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Project Manager for PlasticSmart Project

Overview

CARE is an international development organization fighting global poverty, focusing on working with women and girls to bring sustainable changes to their communities. CARE was founded in 1945, today CARE works in 111 countries around the globe and supports 1631 poverty-fighting development and humanitarian aid projects to reach more than 174 million people directly and 205 million people indirectly. We work with partners to achieve lasting results for marginalized communities. CARE focuses on empowering particularly marginalized and vulnerable women in Cambodia, including urban women who are marginalized by occupation, rural women who are denied multiple rights, and women and girls from ethnic minorities. CARE focuses primarily on the northeast of the country, Phnom Penh, and surrounding areas. CARE aims to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and social injustice and to bring lasting change to the lives of poor and vulnerable people by strengthening gender equality and women’s voice, promoting inclusive governance and increasing women’s resilience. CARE knows that it cannot achieve this mission without a team of dedicated, passionate and qualified people.

CARE is seeking a qualified Cambodian national candidate to join our team as a Project Manager for Plastic Smart Project based in Phnom Penh  with frequent travel to other sites as required.

The Project Manager will lead the Plastic Smart Project, focusing on reducing plastic waste, promoting sustainable packaging, and transitioning Cambodia to a circular economy. Key responsibilities include managing a team, overseeing capacity building, pilot-testing business models, raising awareness, driving policy dialogue, and resource mobilization. The role involves planning, budget management, and collaboration with stakeholders like ministries, factories, Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and waste collectors. Based in Phnom Penh, the position requires significant travel and direct supervision of technical staff, peers, volunteers and partners.

Salary Range: $$1262 – $1383

Summary  of Job Responsibilities :

  • Lead project planning, implementation, and oversight, including piloting and scaling sustainable business models.
  • Manage budget and financial compliance, ensuring proper use of funds and alignment with project plans.
  • Supervise and mentor a team, fostering high performance and accountability.
  • Build partnerships with government, NGOs, private sector actors, and communities for effective collaboration.
  • Promote policy advocacy and capacity building for stakeholders, emphasizing sustainable waste management solutions.
  • Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities to ensure data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Experiences and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in environmental sciences, project management, or related fields. At least 5 years of experience managing development or environmental sustainability projects, including team leadership and budget oversight. Proven ability to engage with government agencies, INGOs, LNGOs, Unions and private sector stakeholders in Cambodia or similar contexts. Strong understanding of climate change, circular economy, waste management, sustainable packaging, project management and monitoring and evaluation frameworks. Demonstrated skills in project planning, financial management, training, and facilitation. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities. Fluency in English and Khmer, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Commitment to gender equality, cultural sensitivity, and CARE’s values.

While your demonstrated experience is valuable, CARE is seeking a candidate who brings existing knowledge of, or a willingness to learn about CARE, gender equality and women’s empowerment activities.

As with all CARE employees, you will need to uphold and promote CARE’s commitment to Child Protection and the Protection from Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse.

CARE will provide you with a supportive and flexible working environment designed to recognise your valuable contributions and ensure a healthy work-life balance. CARE encourages continuous improvement through learning and development opportunities.

Please refer to the JD for more detailed information of Job Responsibilities, Experiences and Qualifications.

Application Information

Interested candidates are requested to submit a CARE application form along with CV and cover letter to khm.jobs@care.org by the Subject “Applying for Position’s Project Manager “, or at the CARE Country Office at #39 (3rd floor), Street 352, Sangkat Boeng Keng Kang Ti Muoy, Khan Boeng Keng Kang, Phnom Phnom Penh, Cambodia. A detailed job description and application form is available on www.care-cambodia.org or www.bongthom.com. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline of 15 January 2024. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Submitted documents will not be returned. In return for your commitment, you will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including women, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities and members of other marginalized groups. CARE International in Cambodia is committed to protecting the rights of children. CARE International in Cambodia reserves the right to conduct screening procedures to ensure a child safe environment.

CARE International In Cambodia participates in the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response’s Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  CARE International In Cambodia reserves the right to seek information from job applicants’ previous employers about incidents of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment, and/or child abuse the applicant may have been found guilty to have committed or about which an investigation was in the process of being carried out at the time of the termination of the applicant’s employment with that employer.  By submitting the application, the job applicant confirms that s/he has no objection to CARE Cambodia requesting the information specified above.

CARE places human dignity at the centre of its relief and development work. At the heart of CARE’s efforts to impact poverty and social justice is its engagement with marginalized communities, and vulnerable adults and children. Vulnerable adults and children are particularly at risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. CARE commits to the protection from sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse (PSHEA) of vulnerable adults, involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel. CARE has a zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse. CARE takes seriously all concerns and complaints about sexual exploitation and abuse and child abuse involving CARE Employees and Related Personnel.