Technical Director Asia Pacific M/F

Insuco, a consulting firm specialized in applied social sciences and sustainability, is recruiting a Technical Director (F/M) on a permanent contract for its office based in Phnom-Penh (Cambodia).

MISSION

The Technical Director implements the office's commercial strategy and technical roadmap, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with Insuco's quality standards across projects.

ROLE AND ACTIVITIES

Organisational management:

• Define and lead the execution of the technical roadmap, in alignment with the business development goals and in conjunction with the Regional Director.
• Manage the staff of the Technical Department as the key referent for technical issues.
• Set up monitoring and management tools and ensure the correct use and appropriation of ERP and any digital solutions applied to project management.

 

Business development and institutional relations

• Actively participate in the development of the commercial strategy of the regional office in collaboration with the Regional Director.
• Organise and implement business intelligence activities, identify new clients/projects and maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Prepare responses to calls for tenders and expressions of interest.
• Represent Insuco at events, meetings or commercial prospecting spaces.

 

Project planning and management:

• Oversee the execution of ongoing studies and projects, ensuring the technical quality of activities and results before, during and after the projects.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders (consultants, clients, internal support teams).
• Maintain an updated database of current consultants and partners and ensure a constant search for new consultants and partners.
• Carry out field missions when necessary.

 

R&D / Capitalisation of tools and knowledge:

• Implement an internal process for capturing, sharing and including lessons learned and key factors across projects.
• Develop, adapt and update methodologies and/or technical tools in coordination with regional and continental teams.
• Ensure best practices in technical documentation (references and drive), guidelines, templates.
• Monitor and participate in the Group's internal projects.

LOCATION

Position based in Phnom-Penh.

REQUIRED PROFILE

Education

• Master's degree in social sciences, economics, agronomy, environment or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of successful field and project management experience in a challenging environment.
• Knowledge of international issues and standards related to Social Impact Assessments and Resettlement Action Plans is an asset.
• Significant experience working in a multicultural environment.

Skills

• Excellent writing skills (drafting, analysis, and review of proposals, technical and strategic documents) are required.
• Master project management.
• Excellent proficiency in English, both oral and written, is essential.

Abilities

• Leadership and promotion of teamwork, adaptability, client focus, rigour, ability to solve problems.

CONDITIONS

• Permanent contract.
• Health insurance.
• Communication package.
• Salary based on profile and experience.
• Annual return ticket to country of origin (employee, spouse & children).

To apply, please send us your application (CV + cover letter). Incomplete or non-targeted applications will not be processed.

ABOUT INSUCO

Insuco is an independent international consulting firm specialised in applied social sciences and sustainability. With a presence in Africa, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East, we work to build links between stakeholders in a given region to promote inclusive, sustainable and socially responsible projects.

Since 2011, we have been supporting the public, private and civil society sectors in identifying, managing and monitoring the social issues related to their projects, while ensuring their compliance with international social standards.

Our areas of expertise:

• Socio-economic surveys
• Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA)
• Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs)
• Technical assistance, monitoring and evaluation, compliance audits

We operate in 10 key sectors (mining, energy, infrastructure, agribusiness, natural resources, etc.) and have carried out projects in nearly 100 countries.

Our strength lies in our interdisciplinary approach, drawing on expertise in anthropology, sociology, economics, agronomy, geography, and many other disciplines in the humanities.

To learn more about our group, our activities, and our teams, visit our website: www.insuco.com