About the role
The Urban Infrastructure & Tourism department at IPE Global Ltd. is looking for a candidate with skills to manage projects, client management and support in business development. Experience/skill sets in sustainable development, urban planning, sustainable tourism in the corporate sector or international organisations preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Support in management of projects for key stakeholders like Government, multilaterals/bilateral, Foundations and International development agencies.
Play a pivotal role in project conceptualization, case study identification, component selection, and financial structuring.
Support in making technically sound presentations to client, prepare comprehensive project reports with insightful analysis and timely delivery.
Team player ensuring timely completion of deliverables, coordination & quality assurance.
Manage internal and external stakeholders through effective communication, ensuring compliance, and oversee budgeting and financial management of the project.
Support in overall business development from identification of relevant opportunities to proposal writing to forging strategic partnerships for technical proposals to contract signing.
Provide valuable insights and support beyond defined project boundaries, leveraging expertise to navigate challenges and maximize project success.
Requirements:
Bachelor of Planning/Architecture with Master of Planning with 0-3 years of relevant experience.
Desired Sectoral Experience: Tourism, Coastal Environment, Infrastructure.
Desired Skills: Research, Writing, Critical Thinking
Work experience in areas related to sustainable development/urban planning preferably in corporate or international organisations.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook). Proficiency in the following softwares preferred: Adobe Photoshop; ESRI ArcGIS; AutoCAD; SketchUp.
Highly organized and detail-oriented thinker who can juggle multiple, competing priorities.
Experience in Client Liasoning and Coordination.
Team player and ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines. Problem solving attitude. Experience of managing teams.
Willing to travel to project locations for extended periods of time.
