Job Description
\n\t\t\t\tPROJECT DIRECTOR – GREEN CLIMATE FUND (GCF)<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tDuties and Responsibilities
\n\t\t\t\tProject Leadership and Management<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Lead the establishment and management of project governance structures, including the PIU, Project Steering Committee (PSC) and Technical Advisory mechanisms.\u00b7 Provide strategic, technical, and managerial leadership to ensure effective delivery of the AY4SF project within time, budget and quality parameters.\u00b7 Oversee project implementation to ensure activities align with project objectives and goals and meet the quality standards in expected results.\u00b7 Lead and supervise the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) to deliver against the approved Annual Work Plan.\u00b7 Ensure effective systems for planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting are in place and aligned with SCI and GCF standards.\u00b7 Ensure timely implementation of the Environmental and Social Management Plan, Gender Action Plan and Grievance Redress Mechanism.\u00b7 Manage risks proactively and ensure appropriate mitigation actions are implemented.Stakeholder Engagement and Representation<\/p>\n
\u2022 Serve as the main liaison between SCI, MLAFWRD and the National Designated Authority (Climate Change Management Department).\u2022 Lead engagement with line ministries (EMA, Forestry Commission, MYEDVT, MWACSME, and others), private sector partners and financial institutions.\u2022 Represent the project at Provincial District Development Committee (PDCC) meetings, ensuring integration of Local Adaptation Plans (LAPs) within District Development Plans (DDPs).\u2022 Enable the regular convening of, and report to the Project Steering Committee and Technical Advisory Group, action their recommendations, and report on progress and leverage their support for problem solving.\u2022 Maintain close working relationships with Provincial Permanent Secretaries Offices, RDCs, and community structures to institutionalize climate-resilient planning.\u2022 Facilitate coordination among implementing partners, government agencies and private sector actors for efficient delivery and sustainability.\u2022 Represent SCI and the project in national fora on climate adaptation, resilience, and green jobs on need basis.Technical Oversight and Quality Assurance<\/p>\n
\u2022 Leverage Country office and Global Technical Expertise to support technical quality of programme implementation\u2022 Ensure technical coherence and quality assurance oversight across project outputs, including:o Local Adaptation Plans (LAPs) integrated into DDPs,o climate resilient value chains,o youth empowerment and green jobs, ando promotion of nature-based solutions (NbS) for ecosystem restoration.\u2022 Oversee mainstreaming of cross-cutting priorities such as gender equality, social inclusion and youth empowerment.\u2022 Promote adaptive management and evidence-based decision-making through regular reflection, learning, and planning cycles.Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oversee implementation of the project\u2019s MEAL Framework aligned with GCF\u2019s Integrated Results Management Framework (IRMF).\u2022 Ensure timely submission of quarterly, six monthly and annual reports to the Project Steering Committee, Executing Entities, Accredited Entity (SCA), and other stakeholders.\u2022 Ensure timely and quality reporting to GCF via the Executing Enitiy and Accredited Entity, including facilitating reporting on the in-kind contributions from the Ministry of Agriculture.\u2022 Foster a strong learning culture and document best practices in locally led adaptation and youth-driven climate action.\u2022 Participate in cross-country learning events and Community of Practice with other SC supported GCF projects to share experiences from Zimbabwe and learning from others where relevant. Financial and Operational Management<\/p>\n
\u2022 Oversee efficient financial management, ensuring full compliance with GCF fiduciary standards and SCI standards and policies.\u2022 Manage project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money.\u2022 Oversee procurement, logistics and contract management for partners, consultants, and suppliers.\u2022 Ensure robust internal controls and transparent fund flow mechanisms between SCI Zimbabwe, government partners, and implementing partners.Team Management and Capacity Strengthening<\/p>\n
\u2022 Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team to achieve high performance, accountability, and collaboration.\u2022 Foster an inclusive and empowering culture within the PIU and district teams.\u2022 Build capacity of staff, government counterparts and partners on climate adaptation, resilience programming and GCF compliance.\u2022 Encourage knowledge sharing and staff development across districts and partners.Child Safeguarding, Safety and Ethics<\/p>\n
\u2022 Ensure project staff and partners uphold SCI\u2019s Safeguarding, Code of Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policies.\u2022 Ensure all incidents and risks are reported and addressed according to SCI standards.\u2022 Promote a culture of transparency, ethical behaviour and safety in all operations.<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tQualifications and Experience
\n\t\t\t\tQUALIFICATIONS <\/p>\n
\u2022 Advanced degree in Climate Change, Environment, Natural Resources Management, Development Studies, or a related discipline. EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSEssential\u2022 Minimum 10 years\u2019 progressive experience managing large, complex, multi-stakeholder projects (preferably GCF, Global Environmental Fund, Adaptation Fund, UNEP, IUCN, AfDB, World Bank, or EU-funded).\u2022 Proven experience engaging and coordinating with national, provincial, and district government institutions.\u2022 Strong understanding of locally led adaptation, ecosystem-based approaches, green jobs and climate-resilient livelihoods.\u2022 Excellent leadership, coordination and partnership management skills.\u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of financial management, reporting and compliance oversight experience.\u2022 Exceptional communication, representation and relationship-building skills.\u2022 Fluency in written and spoken English and any other local language.Desireable\u2022 Experience working with an INGO.\u2022 Familiarity with GCF standards expectations and reporting processes.\u2022 Knowledge of youth entrepreneurship, financial inclusion and climate finance mechanisms.\u2022 Working knowledge of local languages.<\/p>\n
\t\t\t\tHow to Apply<\/p>\n
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