintain relevant relationships with the local authorities, local and international partners and other actors.

• Develop a fruitful collaboration with governmental institutions, local authorities and other actors and partners that play a key-role in projects implementation (Local Communities, Carbonsink, Eduardo Mondlane University, Garda Zoological Park, etc.) with the specific purpose of ensuring the project continuation beyond its natural deadline and/or set the basis for new projects opportunities in the area;

• Build and maintain relevant relationships with Italian partners and public/private stakeholders/potential donors both in Italy, abroad and on the field.

QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL:

• At least 5 years of management experience including multidisciplinary team management;

• Substantial experience working in Africa and Mozambique with a particular and solid understanding of its history, cultural, economic, institutional and political features;

• Contributing to the growth of the team through the creation of new business/project opportunities and the creation of solid and profitable business relations with key stakeholders in Mozambique, Italy and EU;

• Experience in management of multi-partner / multi-stakeholder projects/programmes; proactive aptitude in building and managing partnerships with different bodies and institutions; strong experience in representing an organization with partners, government agencies, private sector organizations, and donors at senior level;

• Languages: Proficiency in English and Portuguese is a must.

• Ability to process and writing new proposals with high quality standard;

• Administrative and report writing skills (financial and technical reporting);

• Strong leadership skills and previous experience in team building and conflict resolution. Strong facilitation and negotiating skills.

DESIRABLE:

• Previous experience in managing EU funded projects and sound knowledge of EU procedures and financing programs will be considered an asset;

• First class communication skills both in English and Italian (Portuguese is another key asset);

• Track record in developing profitable business relations in the above-mentioned countries;

• You should be able to demonstrate a good awareness of key issues related to climate change, carbon and REDD mechanisms.

To apply, please, send an update cv and a cover letter with references to hr@cosv.org, before November 30, 2015. Specific in the object: Programme Coordinator/ Mozambique RW

Cosv reserves the right to contact only the candidates meeting the requirements.