Project Manager At Mamaland

Job Description

Role description:

The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall operational delivery of the MoRe Malawi Project, ensuring that forestry, agroforestry, restoration, and Nature-Based Solutions activities are executed safely, on time, within budget and in line with the Project’s requirements.

This is a strong field-based leadership role, translating strategy, technical design, and certification requirements into effective execution on the ground and coordinating the main operational functions of the Project.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day execution of the MoRe Malawi Project.
•  Manage large-scale forestry, agroforestry, restoration, nursery, planting, and ANR activities.
• Ensure delivery against agreed scope, schedule, budget, quality and operational KPIs.
• Coordinate field teams, contractors, infrastructure, logistics, equipment, and resources.
• Ensure field implementation is aligned with the Project’s carbon methodologies, MRV requirements and validation/verification processes.
• Work closely with Carbon/Science, GIS, Communities, Planning, SHEQ, Finance and Procurement teams.
• Manage operational risks, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Maintain effective relationships with designated government authorities, local communities, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable SHEQ, environmental, social and company standards.
• Promote and ensure the integration of sustainability principles across all project activities, balancing operational delivery with environmental, social, biodiversity, and long-term ecosystem restoration objectives.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in Forestry, Agronomy, Agroforestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years’ proven track record in managing large-scale projects, overseeing complex projects, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven experience managing large-scale field operations and multidisciplinary teams.
• Practical experience in carbon projects is mandatory, under Verra/VCS or similar recognized standards..
• Strong operational, planning, budgeting, and people-management capabilities..
• Experience in Sub-Saharan Africa is highly desirable.
• Fluent English and valid driving license.

Job Application Procedure

To apply for this job please visit careers.mota-engil.com.

Application deadline: