Roots For Growth Project Manager
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring an in-office Roots For Growth Project Manager in Assiut, Egypt, to lead a results-based financing project aimed at economic empowerment and child well-being.
- Role
- Roots For Growth Project Manager
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Assiut Hub, Upper Egypt Field Office
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Roots for Growth Project Manager will lead a multi-year, results-based financing project in Assiut, Egypt, aimed at empowering household-led microenterprises to improve child well-being. The role involves managing program delivery, partner coordination with local incubators and CBOs, budget oversight, and ensuring compliance with donor standards. The successful candidate will foster adaptive management, gender-responsive approaches, and market linkages to drive sustainable economic growth for vulnerable households.
What you'll do
- Lead project implementation and coordinate with partners to achieve payment milestones.
- Manage program budget, financial forecasting, and donor compliance reporting.
- Oversee the Results-Based Financing model and ensure verified result documentation.
- Provide technical oversight on livelihoods, entrepreneurship, and value chain integration.
- Lead recruitment and performance management for project staff and partners.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Development, Economics, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in livelihoods or economic empowerment programs.
- At least 2 years of mandatory experience managing Results-Based Financing or payment-by-results projects.
- Strong expertise in entrepreneurship development and rural value chains.
- Fluency in English with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based at the Save the Children Upper Egypt Field Office in the Assiut Hub.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job description.
What are the key technical requirements for this role?
Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience in livelihoods programs and a minimum of 2 years specifically managing results-based financing or impact bond projects.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or application portal link; please consult the official Save the Children careers page for submission instructions.
How to apply
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