Project Manager

About Pijar Foundation

Pijar is an impact-driven organization focused on designing and implementing programs at the intersection of public policy and development. We work closely with government institutions, international funders, foundations, and implementing partners to translate ideas, commitments, and policies into well-coordinated, sustainable programs. Through a collaborative, data-informed, and execution-focused approach, Pijar is committed to delivering measurable and meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Delivery

• Translate approved proposals and donor agreements into clear project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Ensure implementation aligns with donor objectives and relevant government policies
• Manage interdependencies across workstreams to maintain delivery momentum

2. Progress Tracking, Reporting & Compliance

• Track progress against indicators, milestones, and budgets using structured tools and dashboards
• Support preparation of narrative and technical reports for donors and government counterparts
• Identify and address deviations from approved plans in line with donor and government requirements

3. Debottlenecking & Risk Management

• Proactively identify delivery risks, coordination gaps, and implementation bottlenecks
• Work with internal teams, partners, and government units to resolve issues and unblock delays
• Maintain risk and issue logs, escalating critical matters with clear mitigation recommendations

4. Partner & Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as a key coordination point for funders, government agencies, partners, consultants, and vendors
• Facilitate coordination meetings and technical discussions with clear agendas and follow-ups
• Support orchestration efforts by consolidating inputs and tracking action items

5. Internal Coordination & Knowledge Management

• Coordinate with finance, operations, procurement, M&E, and communications teams to ensure compliant delivery
• Ensure proper documentation for audit readiness
• Contribute to lessons learned and internal knowledge products to strengthen future programs

• Minimum 4 years of experience in project or program management, preferably within donor-funded, international development, consulting, or philanthropic contexts
• Demonstrated experience working with international funders, bilateral or multilateral partners, foundations, or global NGOs
• Master’s degree preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong problem-solving and follow-through capabilities
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments

• Opportunity to work on meaningful social causes across education, environment, health, and community empowerment, where every project matters and every effort has a purpose.
• Make a real and visible contribution to positive social change, with outcomes you can actually see, measure, and be proud of.
• Be part of a supportive, open, and psychologically safe work culture that values honesty, collaboration, and mutual respect.
• Work alongside a cross-disciplinary team of passionate professionals who are committed to continuous learning and growing together.
• Join a gender-equal, diversity-friendly workplace that respects different voices, backgrounds, and perspectives.
• Gain access to conferences, webinars, trainings, and advocacy events that expand your knowledge, network, and influence in the social impact ecosystem.
• Enjoy the possibility of hybrid or remote working arrangements for certain roles, enabling flexibility without compromising impact.
• Experience flexible working hours designed around project realities and field needs, not rigid office routines.
• Build strong connections with local and international partners, broadening your professional exposure beyond borders.
• Collaborate directly with multinational organizations, donors, institutions, and grassroots communities, bridging strategy with real-world action.
• Be part of an organization with a proven track record, credible partnerships, and long-term commitment to creating sustainable social impact.