Project Manager – Clean Cooking Programme (Senegal)

About the role

Mercy Corps is seeking a Project Manager to lead the implementation of the Regional Clean Cooking Action West Africa (ReCCAWA) programme in Senegal. This full‑time position will oversee a multi‑partner initiative aimed at expanding access to clean, affordable cooking solutions while promoting women’s economic empowerment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and ensure alignment of the ReCCAWA programme with Mercy Corps policies and donor requirements.
• Plan, coordinate and monitor all project activities to achieve technical, institutional and programmatic results.
• Lead the project team, manage budgets, financial reporting and operational performance.
• Maintain primary communication with the donor and ensure close coordination with regional partners.
• Foster collaboration with the Ministry of Energy, private sector, financial institutions, women’s organisations and local authorities.
• Promote adaptive management, innovation and sustainable market‑system development in Senegal’s clean cooking sector.

Required profile

• Senegalese national or resident with independent right to work in Senegal.
• Fluency in French and English.
• Proven experience managing donor‑funded development projects, preferably in clean cooking or environmental sectors.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder‑engagement and communication skills.

Required skills