PROJECT MANAGER

Reporting to the Portfolio Manager and Operations Manager, the Project Manager holds primary responsibility for the effective administration and successful execution of the Kingston Waterfront Initiative (KiWI) Project.

JOB POSTING

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the following positions:

1)      PROJECT MANAGER

Job Summary: 

This role encompasses oversight of all technical, operational, financial, and administrative components, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations, quality standards, project profiles, and the Project Operations Manual (POM). The Project Manager will also lead the development of implementation strategies, define the scope of sub-projects, assign roles and responsibilities, and make strategic, data-driven decisions informed by feasibility assessments.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Manager will, inter alia:

• Develop and submit the KiWI Project’s quarterly Operations Plan, encompassing the work plan, procurement plan, cash flow projections, and implementation schedule.
• Prepare the Project’s annual budget for integration into JSIF’s overall budget.
• Ensure compliance with the approved work plan and procurement plan, facilitating the timely execution of related activities.
• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of the project and lead the project team in the execution of technical, financial, and administrative tasks.
• Manage overall project coordination, including procurement, financial management, disbursement, technical supervision, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting functions.
• Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with the Project Implementation Unit (PIU), Project Coordination Unit (PCU), the World Bank, and key national and municipal government stakeholders.
• Monitor the execution of inter-institutional arrangements and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), particularly with the UDC and relevant agencies.
• Track and control progress across all components of the project, ensuring alignment with established goals and timelines.
• Report on project performance to the JSIF Managing Director, the PIU, and the World Bank in accordance with the formats and timelines specified in the loan agreement and the Project Operations Manual (POM).
• Prepare and maintain a master implementation plan for all project activities, ensuring coordination with other JSIF departments and periodic updates based on project progress.
• Regularly monitor project expenditures and ensure sound financial management through the implementation of robust internal controls.
• Facilitate and support audits in accordance with standards acceptable to the World Bank and the Government of Jamaica.

Requirements:

• Master’ Degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ professional experience in managing large-scale development projects.
• Demonstrated experience in the administration and supervision of civil works and consulting services contracts, particularly those financed by foreign donors.
• Proven track record working on World Bank-financed projects or other internationally funded initiatives.
• In-depth understanding of the policies, guidelines, and procurement practices of major international development partners, especially the World Bank.
• Strong knowledge of the World Bank’s Standard Bidding Documents, Conditions of Contract, and/or FIDIC contract conditions.
• Comprehensive understanding of development processes within the Jamaican context.
• Experience working and liaising with Government Ministries, Agencies, and Municipal authorities.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative, collegial environment.
• Proven ability to build networks and establish effective partnerships across public, private, and community sectors.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and other Project Management tools