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Job Summary

Job Title:
Project Manager
Employer:
CESVI
Location:
Mbale, Eastern Uganda (with frequent travel within the region)
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Management Jobs
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Wednesday, 18 March 2026

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CESVI is an international humanitarian organisation founded in Italy in 1985. CESVI operates in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Europe, working in emergency and development contexts to support vulnerable populations and promote sustainable development, environmental protection and resilience. CESVI has been operational in Uganda since 2001, implementing programmes in livelihoods, food security, nutrition and community resilience in both development and refugee response.

Full-time

Deadline: 

18 Mar 2026

Project Manager Job at CESVI

CESVI

Job Description

Project Background

The COMMON ROOTS project is under the AICS (Italian Agency for Cooperation and Development) ReForest Project implemented with resources from the European Union. The project aims to increase and conserve the national forest cover and promote the environmental

sustainability and economic growth of the targeted areas. The project is implemented in 16 districts of the Eastern region through a consortium approach.

Job Purpose

The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of the project, ensuring effective implementation, financial oversight, compliance with donor regulations, and coordination among consortium partners.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Project Management and Compliance

  • Ensure overall implementation of project activities in line with the Grant Agreement, approved workplan and budget.
  • Monitor progress against indicators and ensure achievement of results.
  • Ensure timely preparation of narrative and financial reports in compliance with donor requirements.
  • Guarantee adherence to CESVI internal procedures and donor regulations.
  • Monitor project expenditure and budget forecasts.
  • Coordinate with MEAL and Programme Teams to ensure grant MEAL obligations are met timely and in line with donor/consortium requirements.
  • Collaborate with programme teams to ensure contractual visibility and communication obligations are met.
  • Lead coordination among consortium partners, ensuring alignment of activities, timelines and deliverables.
  • Organise and chair regular coordination meetings and Project Advisory Committee meetings.
  • Provide technical and managerial guidance to staff and partners as needed.
  • Ensure effective performance management and capacity building of the project team.

Representation, Partnerships and Strategic Development

  • Represent CESVI and the consortium with relevant government institutions at Ministry and local levels.
  • Strengthen collaboration with district authorities and community structures.
  • Ensure CESVI’s participation in relevant local government initiatives and working groups.
  • Identify potential partners and establish collaborations with community structures, national NGOs and private sector actors.
  • Identify gaps and opportunities to expand the project scope and strengthen CESVI’s strategic positioning in the country.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.

Interested candidates should submit:

• CV

• Motivation letter

• Contacts of three professional referees

CESVI Uganda

Plot 2468 Nsereko Road Nsambya

P.O.33202- Tel/Fax: +256 414574247 – Email: uganda@cesvi.org

Applications should be sent to: recruiting-uganda@cesvi.org

Please indicate “Project Manager – COMMON ROOTS Project” in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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