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GOS-UNDP-GEF PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT AND COORDINATION SECTION

FULL TIME PROJECT MANAGER

The GOS-UNDP-GEF Programme Development and Coordination Section (PDCS) within the Ministry of Environment , Climate, Energy and Natural Resources (MECENR) is implementing a GEF funded project entitled “A Ridge to Reef Approach for the Integrated Management of Marine, Coastal and Terrestrial Ecosystems in the Seychelles”,” The PDCS is currently seeking a Full Time Project Manager.

The Full time Project Manager will be required to carry out the following duties/tasks:

• Supervise and coordinate the production of project outputs, as per the project document
• Mobilize all project inputs in accordance with procedures for nationally implemented projects
• Lead the preparation of consultants’ and sub-contractors’ terms of reference, identification and selection of national and international sub-contractors/consultants, cost estimation, time scheduling, contracting, and reporting on project activities and budget, and supervise and coordinate the work of all consultants and sub-contractors;
• Supervise and coordinate the work of all project staff, consultants and sub-contractors;
• In close liaison the implementing partner, prepare and revise project budget for the quarterly/annual work and financial plans;
• Liaise with relevant government agencies, and all implementing partners for effective coordination of all project activities;
• Oversee and ensure timely submission of the Inception Report, Combined Project Implementation Review/Annual Project Report (PIR/APR), Technical reports, quarterly progress and financial reports, and other reports as may be required by UNDP, GEF, MECENR and other oversight agencies;
• Disseminate project reports and respond to queries from stakeholders in a timely manner;
• Report progress of project to the PSC, and ensure the fulfilment of PSC directives.
• Oversee the exchange and sharing of experiences and lessons learned with relevant conservation and sustainable development projects nationally and internationally;
• Ensure the timely and effective implementation of all components of the project;
• Assist relevant government agencies and implementing partners with development of essential skills through training workshops and on the job training, thereby upgrading their institutional capabilities;
• Carry out regular, announced and unannounced inspections of all sites and activities.
• Undertake other management duties that contribute to the effective implementation of the project.

The project duration is till June 2027

Terms of Reference are available in electronic or paper form at the address below. These must be consulted before making an application. A full description of duties is provided in the Terms of Reference.

General Qualifications/Experience and Skills Required

The Project Manager should have the following minimum qualifications:

• A university degree (MSc or PhD) in a subject related to natural resource management or environmental sciences
• At least 10 years of experience in natural resource management / environmental conservation
• At least 5 years of demonstrable project/programme management experience.
• At least 5 years of experience working with ministries, national or provincial institutions that are concerned with natural resource and/or environmental management.

The Project Manager should have the following competencies:

• Strong leadership, managerial and coordination skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate the implementation of large multi-stakeholder projects, including financial and technical aspects
• Ability to effectively manage technical and administrative teams, work with a wide range of stakeholders across various sectors and at all levels, and develop durable partnerships with collaborating agencies
• Ability to administer budgets, train and work effectively with counterpart staff at all levels and with all groups involved in the project
• Strong writing, presentation and reporting skills
• Excellent communication skills and effective interpersonal and negotiation skills, proven through successful interactions with all levels of stakeholder groups, including senior government officials, business executives and local people/communities
• Strong computer skills, in particular mastery of all applications of the MS Office package
• Strong knowledge of the political and socio-economic context related to natural resources management and conservation in the Seychelles.
• Knowledge or past experience working on UNDP-GEF projects is an advantage
• Excellent command of English, working knowledge of creole desirable.

Applications MUST include:
(a) A cover letter describing experience and qualifications (b) Full CV

Proposals should be sent via email to: Mrs. Cindy Clair , the Chief Programme Coordinator for the Programme Development and Coordination Section (PDCS) within the Ministry of Environment , Climate, Energy and Natural Resources (MECENR) on : [email protected] cc and [email protected]

Telephone: 4670526/4670527/ 2824023

NOTE: Please book an appointment in advance for hand deliveries.

Closing Date: 20th of July 2026 (Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted).