Technical Director Djibouti Full Time

ABOUT INSUCO

Insuco is an independent international consulting firm specialising in social sciences and sustainability. Our objective: linking the stakeholders of the same territory to build sustainability.

We operate in various sectors such as mining, energy, infrastructure, agro-industry, institutional support, training, etc.; and in more than 80 countries in Africa, Asia and America.

For more information about our Group, our activities and our teams, visit our website: https://www.insuco.com/

LOCATION

The position is based in Djibouti with travel possibilities within and outside the country.

MISSION

The Technical Director reports to the Country Director of Insuco Djibouti and coordinates the team under their supervision, including project managers and cartographers.

ROLE AND ACTIVITIES

1.           Technical Department Supervision:

•                          Define the activities of the Technical Department in consultation with the Country Director;

•                          Manage the Department’s staff:

·                 Allocate and monitor activities among department personnel.

·                 Manage department personnel (goal achievement, time off, etc.).

·                 Ensure information flow within the department.

•                          Implement tracking and management tools.

2.           Project Coordination and management:

•                          Select responses to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or Expression of Interest in collaboration with other members of the Technical Department.

•                          Prepare responses to calls for tenders and calls for expressions of interest.

•                          Supervise and execute ongoing projects.

·                 Facilitate information transfer from Insuco to consultants, from Insuco to clients and internally among different departments.

•                          When necessary, conduct field supervision missions to ensure proper project implementation.

3.           Contribution to Business Development:

·                 Conduct market research.

·                 Seek new clients/projects and maintain relationships with current/past clients.

4.           Scientific Support and Quality Control:

·                 Monitor and ensure adherence to Insuco quality standards in project execution and deliverables.

·                 Review consultant deliverables to ensure compliance with client requirements.

·                 Contribute to the improvement of project tracking and reporting tools.

5.           Research and Development / Knowledge Capitalisation:

·                 Centralise existing data and reports.

·                 Monitor and participate in the Group’s internal projects.

6.           Overall Responsibilities:

·                 Under the guidance of the Country Director, contribute to the company’s strategy development to enhance and improve Insuco’s activities.

·                 Support various support and scientific departments to enhance scientific output and maintain Insuco’s quality standards.

·                 Provide regular project updates to the Country Director and, upon request, more detailed reports to the Asia General Director or even the Chief Executive Officer.

REQUIRED PROFILE

Training 

·        Minimum master’s degree in social sciences, economics, agronomy, environmental studies, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of successful field experience and project management.
• Experience working efficiently and effectively in urgent and challenging situations.
• Expertise working as part of a team and in a multicultural environment.
• Knowledge of international standards related to Social Impact Assessments, Resettlement Action Plans is an advantage.
• Experience in Southern countries and in consulting firms are advantages.

Skills

• Excellent writing skills (drafting, analysis, and review of proposals, technical and strategic documents) are required.
• Excellent proficiency in English, both oral and written, is essential.
• Proficiency in office and general computer tools is essential.

Capabilities

• Strong interest in human development issues and a desire to gain or strengthen international experience.
• Willingness to engage in stimulating projects within a multicultural and dynamic consulting firm
• Self-motivated, flexible, with a strong work ethic, and able to respond effectively to complex and evolving situations.
• Excellent organisational skills and a high level of rigour, as well as a passion for teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and engage in partnerships, and participate in meaningful collaborations.

CONDITIONS

• Position based in Djibouti with the possibility to travel in and outside the country;
• Open contract;
• Health insurance ;
• Communication package;
• Expatriate package if applicable.