Project Manager - West Africa
Quick answer
Shelter for Life International is hiring a senior Project Manager for West Africa, based in Bissau, Guinea Bissau, with a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Role
- Project Manager - West Africa
- Organization
- Shelter for Life International
- Location
- Guinea Bissau
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Competitive pay and generous benefits including six weeks of paid time off, two weeks of R&R, ACA compliant health insurance, and allowances for housing, food, and communication.
- Category
- Other
The role
Shelter For Life International is seeking a Project Manager to lead a program in West Africa, focusing on managing the flow of migrants and providing humanitarian assistance.
What you'll do
- Provide supervision, support, and direction to field staff
- Lead a multi-national, multi-lingual, and multi-skilled group of professionals
- Establish relationships with various partners and stakeholders
- Develop and oversee detailed regular, periodic work plans
- Provide quality reports on project progress
- Ensure compliance with US Government rules and regulations
What it takes
- Master’s degree in project management or related fields
- Demonstrated track record in managing logistics, project-indicators, and project objectives
- Thorough understanding of population management and migrant resettlement
- A minimum of eight years of relevant professional management level experience
- Prior work experience with UNHCR and/or IOM-funded programs
- Strong leadership and administrative skills, problem-solving management ability in a cross-cultural environment
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Six weeks of paid time off, two weeks of R&R, ACA compliant health insurance, and allowances for housing, food, and communication.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Bissau, Guinea Bissau.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a competitive salary and generous benefits such as six weeks of paid time off, two weeks of R&R, ACA compliant health insurance, and allowances for housing, food, and communication.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in project management, a minimum of eight years of relevant professional management level experience, and strong leadership and administrative skills.
How do I apply?
Applicants should send their resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: “Project Manager – West Africa”. Applications must be in English and include the name, telephone number, and email of at least two references who do not work for your current employer.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Bissau, Guinea Bissau, and is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on Shelter for Life International's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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