PIU Project Coordinator

About the role

The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation (MoTCA) of the Federal Government of Somalia is recruiting an individual PIU Project Coordinator for the Stairs2Jobs Project, Phase 1 of the Somalia Infrastructure Development for Access and Jobs programme, which is financed by the World Bank. The coordinator acts as the focal point for planning, implementing and monitoring all project activities at ministry level. The post is based in Mogadishu and reports to the Director General of MoTCA, with overall guidance from the World Bank Task Team Leaders.

What you will do

• Coordinate and lead the planning, implementation and monitoring of all Stairs2Jobs activities at MoTCA level.
• Oversee cross-sectoral project activities and keep them in line with approved objectives, timelines and budgets.
• Facilitate coordination and communication among key stakeholders to support smooth project delivery.

What you need

• A master's degree from a recognised university in transport or aviation management, engineering, infrastructure management, public administration, business administration, accounting, economics, or another discipline directly relevant to infrastructure project implementation, institutional coordination or public-sector programme management.
• At least ten years of progressively responsible professional experience in project management, infrastructure implementation, transport, aviation or public administration.
• At least four years of that experience in transportation, aviation or infrastructure development roles, preferably in an FCV context or on donor-funded projects.
• Demonstrated experience working with government ministries, departments and agencies, development partners or multilateral institutions.
• Preference will be given for certification in Transport Operations or Planning, Infrastructure Project Management, Consulting Engineering (FIDIC), Air Traffic Control, Aeronautical Information Management/Services, Communication, Navigation and Surveillance, Airport Management or another relevant technical certification from a recognised institution.

Experience

Selection is based on the candidate's qualifications, experience and skills, followed by an interview. Candidates should show a record of progressively responsible work covering the areas named in the notice, including time spent on transport, aviation or infrastructure development.

How to apply

Submit a curriculum vitae listing three referees, copies of academic qualification certificates, a copy of a passport or ID and a cover letter stating your qualification for the services. Send these by hand, mail, courier or email so they arrive on or before Saturday, 21 November 2026 at 16:00 hours. The detailed Terms of Reference can be obtained in person during office hours from 9:00 a.m.