National Project Manager – Climate Resilience

About the role

The National Project Manager will lead the implementation of the "Safeguarding rural communities and their physical assets from climate‑induced disasters" project in Timor‑Leste. This role coordinates multi‑hazard risk assessments, spatial data systems and capacity‑building activities to enhance the climate resilience of vulnerable rural infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the comprehensive multi‑hazard risk assessment covering flood, landslides, erosion and drought across the country.
• Manage the development and deployment of a spatial‑data‑based system for physical asset mapping and related trainings.
• Coordinate with the Secretariat of State of Environment, ministries and other implementing partners to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor project outputs, deliverables and timelines, ensuring compliance with Green Climate Fund requirements.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and reporting to donors and senior UNDP officials.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing development or climate‑resilience projects at national level.
• Strong understanding of disaster risk management, climate change impacts and rural infrastructure.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills with government ministries and international partners.

Required skills