Sustainability Senior Consultant / Manager - Phnom Penh

Long-term contract
Localisation Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Partial remote possible
From 5 to 10 yrs of exp.
Posted on 03-18-2025
Start : April 2024

Sevea Cambodia

Providing strategical & operational support to corporates, organizations and social enterprises in the development of their social impact strategies in emerging markets worldwide.

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SUMMARY

  • Job Title: Sustainability Consultant Senior / Manager
  • Department: Sustainability (Waste Management, Climate Change, ESG)
  • Reporting To: Director
  • Location: Phnom Penh (Cambodia)
  • Contract Type: Local Contract (UDC) | Full-Time
  • Start Date: April / May 2025
  • Gross Salary: 2,000 to 3,000 USD Gross per month

We are eager to exchange with you to see where you could bring value to our team!

BACKGROUND

Our mission is to catalyze change by supporting transitions to sustainability.

Sevea is a team of passionate consultants committed to supporting all stakeholders in the development sector, including development agencies, businesses, NGOs, governments, investors, and SMEs. We have over 12 years of experience in designing innovative programs, conducting sectoral studies, mentoring entrepreneurs, acting as experts in national or international development projects, and advising the private sector in its transformation. Our expertise spans various sectors, including agriculture, water, energy, environment, climate change and sustainability, business mentoring, change management, access to finance, and green finance.

Our team consists of entrepreneurs, experts, consultants, managers, project coordinators, and administrative, financial, and operational staff. We have a diverse team with an equal gender balance and equal representation of Cambodians and internationals.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Senior Consultant, you will lead project execution and supervise a team of local consultants, focusing on project management and quality control. You will also drive business development to generate new project opportunities. Your responsibilities include contributing to studies, conducting cost-benefit analyses, producing sector reports, leading field surveys, organizing training, and ensuring quality reporting to senior management, while actively supporting project implementation.

Project Management (60%)

  • Lead projects, ensuring high-quality delivery and client support.
  • Supervise the project team and Sevea consultants, ensuring their development, mentoring, and training.
  • Manage relationships with clients and other external stakeholders throughout the project.
  • Ensure that project key performance indicators (client satisfaction, timeline, costs, billing, and profitability) are met.

Business Development (25%)

  • Manage and supervise commercial proposals.
  • Manage client relationships to understand their needs, identify opportunities for value creation, and promote Sevea’s expertise.
  • Proactively seek new business opportunities through ongoing client relationships and professional networking.
  • Meet internal performance indicators for business development and revenue generation.

Internal Development (15%)

  • With the help of our recruitment team, anticipate recruitment of collaborators for each assignment (interns, full- or part-time employees, short-term consultants), onboarding, personnel management, succession planning, etc.
  • Lead or participate in internal working groups focused on areas such as sectoral committees, business development, knowledge management, digital transformation, HR, and marketing.
  • Assume other internal responsibilities as needed.
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ABOUT YOU

(You should apply even if you tick most but not all of the following:)

  • I have expertise in sustainability, climate change, ESG, waste management, or any related topic.
  • A demonstrated experience working at a senior or managerial level in the consulting industry (ideally, you have at least 5 years working experience)
  • Experience managing and developing a team, ideally in the consulting industry
  • Capabilities and network to drive business development and originate contracts, especially for large donors and developing agencies context
  • You have a strong interest in climate change, sustainable development, and socio-economic development challenges and solutions in emerging markets. Knowledge of the Cambodian context is an asset.
  • You deeply care for the success of your team and want to help them grow professionally.
  • Ability to conduct market studies and perform both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, critical thinking, comparative analysis and synthesis, intellectual rigor, organizational skills (ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines), curiosity, open-mindedness, empathy, teamwork, and leadership.