Project Manager (Transactional), Lome, Togo

General Information

Position Title: Project Manager (Transactional)

Job Category: Project

Duty Station(s): Lome

Seniority Level: Mid Level

ICS Level: ICS 09

Contract Type: ICA - LICA - Specialist - Regular

Contract Level: LICA 9

Posting Start Date: 17-Jul-2026

Posting End Date: 02-Aug-2026

Duration: Ongoing

Job Highlight

Lead impactful projects delivering essential transactionalservices, ensuring excellence in HR, procurement, and grantsmanagement within a dynamic global framework.

About the Region

The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya,oversees the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries,with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. Supportedby more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-countryoffices—spanning North, West, Central, Eastern and SouthernAfrica, and the Horn of Africa—the office advances nationalpriorities through strategic initiatives in Climate Action, Health,Infrastructure, Peace and Security, Middle-Income Country Support,and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Regional Officeprovides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversightin key areas including Partnerships, Communications, Management andOversight, Infrastructure and Project Management, Health andSafety, and Security. By promoting excellence in project delivery,fostering knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement,the office contributes to sustainable infrastructure, transparentresource management, and a better quality of life for communitiesacross the continent.

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About the Country/Multi-Country Office

Based in Dakar, Senegal, the West Africa Multi-Country Office(WAMCO) delivers high-quality project management, infrastructure,and procurement services across 16 countries in West Africa and theSahel, including Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire,Guinea, Mali, Niger, and Togo. Aligned with UNOPS' mission, WAMCOsupports partners in peacebuilding, humanitarian assistance, andsustainable development. WAMCO's portfolio spans key sectors suchas health, climate change, renewable energy, agriculture, water andsanitation, environment, infrastructure, justice, and peace andsecurity. Notable projects include the construction ofpre-preschools for early childhood development in Senegal (inpartnership with KOICA and UNICEF), capacity-building for nationalagencies on disaster risk reduction and resource management, andthe development of rural mini-grid electrification systems inSierra Leone. Through these initiatives, WAMCO contributes toinclusive growth and the advancement of the Sustainable DevelopmentGoals (SDGs) across the region.

Job Specific Context

This position involves managing transactional projects relatedto human resources management, procurement, and grants. Morespecifically, the role includes, but is not limited to, managingthe acquisition of medical equipment and agricultural supplies tosupport national development strategies (SSEQCU and SWEDD+). Theproject manager will be responsible for ensuring operationalexcellence and rigorous procurement monitoring, working closelywith the Ministry of Health.

Role Purpose

The Project Manager (Transactional) is responsible for theeffective delivery and daily oversight of projects which providetransactional services, such as HR services, procurement, grants orservices, to UNOPS partners. The Project Manager serves as thefocal point for coordination with donors, partners andbeneficiaries, ensuring alignment with contractual commitments andUNOPS performance standards. Acting on behalf of the Project Board,the Project Manager ensures that project outputs are deliveredwithin agreed tolerances of time, cost, scope, quality, risk, andbenefits.

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Functions / Key Results Expected

Project Delivery and Performance

• Develop, complete and update the project implementationplan.
• Implement the approved plan (including establishment ofmilestones) within tolerances set by the Project Board.
• Embed sustainability dimensions, including social and genderconsiderations, and environmental and economic aspects, into theproject life span.
• Manage the production of required outputs, takingresponsibility for overall progress and use of resources whileinitiating corrective action where necessary.
• Ensure that quality of work packages and deliverables complywith the quality requirements defined in the implementationplan.
• Liaise with external suppliers or account managers to ensurequality and timely delivery of outputs.
• Manage acceptance and delivery of work packages.
• Monitor project progress, control project variances (if any),and manage changes.
• Identify, anticipate and advise senior management and theproject board on mitigating measures against project risks toensure that benefits to partners and other stakeholders aremaximized.
• Identify and report potential opportunities for UNOPS to thesupervisor.

Procedures

• Comply with the organization's policies and standards, andensure project information is kept updated in project managementsystems.
• Be aware of applicable local laws and regulations, and ensureadherence. This includes international regulations and standards,where applicable, as well as technical standards.
• Prepare and adapt all relevant plans for approval by theproject board, and manage baselines
• Manage the reporting obligations defined in the implementationplan and legal agreements.
• Maintain project documentation in an orderly manner foraccessibility and audit support when needed.
• Understand and apply the UNOPS financial rules and regulations.Be accountable for the use of delegation of authority (whereapplicable) and ensure compliance with relevant policies andstandards of ethics.
• Provide a formal handover of the project to the closure managerwhen applicable.
• Support project audit activities, including planning,preparation and coordination during audits and follow-up on auditobservations/ recommendations.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Include a results framework and M&E plan in the projectimplementation plan with clearly defined indicators and agreedtargets, ensure regular monitoring and tracking of projectresults.
• Prepare and issue regular project and financial reports inaccordance with partner and UNOPS requirements for reporting.
• Regularly review project status and evaluate performancecriteria (scope, cost, schedule, and quality)
• Maintain diaries and progress reports as required by UNOPSstandard operating procedures.
• Provide routine oversight and analysis of delivery data withinthe dashboard system.
• Ensure all project team members track and regularly updatemilestones and targets for the duration of the project lifespan.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop stakeholder engagement strategies and plans. Activelyengage stakeholders, take feedback, and adjust as necessary.
• Establish solid working relationships with the project board(executive, senior users and senior suppliers); clients; and keystakeholders.
• Enable formulation of project communication plans and monitoreffectiveness of project communications.
• Coordinate stakeholder engagement and communication, ensuringeffective timing and interdependency management of communications.Ensure stakeholders are aware of project activities, progress, andexceptions, and are in a position to accept handover outputs.

