Project Director

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Coordination

• Lead project planning, budgeting, execution, monitoring, and evaluation to ensure the achievement of results and efficient resource management.

• Plan and execute project activities in collaboration with partners and field teams.

• Participate in diagnostics, implementation planning, and baseline establishment.

• Ensure the implementation of planned activities, including procurement of goods and services following donor and CECI procedures.

• Monitor performance indicators in collaboration with the monitoring and evaluation specialist.

• Coordinate the timely submission of technical and financial reports.

Partnership Management

• Manage relationships with local partners (civil society organizations, private sector, government institutions) and foster their active involvement.

• Oversee coordination between the various project management committees (steering committee, technical committee, coordination committee).

• Represent the project and CECI in meetings, working groups, and strategic events.

Financial and Administrative Oversight

• Plan and manage financial and material resources according to CECI and donor regulations and procedures.

• Ensure budget compliance and coordinate with the accounting team for fund management.

• Guarantee proper administration of resources and financial transparency.

Human Resources and Security

• Participate in the recruitment and supervision of project volunteers and staff.

• Ensure the security and well-being of volunteers in collaboration with partners.

• Organize tripartite meetings to monitor volunteers and partners.

Communication and Visibility

• Ensure the documentation and dissemination of results by systematizing best practices and lessons learned.

• Collaborate with the communications team to promote the project through communication materials and knowledge management.

This position is for you if you have:

• A university degree in economic development, business administration (entrepreneurship focus), or a related field. A master’s degree is an asset.

• Strong knowledge of the entrepreneurial sector and economic development in Africa.

• Solid skills in planning, coordination, and results-based management.

• Proven experience in managing international development projects.

• A strong interest in sustainable development, women’s rights, and gender equality.

• Excellent command of French and good communication skills in English.

• Experience in supporting partner organizations and capacity building.

Imagine working for an organization whose mission corresponds to your personal values, and participating every day, in your own way, in the creation of positive social change in the world. Alongside 300 employees worldwide and 200 volunteers, who share our values of solidarity, integrity and respect for diversity, you could help empower women and support communities with CECI.

CECI values diversity and inclusion, respecting employment equity. We encourage applications from people from Aboriginal, racialized, immigrant and disabled communities, and of all sexual orientations and gender identities. If you wish, we invite you to identify yourself as belonging to one of these groups when you submit your application, as we believe that diversity of experience contributes to an understanding of the context and work of CECI and is therefore considered an asset.

We are committed to providing an environment free from harassment and discrimination. Accommodation is available at every stage of the application or interview process, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.