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Senior Business Development Project Manager Environment Unit - Baastel
🇨🇦CanadaRemote available24 days ago
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Gatineau, Quebec, or remotely from Quebec. Fully Remote
Baastel is a consulting firm providing cutting-edge services in the field of sustainable development. Founded in 1989, Baastel was born out of a desire to address the growing challenges related to the environment, social equity, inclusive economic development, and aid effectiveness. Since then, we have contributed to major global advancements: from multilateral environmental agreements—particularly those on climate and biodiversity—to the promotion of gender equality, inclusive economic development, and effective governance. Our services have also evolved to cover all stages of the life cycle of an international development project, program, or policy: strategic planning, design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
With a presence and offices on four continents, our multilingual team (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese) of some 40 experts works with nearly 200 affiliated external consultants and a broader network of some 2,000 international and national experts from around the world. We also maintain close relationships with several centers of expertise in developing countries, as well as with regional and national experts whom we can call upon for specific interventions in their regions.
From biodiversity conservation in Mozambique to sustainable finance in Sri Lanka and digital inclusion across Africa and Asia, 2025 was a year of work supporting partners worldwide. Across diverse contexts, we help turn complex challenges into actionable, results-driven solutions through project design, evaluation, and technical assistance. In 2025, our teams delivered over 100 projects across six regions, contributing to global priorities including climate action, biodiversity, and inclusive development. The year also marks key milestones, including the evolution of our governance with the appointment of a CEO and a strengthened organizational structure, alongside continued progress on our ESG commitments.
Reporting to the Director of Business Development and Head of the Environment Unit, the Senior Project Manager actively contributes to the growth of the company’s business by identifying business opportunities, responding to requests for proposals, and managing the administrative aspects of various projects for the Environment Unit. The Senior Project Manager seeks to develop business opportunities worldwide and must build trusting relationships with Baastel’s partners and clients.
1. Business Development
Contribute proactively and strategically to Baastel’s growth by researching, identifying, and qualifying relevant opportunities for the environment unit.
Lead the design and coordination of high-quality technical and financial proposals, ensuring their strategic alignment and competitiveness.
Develop new markets in line with Baastel’s strategic priorities.
Initiate, structure, and consolidate strategic partnerships.
Develop, structure, and mobilize networks of experts to support opportunities and projects.
2. Project and People Management
Ensure effective and comprehensive management of projects under their responsibility, from contract signing to project closure.
Maintain and strengthen harmonious and lasting relationships with clients and consultants.
Ensure compliance with contractual commitments and Baastel’s quality standards.
Ensure rigorous budget monitoring of projects and oversee their financial performance.
Anticipate and proactively resolve operational challenges and project-related risks.
3. Information Management and Process Improvement
Optimize the management of project- and consultant-related information, ensuring a high level of data accuracy and reliability.
Ensure the updating and strategic sharing of essential data with internal stakeholders.
Contribute to the improvement of internal processes to optimize the role and enhance organizational efficiency.
Formulate recommendations and propose adjustments aimed at improving practices related to business development and project management.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in management, business, administration, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development and writing business proposals, ideally in the field of international development or a related field.
Preferably, prior work experience in environmental-related topics.
Knowledge and Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English – proficiency in French and/or Spanish is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word formatting is essential; comfort using Teams and OneDrive.
Competencies
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail.
Independence, efficiency, and a sense of initiative.
Coordination and teamwork.
Presence and offices on four continents, our multilingual team (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese) of some 40 experts works with nearly 200 affiliated external consultants and a broader network of some 2,000 international and national experts from around the world
Sustanaible development, climate change adaptation, biodiversity, nature, energy, water, governance, ESG
Independent contract
220 days of work guaranteed during the year
Full remote
Be part of a top-notch team
Gatineau, Quebec, or remotely from Quebec or a time zone between GMT-7 and GMT-3
