SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. We are driven by a vision of a better world: A world where across every society all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably.

To make this vision a reality, we need transformations in vital agri-food, energy, and water systems. SNV contributes by strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships in these sectors. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

Building on 60 years of experience we support our partners with our technical and process expertise and methodological rigor. We do this in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia with a team of approximately 1,600 colleagues. By being adaptable and tailoring our approaches to these different contexts, we can contribute to impact at scale, resulting in more equitable lives for all.

SNV has been working in Lao PDR since 1993. In Lao PDR, SNV implements programs in agri-food, energy, and water sectors, with a strong focus on inclusive, sustainable development. SNV Laos in partnership with the World Food Program is implementing a nutrition sensitive agriculture project under component 4 of the Sustainable Rural Infrastructure and Watershed Management Sector Project (SRIWMSP) and a sister project under the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP). The aim of the project is to improve household nutrition through the production of nutrient-dense crops at the household level. The project focuses on ensuring year-round availability of four food groups: carbohydrates, vegetables, fruits and legumes for household consumption. The project builds the capacity of District Agriculture staff to use participatory approaches to take stock of the gaps and needs of the community as well as strengthens the technical capacity of extension services to provide need based trainings using agroecological practices.   This short-term assignment supports the implementation of these two sister projects.

1. Objective of the Assignment

The Project Manager will be responsible for the effective coordination, implementation, and reporting of the nutrition-sensitive agriculture project. The role includes technical oversight, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring timely delivery of project outputs in line with SNV’s quality standards and donor requirements.

2. Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Implementation

• Lead day-to-day management of the project, ensuring timely and quality delivery of activities.
• Coordinate with technical advisors on agriculture, nutrition, and MEL to ensure integration of nutrition-sensitive approaches.
• Monitor progress against work plans and budgets, and adjust implementation strategies as needed.
• Provide leadership and technical support to a team of 10 members.

Technical Oversight

• Ensure the application of climate-smart and nutrition-sensitive agricultural practices.
• Support capacity building of local partners and stakeholders on nutrition-sensitive agriculture.
• Promote gender equality and social inclusion in all project activities.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

• Ensure data collection and reporting align with SNV’s MEL framework.
• Facilitate learning and reflection sessions with project teams and partners.
• Document lessons learned and contribute to internal and external knowledge sharing.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain strong relationships with local authorities, community-based organizations, and development partners.
• Represent SNV in relevant coordination meetings and forums.

Reporting

• Prepare high-quality progress reports, success stories, and technical briefs for internal and donor use.
• Ensure compliance with donor and SNV reporting requirements.

3. Deliverables

• Updated work plan and implementation schedule for the project period.
• Monthly progress report.
• Final technical report summarizing achievements, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations.
• Quarterly donor report

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in agriculture, nutrition, rural development, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing agriculture or food security projects, preferably in Lao PDR
• Proven experience in nutrition-sensitive agriculture, climate-smart practices, and gender-inclusive programming.
• Strong project management, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English
• Experience with donor-funded project implementation and reporting standards in English language.
• Knowledge of Lao PDR is an asset.

Assignment Location

This position is based in the SNV Vientiane office, with frequent travel to target districts and communities.

Reporting Line

The Project Manager will report to the Country Director, SNV Lao PDR, and work closely with the technical advisors.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their Cover letter & CV to the SmartRecruiter and before 13 July 2025.