Project Manager

PROJECT INFORMATION:
Project: NextGen For Non-Tech SMEs. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ Moldova within the DT4SME initiative – Digital Transformation of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in the Eastern Partnership countries.

SPECIFIC PROJECT OBJECTIVES:
To strengthen the competitiveness and digital capabilities of 40 non-tech SMEs from Cantemir, Taraclia and Leova districts. The project responds to the challenges in the south of the Republic of Moldova – low level of digital literacy, limited access to specialists, poor connectivity and lack of training programs, especially for rural and women-led businesses. Combining structured training, practical implementation in three pilot companies and the development of a reusable curriculum, the project offers a sustainable and inclusive model for SME modernization.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-    Plans and organizes project activities;
-    Monitors compliance with all procedures provided for in the financing contract and in the implementation of the project;
-    Coordinates the selection process of experts, trainers and suppliers and participates in the development of terms of reference;
-    Plans and supervises the organization of workshops, trainings and visits in the territory;
-    Coordinates the development process of project materials;
-    Supervises the implementation of digital solutions for pilot companies: technical assessment, terms of reference, supplier monitoring;
-    Verifies the technical deliverables and the quality of work of contracted experts/companies;
-    Contributes to the project communication plans and approves public materials;
-    Maintains constant relations with local and regional partners;
-    Ensures complete and correct archiving of project documents (technical and financial);
-    Develop and update the work plan, budget and calendar;
-    Collaborate with the project team on implementation;
-    Monitor progress and ensure correct implementation of activities;
-    Manage project resources and approve expenses within established limits;
-    Maintain communication with partners, beneficiaries and funders;
-    Prepare periodic reports on the project status;
-    Identify risks and propose solutions to prevent or mitigate them;
-    Represent the organization in project activities;

STUDIES, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
-    Complete higher education in management, business and administration or related fields;
-    Minimum 2 years of experience in project coordination;
-    Excellent knowledge of Romanian, Russian and English;
-    Knowledge of computers (MS Office, Outlook, Internet), office equipment (copier/scanner/fax);
-    Devotion to the organization and its values;
-    Responsibility, integrity, teamwork, flexibility and punctuality;

WORKPLACE:
The Project Manager will perform his/her duties in the municipality of Cahul, Republic of Moldova.

WORK SCHEDULE:
Full-time, 5 days a week, 8 hours/day, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and motivation letter, in Romanian, by December 07, 2025, 23:59 to the e-mail addresses: nmocanu@inotek.md and rnegru@inotek.md

Extended application deadline: until December 11, 2025, 17:00.

The subject of the e-mail will include the information: Name/Surname – Project Manager

***Only selected candidates will be contacted.