Project Manager (Transactional)

Organizational Context

The UNOPS Africa Regional Office manages over 250 projects across 40 countries, focusing on fragile and conflict-affected regions. It supports national priorities through initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, Peace and Security, and more. The Central Africa Multi-Country Office (CAMCO), based in Kinshasa, DRC, partners with governments and organizations across 15 nations, delivering fund management, technical assistance, and capacity-building in critical sectors.

Job Purpose

The Project Manager (Transactional) is responsible for the effective delivery and daily oversight of projects that provide transactional services, such as HR, procurement, or grants, to UNOPS partners. This role serves as the primary point of contact for coordination with donors, partners, and beneficiaries, ensuring strict adherence to contractual obligations and UNOPS performance standards. Acting on behalf of the Project Board, the Project Manager is accountable for ensuring that all project outputs are delivered within the agreed tolerances for time, cost, scope, quality, risk, and benefits, thereby contributing to the successful execution of UNOPS's mission in the region.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include developing and implementing project plans, managing the production of outputs, and ensuring quality standards are met. The role involves monitoring project progress, controlling variances, and managing changes, while proactively identifying and mitigating project risks to maximize benefits for partners. Compliance with UNOPS policies, financial regulations, and local laws is essential. The Project Manager will prepare and issue regular project and financial reports, maintain project documentation, and support audit activities. Stakeholder engagement strategies will be developed and implemented, fostering strong relationships with the project board, clients, and key stakeholders. The role also encompasses creating a learning environment for the project team, encouraging knowledge sharing, and managing personnel to ensure effective performance and adherence to safety and security standards.

Work Experience

Required experience includes project management in HR services, financial management, grants management, or procurement. Experience in project coordination and operations management, along with knowledge of quality standards and assurance methodologies, is also necessary. Experience in multicultural or UN system environments within a developing country, or in development/humanitarian contexts, is desirable.

Skills

Project Coordination, Project Implementation, Project Planning, Quality Assurance, Reporting, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management.

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