Quality Assurance

• Work with internal stakeholders to ensure projects comply withaudit requirements.
• Work with procurement/ purchasing personnel to ensure effectiveinterface with suppliers' quality systems.
• Coordinate quality reviews of project documents anddeliverables.
• Provide quality control for management outputs (e.g. projectdocuments, reports, etc).

Knowledge Management and Innovation

• Create a learning environment for the project team, encourageknowledge sharing and training to contribute to longer-termcapacity building.
• Actively interact with other project managers and the widerproject management (PM) community, share case studies, lessonslearned and best practices.
• Stay abreast with latest updates and good practices of theprofession, participate in training and learning activities forself to advance proficiency and competency.
• Ensure lessons learned are shared in a timely and appropriatemanner.
• Provide feedback to corporate practice groups on policy andsystems, when needed.
• Provide feedback to functional groups on policies and relatedguidance to support the continuous improvement of UNOPS policyframework.

Personnel Management

• Organise and structure the project team, ensure clearly definedroles and responsibilities. Provide regular guidance and direction,as needed, and support the team in effectively performing theirtasks.
• Lead and motivate the project management team, and manageperformance.
• Ensure performance reviews are conducted fairly, accurately,and on time.
• Select, recruit, and train project teams as required, takinggender parity and diversity objectives into account.
• Ensure safety and security for all project personnel incompliance with the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS)standards.

Skills

Project Coordination, Project Implementation, Project Planning,Quality Assurance, Reporting, Risk Management, StakeholderManagement

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively todifferences and encourages others to do the same. Upholdsorganisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards oftrustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit.Collaborates and supports the development of others. For peoplemanagers only: Acts as positive leadership role model,motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizingappropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on allpartners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds andmaintains strong external relationships and is a competent partnerfor others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for selfand/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total taskaccomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Seesopportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understandsthat responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on ourbeneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment.Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances orrequirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior.Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursuescontinuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmaticdecisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculatedrisks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needsof others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge.Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinionand finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with 4years of relevant experience OR
• Master's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline with 2 yearsof relevant experience is required.

Desired:

• A globally recognized professional certificate (e.g. PRINCE2,PMI, etc) or membership in Project Management is desired.

Experience Requirements

Required:

• Relevant experience is work in project management specific toHR processes or services, financial management, grants management,procurement or related areas.
• Experience in project coordination and operations management isrequired.
• Knowledge of relevant quality standards, and assurancemethodologies is required.

Desired:

• Experience of working in multicultural environments or UNsystem organizations in a developing country is desired.
• Experience in development or humanitarian contexts isdesired.

Language Requirements

Language: French

• Proficiency Level: Fluent
• Requirement: Required

Additional Information

• UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
• UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process requestcandidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnightCopenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.Applications received after the closing date will not beconsidered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited toproceed to the next stage of the selection process, which mayinclude various assessments.
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employmentopportunity. Our workforce consists of a wide range ofnationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities,sexual orientations, and abilities. We strive to sustain andstrengthen this diversity, fostering an inclusive workingenvironment where all personnel are treated with respect and haveequal access to opportunities.
• UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills,qualifications and experience outlined in the vacancy announcement.We are committed to a fair and transparent selection process andwelcome diverse perspectives, including those of women, indigenousand racialized communities, individuals of diverse genderidentities and sexual orientations, and persons withdisabilities.
• We are committed to enabling all candidates to perform at theirbest during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted andrequire support or reasonable accommodation to complete anyassessment, please inform our human resources team upon receivingyour invitation.
• UNOPS has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse(SEA), sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct,including discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment. Touphold these standards, background checks are conducted for allfinal candidates to help ensure that individuals with a history ofsuch conduct are not hired. By applying for a position with UNOPS,candidates acknowledge and consent to these verificationprocesses.

Terms and Conditions

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint acandidate at a lower level than the advertised level of thepost.
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatorycourses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time,before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatorycourses may be required during your contract. Please note that youwill not receive any compensation for taking courses andrefreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
• For more details about the contract types, please clickhere.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their dutiesin accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies andInstructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks.In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of theSustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UNcore values and the UN Common Agenda.
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on allpotential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on theresults of such checks.