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TomorrowNow.org NOAA Project Manager

About the job

Join TomorrowNow on a Transformative Climate Initiative

TomorrowNow, a climate tech non-profit, seeks a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to support its NOAA Africa Initiative, which aims to revolutionize climate reanalysis and enhance meteorological capacities across East and Southern Africa. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical climate resilience efforts in regions where access to high-quality climate data is vital for hazard forecasting, agricultural planning, and public health. You can read more about our project here.

About the Role:

As the Project Manager for the TomorrowNow NOAA Initiative, you will oversee the development of next-generation climate reanalysis data as well as in-country capacity development initiatives. You will work under the guidance of the Director of Climate Resilience and in collaboration with an array of stakeholders across two key regions: East Africa (Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Somalia, Djibouti) and Southern Africa (Mozambique, Zambia, Malawi).

Responsibilities:

  • Project Leadership: Spearhead the project to ensure timely achievement of milestones and deliverables while maintaining budget discipline.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, integrating schedules, resource allocation, and risk mitigation.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with partners, regional coordinators, and meteorological departments to ensure project alignment with local needs.
  • Capacity Building: Support the execution of training programs to enhance the utilization of climate reanalysis data by meteorological departments.
  • Reporting: Publish written reports to satisfy grant program requirements and provide internal updates, as needed for the project.

Who You Are:

  • Experienced in project management, ideally in climate science, meteorology, or related fields.
  • A natural leader with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage complex projects.
  • Skilled in communication and collaboration, capable of engaging effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Adaptable and flexible, able to travel within East and Southern Africa for training and capacity-building efforts.

Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Work: Make a tangible difference in climate resilience efforts across Africa.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals passionate about climate adaptation and sustainability.
  • Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work with periodic travel for on-site engagements.

Location and Travel:

  • Preference will be given to candidates based in East or Southern Africa due to the proximity to project sites.
  • This remote position offers the flexibility to work from your chosen location within the specified regions,
  • The position will require frequent traveling to seven East and Southern African countries

Timeline: 24 months

Starting date: 1 June 2024

Embark on this exciting journey with TomorrowNow and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of climate adaptation in Africa. Apply today to become part of a project that promises professional growth and a significant contribution to global climate resilience efforts.

Please Submit CV’s to following email address

applications@tomorrownow.info

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