Project Manager MRV

Job title: Project Manager MRV 

Department: Operations 

Reports to: Country Manager 

Location: Côte d’Ivoire, Abidjan 

Contract: Permanent, local and full-time  

Starting date: September 2026 

PUR Description 

PUR is a global, impact-focused B-Corp specializing in the development of environmental restoration projects, known as 'nature-based solutions' (NbS). Since 2008, we have been helping the world’s largest organizations meet their ESG targets, reduce their environmental footprint, and regenerate the ecosystems they depend on across complex supply chains. Having developed over 45 projects in more than 30 countries, PUR is recognized as both a pioneer and leader in a sector that is now at the forefront of global efforts to address the ongoing climate and biodiversity crisis. 

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to fostering and operationalizing insetting strategies—interventions by companies within their own value chains designed to reduce GHG emissions while creating positive impacts for communities, landscapes, and ecosystems. By championing this insetting approach, we aim to create a holistic range of benefits that extend beyond ecological restoration, encompassing social and economic dimensions through enhanced agricultural yields and resilience to climate change-induced stresses, among others. 

One of the distinctive features of our work is our ability to tailor projects to the specific needs of different regions and communities. By recognizing the unique characteristics of each ecosystem and the cultural context of the communities involved, we ensure our initiatives are contextually relevant and have a meaningful and sustainable impact. All our projects are developed in close collaboration with local actors, including cooperatives, NGOs, governments, and corporations. Today, we employ 200 staff across 16 countries with key offices in Paris (HQ) and Toronto. 

About the role 

PUR is recruiting a Project Manager MRV in Côte d’Ivoire. In this role, you will focus on Monitoring & Verification Management to gather, check, use and restitute project data to the right teams. You will be a connection point between the Data  and Operations teams. 

Your responsibilities will be, but not limited to: 

Data Collection & Preparation 

•  Support Field coordinators and Project manager in designing training materials for partners.  

• Review farmer databases from supply chain partners to identify and prioritize target areas and farmers for MRV activities, ensuring efficient sampling, data collection, and monitoring coverage. Provide support to teams in organising data collection activities when needed. 

Data Quality Control & Field Verification 

• Conduct quality checks on data collected through PUR’s platform, ensuring completeness and compliance with standards. 

• Flag any inconsistencies requiring field verification to the Project Manager. 

•  Collaborate with the Data team to define parcel samples for field checks. 

• Lead field data verification activities. 

• Produce field visit reports with observations and recommendations. 

Monitoring & Reporting 

• Support the Project Manager in developing monitoring timelines and data retroplanning. 

• Track data collection progress and data quality. 

• Regularly review and clean data to enable timely reporting. 

• Share key KPIs and insights based on validated data to support project decisions and stakeholder reporting. 

• Contribute to adaptive management discussions to improve project implementation, (data quality and field protocols). 

We are looking for someone with: 

• Master’s degree or equivalent in agronomy, agriculture, agroforestry, or environmental sciences.

• Minimum 3  years experience in project management or consulting in Côte d’Ivoire and/or in the implementation of field projects internationally.

• Strong skills in Monitoring, Reporting & Verification (MRV), including tool development, data collection, and material preparation for staff training.  

• Experience in data analysis and using insights to support decision-making.  

• Ability to structure and improve processes (workflows, tools, SOPs). 

• Professional experience related to the cocoa supply chain, sustainable development. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Kobo, Survey CTO, Drive, and GIS. 

• Knowledge about carbon certification is an asset. 

• Excellent communication skills, fluent in French and English. 

• Mobile to travel to the field.

Recruitment Process: 

• Recruiter interview 

• Case study

• Interview with the Country Manager & References check 

At PUR, we strive to build inclusive teams and an equitable workplace where our employees feel respected, supported, and empowered. As a global company operating across six continents, we recognize that diversity in the workplace is essential to achieving our mission. 

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other aspect that makes them unique.

PUR is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment.  If you require accommodation or consideration throughout the interview process, let us know, and we will do our best to support you.