About the opportunity
The Project Management and Infrastructure Manager is a key member of the UNOPS Programme/PMO team in Tunis, providing strategic guidance and technical oversight across all infrastructure projects. The role ensures consistency, quality, and efficiency in project delivery by supporting project managers throughout the full project lifecycle, from planning and scheduling to the validation of technical documentation and the implementation of Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) frameworks. Reporting to the Head of Programme, the manager acts as a focal point for technical coordination, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the infrastructure portfolio.
Salary and benefits
- Salary and compensation as per the LICA 10 contract level.
Who can apply?
- Master's degree in Engineering or a related field. A Bachelor's degree with an additional 2 years of relevant work experience may be accepted.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in civil engineering or construction management.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management.
- Fluent proficiency in both French and English.
- Desired: Experience in post-conflict/fragile environments, providing advice and oversight, and experience within the UN system or a developing country.
When to apply
- Applications must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on September 1, 2026.
How to apply
- Apply through the official UNOPS careers marketplace via the provided application link.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates with a Master's in Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in civil engineering or construction management.
- Professionals with at least 3 years of project management experience.
- Bilingual candidates fluent in both French and English.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is based on-site in Tunis, Tunisia, requiring the candidate to be comfortable with the relocation.
- The position may involve working in post-conflict or fragile environments, which requires a specific mindset and resilience.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a strategic role for a professional looking to lead infrastructure projects from strategy to execution. It offers the chance to oversee the full project lifecycle and implement HSSE frameworks, making it suitable for someone aiming to move into high-level technical coordination and oversight within the UN system.
Our take
Highly recommended for experienced civil engineers with project management expertise who are fluent in both French and English.
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