Job Description

Project Manager

Application Deadline: February 9, 2024

Position: Local Project Manager

Employment Type: Consultant

Reports to: Canadian Project Director

Remuneration: In line with market rates

Application Instructions:

1. Read the Required Qualifications carefully to ensure your CV best matches the specified requirements outlined below.
2. Click the Apply now link to submit your application and CV.
3. Successful candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

At Alinea International we value diversity, equity, inclusivity, accessibility and belonging in everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer opposed to all forms of discrimination. We actively seek and encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds recognizing that an inclusive workforce enriches our organization and achieves smarter, more innovative results.  

Alinea is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Due to the nature of our work, all candidates will be subject to due diligence checks and extensive background checks where appropriate. 

Alinea International does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment and hiring process. All offers of employment or job opportunities with Alinea International that include any form of a request for payment of fees or collect information on bank accounts are fraudulent. Any requests for such payment or information should be refused and reported to your local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action and to Alinea International.

About Alinea International

Alinea is an international development consultancy providing technical and management expertise that helps people improve their lives. We work with governments, investors, companies, and communities to create lasting change. Over 38 years, Alinea has successfully delivered more than 1000 projects worldwide.

About the project:

This is a general call for CVs from experienced project managers. Applications will be added to a candidates’ pool and considered for ongoing and new projects as opportunities arise. We are interested in applicants with experience leading donor-funded projects, delivering technical assistance, providing financial and administrative oversight, and integrating cross-cutting themes including governance, gender equality, environment, and conflict sensitivity.

Required Qualifications:

• Master of political science, law, international development, economics, finance, business administration, project management, social sciences, applied sciences, or similar;
• Minimum of six (6) years of leading donor-funded projects (Global Affairs Canada, FCDO, UKaid, USAID, GIZ, etc.) in developing countries;
• Experience working on 2 completed projects in the last 10 years;
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets of at least CAD 1 million;
• Demonstrated experience overseeing administrative and financial functions and ensuring quality delivery across the project;
• Proven ability to engage with and build relationships with donors, partners, government representatives, and stakeholders;
• Demonstrated experience identifying stakeholder needs, and planning and implementing technical assistance initiatives;
• Experience developing and delivering project documents such as implementation plans, annual work plans, budgets, operational procedures and manuals, financial and narrative reports, and communication products (e.g., brochures, multimedia presentations, briefs, etc.);
• Experience managing a team and technical experts.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Must be located in Colombia.
• Preference for candidates with multi-country experience.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

To learn more about Alinea, please visit our website: www.alineainternational.com