WatHab Generalist Project Manager

About the role

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is recruiting a WatHab Generalist Project Manager to be based in Maputo, Mozambique. The role covers the Water and Habitat component of the Program in Favour of People Deprived of Liberty, working closely with the Water and Habitat Coordinator and the Detention team.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare project documents and materials before field assessments, take part in evaluation missions and draft proposals and plans, including bills of quantities and work schedules
• Collect project data from regional, sectoral and national authorities and prepare project budgets with supporting documentation
• Supervise project implementation, make technical decisions and monitor project status against objectives
• Develop and implement strategies for planning, execution and monitoring of the Water and Habitat component, and set up a monitoring system for outputs and outcomes
• Analyse prison situations visited by the ICRC and prepare activity and support plans with the Detention team
• Contribute to security analysis and management, and share information on the security, political, economic and humanitarian situation
• Prepare cash forecasts and conduct financial monitoring through the Program Assistance Monitoring (PAM) reporting system, working with the coordinator on PAM progress reports
• Archive accounting documents such as expense invoices, payrolls, journals and service requests

Required profile

• University degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture
• At least 10 years of verifiable post-graduation experience in civil engineering, architecture, infrastructure construction, rehabilitation or facilities management
• At least five years independently managing or technically leading infrastructure projects, including planning, budgeting, procurement, contractor supervision, contract administration, quality control and monitoring
• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance, infrastructure condition assessments, rehabilitation planning and building management
• Experience coordinating with government authorities, public institutions and other stakeholders
• Proficiency in two languages; English and Portuguese are mandatory

Required skills

• Managing multiple projects, contractors, budgets and schedules with technical autonomy
• Identifying infrastructure deficiencies, assessing technical and operational risks and developing cost-effective solutions
• Strong communication, negotiation and diplomatic skills
• Ability to work independently in sensitive operational environments and in a diverse, multi-cultural team

Shortlisted candidates only will be contacted. The ICRC offers attractive salaries and social benefits, and internal training opportunities. The vacancy is no longer accepting applications.