Team Leader

Energy efficiency in public infrastructure and supporting institutional capacity The team leader will lead and coordinate the implementation of a technical assistance assignment in Côte d'Ivoire focused on improving energy efficiency in public infrastructure and supporting institutional capacity. The position serves as the primary interface with the client, financing partner and key project stakeholders, ensuring the effective coordination of multidisciplinary teams and the successful delivery of consultancy services. The assignment supports a donor‑funded programme in Côte d'Ivoire aimed at improving energy efficiency and promoting sustainable infrastructure. The programme combines technical assistance, engineering support, procurement, works supervision and project management for energy efficiency interventions in public infrastructure, while strengthening institutional capacity and contributing to the country's climate and sustainable development objectives. What you will do Proven experience in at least three similar assignments as Mission Leader, Senior Coordinator, Senior Project Manager or Team Leader on projects relating to infrastructure, energy, street lighting, public buildings, community facilities or development. Experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Experience in managing projects involving technical, institutional, administrative and financial aspects. Experience in liaising with public authorities, clients, contractors, consultants and technical and financial partners. Experience on projects funded by donors would be a major asset. Good knowledge of project monitoring, reporting and mission governance procedures would also be a significant advantage. Technical skills Strong leadership, coordination and team management skills. Ability to structure a complex mission and steer the work towards the expected results. Strong strategic analysis and problem‑solving skills. Ability to mediate, prioritize and make decisions in a multi‑stakeholder environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to represent the Consultant effectively to stakeholders. Strong ability to monitor deadlines, the quality of deliverables and the overall performance of the project. Ability to integrate technical, administrative, financial, environmental and social considerations into the overall management of the project. Proficiency in standard office software and, preferably, project management tools. Qualifications A university degree (minimum five years of higher education) in engineering, project management, energy, infrastructure, civil engineering, electrical engineering, economics, management, public administration, or any other field deemed equivalent in view of the nature of the assignment. Languages: French, German. Start date: September 2026. Expected duration: 48 months. #J-18808-Ljbffr AFC Consultants International GmbH