Team Leader – Cambodia Climate Resilience Programme

Company Description

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. We are driven by a vision of a better world: A world where across every society all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably. To make this vision a reality, we need transformations in vital agri-food, energy, and water systems. SNV contributes by strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships in these sectors. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

Building on 60 years of experience we support our partners with our technical and process expertise and methodological rigour. We do this in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia with a team of approximately 1,600 colleagues. By being adaptable and tailoring our approaches to these different contexts, we can contribute to impact at scale, resulting in more equitable lives for all.

To delve deeper into SNV's initiatives, explore our website at snv.org.

Since 2005, SNV has supported the growth and development of Cambodia through market-based approaches in the water, energy, and agri-food systems. From our national office in Phnom Penh, we implement tailor-made, sustainable interventions that emphasize the importance of climate change resilience and mitigation to achieve sustainable change

Job Description

SNV is seeking for a Team Leader – Cambodia Climate Resilience Programme 
Pending donor approval 

Full-time -  Phnom Penh, Cambodia

SNV is seeking an experienced Team Leader to lead an upcoming 48-month Australian funded programme Cambodia Climate Resilience Programme (contingent to funding from DFAT). The design of the programme is still ongoing by the donor, and the specific activities will be prepared in close collaboration with consortium partners during further stage of the procurement process.

Responsibilities 

• Project set-up and design: Establish project structure and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational guidelines, accounting principles, and donor requirements. 

• Project Management: Lead and manage the project team in Cambodia, assign deliverables, monitor progress, address deviations, and facilitate project closure and evaluation. 

• Technical quality assurance: Ensure the quality of project deliverables and provide technical input to meet the required standards. 

• Contract Management & Project Accounting: Ensure compliance with administrative, finance, and HR components of the project. Manage project budget, obtain approvals for contract/budget deviations, and mitigate financial risks. 

• People Management & Team Leadership: Guide, develop, and motivate team members.  

• Analysis & Reporting: Collect, consolidate, and review project information following monitoring and evaluation guidelines.  

• Knowledge Development: Contribute to internal and external knowledge sharing by documenting project insights, attending workshops/conferences, and applying lessons learned. 

• Results & KPIs: Ensure structured project management, timely implementation, quality deliverables, compliance with contracts and budget, appropriate staffing, risk mitigation, and insightful reporting.
   
• Lead and manage impactful water projects in Cambodia (sector leader role): Shape policy, forge strategic partnerships and drive water management and conservation, while being a core member of the Country Management Team and reporting to the Country Director and the Global Water Sector Head. 
   
• Expanding business opportunities for SNV to expand results and impacts of the programme: This could include exploring partnerships to find additional commercial opportunities for SNV to expand the water and climate resilience portfolio in Cambodia and ensuring sustainability of program results and learnings.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate who meets the following qualifications:

• At least a master’s degree in a field of hydrology, politics, biology, agronomy, environmental, social sciences and/or in a field related to water resources management, disaster risks, and climate change adaptation. 
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in the field of  climate resilience & WASH, with demonstrated experience on programs building local government and water agencies capacities.
• Previous experience coordinating programs aiming to strengthen local adaptation practices and community-based resilience to climate change.
• Previous experience coordinating consortium programs with a fund management component. (e.g. small grants to CSO/NGOs).
• Previous experience strengthening capacities of local water operators in the Indo-Pacific region, preferably in Cambodia.
• Large experience managing Mult stakeholders’ consortiums of contracts, multidisciplinary and multicultural teams of professionals. 
• Managing high level budget above AUD 5M/year
• Experience working in the Indo-Pacific region is important. Specific experience working in Climate Change resilience and water programmes in Cambodia is desirable. 
• Fluent in English.

To be successful in this role, you also bring: 

• Passion for Impact and Strategic Vision: Driven by a desire to create positive change, you're committed to leaving a lasting impact in Vietnam's energy sector. Your strategic vision enables you to craft innovative solutions that drive progress and sustainability. 
• Collaborative Spirit and Leadership Excellence: Thriving in cross-functional environments, you inspire others to reach their full potential and drive impactful results through effective leadership and collaboration. 
• Conceptual Thinking: You excel in analysing complex situations and crafting effective solutions with insight and clarity. 
• Results-Driven Mindset: Prioritizing tangible outcomes and high-quality standards, you foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. 
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Embracing innovation, you identify opportunities for growth and development, driving forward-thinking initiatives within the organization. 
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Display adaptability and flexibility in developing and implementing new approaches to effectively navigate the dynamic landscape of the country context. 

Additional Information

Working at SNV 
We are a global organization representing 57 cultures across 22 countries, with approximately 95% of our team members holding the nationality of the countries where we operate. We actively promote international career development and offer a diverse workforce that combines longstanding institutional knowledge with fresh perspectives and experiences. United under the vision of "ONE SNV," we share a commitment to achieving our purpose with curiosity and collaboration.

Our commitment to impactful and sustainable change is built on effective resource stewardship, robust expertise, and a culture of evidence and learning. By strengthening capacities, fostering partnerships, and building trust with those we work alongside, we maximize positive and lasting impacts in the communities we serve.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a stimulating work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling international working environment.  

Additionally we offer:

• Contract Type: Full time 
• Contract Duration: 2 years initial, renewable up to the duration of the programme
• Expected Start Date: The start date for this position is dependent on funding availability. While we anticipate a start date is September 2025, please note that the actual start date may be subject to change. 
• Information Duty Station: Phnom Penh ,Cambodia 
• Travel: travel within Cambodia with some travel to the target provinces, and occasional travel to Mekong Indo-Pacific Region.
   

How to apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and a letter of motivation (in English) before/on the 13th of February 2025. Please submit your application only via  Smart Recruiters. All information will be processed in the strictest confidence. 

Reference & vetting check 
At SNV, we conduct thorough background and reference checks for all candidates applying for internationally determined positions, with a strong focus on safeguarding. You will be asked to provide contact details for two individuals who can serve as references. Please note, we will only contact your referees with your explicit permission. 

As a participant in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, our reference checks also include a request to your previous employers to complete a "Statement of Conduct" questionnaire. This questionnaire addresses any instances of misconduct, including sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment, in line with the Scheme's definitions. 

 
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