Project Manager – COMMON ROOTS: Communities Rising On Opportunities through Trees’ Stewardship in Uganda (National Position)

Duty Station: Mbale, Eastern Uganda (with frequent travel within the region)Contract Duration: 12 months (renewable based on performance)Starting Date: As soon as possibleReports to: Head of MissionApplication Deadline: 18/03/2026About CESVICESVI is an international humanitarian organisation founded in Italy in 1985. CESVI operates inAfrica, Asia, Latin America and Europe, working in emergency and development contexts tosupport vulnerable populations and promote sustainable development, environmental protectionand resilience.CESVI has been operational in Uganda since 2001, implementing programmes in livelihoods, foodsecurity, nutrition and community resilience in both development and refugee response.Project BackgroundThe COMMON ROOTS project is under the AICS (Italian Agency for Cooperation andDevelopment) ReForest Project implemented with resources from the European Union. The projectaims to increase and conserve the national forest cover and promote the environmentalsustainability and economic growth of the targeted areas. The project is implemented in 16 districtsof the Eastern region through a consortium approach.Job PurposeThe Project Manager will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of theproject, ensuring effective implementation, financial oversight, compliance with donor regulations,and coordination among consortium partners.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Management and Compliance• Ensure overall implementation of project activities in line with the Grant Agreement, approvedworkplan and budget.• Monitor progress against indicators and ensure achievement of results.• Ensure timely preparation of narrative and financial reports in compliance with donorrequirements.• Guarantee adherence to CESVI internal procedures and donor regulations.• Monitor project expenditure and budget forecasts.• Coordinate with MEAL and Programme Teams to ensure grant MEAL obligations are mettimely and in line with donor/consortium requirements.• Collaborate with programme teams to ensure contractual visibility and communicationobligations are met.• Lead coordination among consortium partners, ensuring alignment of activities, timelines anddeliverables.• Organise and chair regular coordination meetings and Project Advisory Committee meetings.• Provide technical and managerial guidance to staff and partners as needed.• Ensure effective performance management and capacity building of the project team.Representation, Partnerships and Strategic Development• Represent CESVI and the consortium with relevant government institutions at Ministry andlocal levels.• Strengthen collaboration with district authorities and community structures.• Ensure CESVI’s participation in relevant local government initiatives and working groups.• Identify potential partners and establish collaborations with community structures, nationalNGOs and private sector actors.• Identify gaps and opportunities to expand the project scope and strengthen CESVI’s strategicpositioning in the country.Essential requirements• University degree in Project Management, Economics, Social Sciences, Public Administration,Environmental Studies, or a related field.• A Master’s degree is considered an asset.• Minimum 7 years of relevant professional experience in managing donor-funded developmentprojects.• Proven experience in EU-funded or similarly structured donor projects (strong asset).• Demonstrated experience in consortium coordination and multi-partner project management.• Proven experience in budget management, financial monitoring and donor reporting.• Experience working with Government institutions, district authorities and civil societyorganisations in Uganda.• Excellent organisational, leadership and communication skills.• Solid diplomatic skills with the ability to manage a variety of internal and external relationships• Self-motivated, proactive, resilient and able to work independently.• Highly result-oriented with the ability to manage workload and stress• Fluency in English (written and spoken).• Strong computer literacy (MS Office and reporting tools).• High level of integrity and adherence to safeguarding standards.Desirable• Experience in forest landscape restoration, climate resilience or community-based naturalresource management projects.• Knowledge of Ugandan environmental and forestry policy frameworks.• Experience working with government institutions and multi-stakeholder platforms.SafeguardingCESVI UgandaPlot 2468 Nsereko Road NsambyaP.O.33202- Tel/Fax: +256 414574247 - Email: [email protected] has a zero-tolerance approach towards sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassmentand all forms of misconduct. The selected candidate will be required to adhere to CESVI’s Code ofConduct and Safeguarding policies.HOW TO APPLYHow to ApplyInterested candidates should submit:• CV• Motivation letter• Contacts of three professional refereesApplications should be sent to: [email protected] indicate “Project Manager – COMMON ROOTS Project” in the subject line.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.