Local Project Facilitator - Senegal

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Local Project Facilitator - Senegal for a finance, construction, ict consultancy assignment financed by AFD in Senegal.

Aninver Development Partners SL is currently preparing a competitive proposal for an upcoming development initiative funded by the AFD in Senegal. We are seeking a dedicated Local Project Facilitator to support our team on the ground. This multi-sector assignment spans finance, construction, and ICT, requiring a versatile professional capable of navigating complex stakeholder environments and ensuring smooth project execution across various regional contexts in Senegal.

The successful candidate will act as a primary liaison between international experts, local authorities, and key project beneficiaries. As a Local Project Facilitator, you will play a crucial role in coordinating field activities, facilitating communication, and providing logistical and technical support for initiatives involving financial systems, infrastructure development, and digital technology solutions. Join our dynamic team and contribute to impactful sustainable development in Senegal.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Facilitate effective communication and coordination among all project stakeholders in Senegal.
• Support the successful implementation of finance, construction, and ICT components on the ground.
• Ensure adherence to AFD guidelines and local regulatory frameworks throughout project delivery.
• Provide timely reporting and local context insights to the core management team.

Scope of work

• Coordinate daily field-level activities and stakeholder meetings across the designated sectors.
• Assist in organizing workshops, consultations, and capacity-building sessions with local partners.
• Monitor project progress in finance, construction, and ICT initiatives and flag potential bottlenecks.
• Gather necessary local data and documentation to support reporting and deliverable preparation.
• Liaise with local administration, contractors, and financial institutions as required by the project.

Your role as Local Project Facilitator - Senegal

• Serve as the main point of contact for local operational matters in Senegal.
• Support international consultants with logistical arrangements, translation, and local introductions.
• Draft activity reports, meeting minutes, and progress updates for project management.
• Identify local risks and propose mitigation strategies to the team leader.
• Support the integration of finance, construction, and ICT workstreams at the local level.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Project Management, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, ICT, or a related field.
• Proven professional experience in project facilitation, coordination, or management in Senegal.
• Familiarity with multi-sector initiatives involving finance, construction, and/or ICT domains.
• Strong understanding of AFD or other international donor procedures and working environments.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Full professional proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.
• National of, or based in, the project country

Desirable

• Previous experience working on AFD-funded projects in West Africa.
• Established professional network within the public and private sectors in Senegal.

An experienced local project facilitator with a strong background in managing multi-sector development initiatives in Senegal, fluent in French and English, and familiar with AFD procedures.

Assignment details

• Location: Senegal
• Financed by: AFD
• Sector: Finance, construction, ict
• Estimated duration: 24 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a AFD-financed project in Senegal.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? This position requires a national of, or a professional based in, the project country.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.