Project Director – Social Impact & Partnerships
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Exec. / Management, Business Administration
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
About the Role :We are looking for a highly committed professional to help co build two new social impact projects in Phnom Penh from the ground up. The ideal candidate is fluent in both Khmer and English and deeply understands the Cambodian culture, regardless of nationality “
- The Helping Table – a dignified meal and hygiene service for people in need (not a shelter, not religious, not political
- Clean & Green Cambodia : a long-term environmental and waste‑management initiative starting in Arey Khsat and surrounding areas.
This is a hands‑on leadership role, working directly with the founder/director of Little Hearts Organisation (website ) to design, develop, and implement these projects. It is not a 9‑to‑5 office job for someone whose first priority is salary; it is for a person whose first priority is meaningful action and long‑term impact.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead project development from idea to implementation (planning, structure, timelines, budgets).
- Build and maintain partnerships with:
- Local authorities and government offices (commune, district, province, relevant ministries).
- Companies and CSR departments (for funding and in‑kind support).
- Local NGOs, schools, pagodas, and community leaders.
- Represent the projects in meetings, presentations, and events; be a confident, natural communicator.
- Drive fundraising efforts (CSR, donors, campaigns, events).
- Coordinate a small core team (including several motivated young adults from Little Hearts) and lead by example.
- Oversee key documents and procedures: MOUs, licenses, permits, basic reporting to partners and authorities.
- Ensure the projects stay practical, transparent, and focused on real impact, not just “nice stories”.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- Khmer - Fluent
- English - Fluent
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- At least 5–7 years of relevant experience, for example in: CSR / corporate communications / marketing / public affairs NGO work / social enterprise / community projects Government / donor relations
- Proven experience working with local authorities or government offices (not afraid to have serious, respectful conversations and negotiate).
- Strong skills in communication and persuasion – can explain ideas clearly and naturally (not fake, not “salesy”), in both Khmer and English.
- Real commitment to social impact:
- Deep concern for the environment, cleanliness, and public health.
- Genuine care for people living in poverty and a desire to improve their situation with dignity.
- Confident using basic office tools: email, Word, Excel, presentations, online communication.
- Experience with MOUs, licenses, permits or similar formal documents.
- Able to lead a team, delegate tasks, and keep people accountable while staying kind and respectful.
- Willing to work on a long‑term vision, not just a short project.
Soft Skills
- Fluent in Khmer and English (spoken and written)
- Strong but humble personality; not easily intimidated.
- Natural leader: leads through action, not only words.
- Comfortable spending time both in meetings (offices, boardrooms) and on the ground (streets, communities).
- Honest, reliable, and not afraid to speak clearly when something is wrong.
- Able to handle pressure and complexity without losing compassion.
- Passionate about their work and willing to “go all the way” for a meaningful result, not just follow minimum rules.
