Climate Change Project Manager Assistant

SPNL Team is currently looking for candidates to fill the position of:

Position: Climate Change Project Manager Assistant

Department: Climate Change Department

Reporting to: Project Manager

Employment Type: Full-time

Contractual Period: Two years, renewed annually (3-month probation period) 

Salary: 1,000 USD/month

Others: Applicant must have their personal car and a valid driving license

Overall Purpose of the Job

The climate change Project Manager assistant will support the project manager in the overall management and implementation of a three-year project on climate change with national and international projects, including municipalities, Ministry of Environment, UNDP, universities, local community, etc.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in developing and managing a detailed project schedule and work plan

Assist in coordinating and working closely with the senior project manager, advisor and head of climate department

Assist in coordinating the project across SPNL departments and collaborate with other teams as needed to ensure synergy, support the project manager in coordinating co-funding and ensure efficient implementation of activities.

Assist in developing and managing strategic relationships with project stakeholders (municipalities, NGOs, project partners, government agencies, universities, etc.)

Assist in  the organization of key events in relation to the project

Assist in coordinating project resources and third parties for the swift execution of projects

Assist the project manager to ensure that all project activities are delivered on-time, within scope and budget

Assist in providing project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress

Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs

Assist in measuring project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques

Report to the project manager as needed

Assist in creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation

Assist the project manager to ensure timely technical and financial reporting to donors as required

Education and Competencies

Bachelor's degree in environmental and sustainable development area

A minimum of two years’ relevant professional experience in developing and implementing environmental projects

Experience in working with multi-stakeholders (NGOs, government, UN agencies, municipalities, etc).

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities with numerous team members in a fast-paced environment while working collaboratively across multiple programs

Flexible and able to adapt to frequent change and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines

Experience with communications through traditional media, social media, and grassroots outreach

Demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency, inclusivity, and ability to work with others across diverse cultures and backgrounds

Bilingual in Arabic and English

Some evening and weekend work

Occasional travel