Monday, 06 June 2016 16:07

Work with us in Egypt

We are currently looking for experts to work in one of our projects in Egypt. The project aims at improving the image and social perception of TVET.

Key expert 1: PR and Image Building Expert, Team Leader (minimum 270 working days).

Qualifications and skills
-University  degree  (preferably  at  Master’s  level)  in  related  fields:  public  administration, economics, human resources management, public relations and communication or any other subject relevant and closely related to the assignment;
-Fluency in writing and speaking in English;
-Sound knowledge of the project cycle management. In particular, a good understanding of the
-European Union project implementation rules is an asset;

General professional experience
-At least 10 years professional experience in planning, monitoring and reporting on PR and Image Building activities preferably related to the field of Education;
-Demonstrated experience in branding and communication strategies;
-Proven experience as Team Leader in at least one 3-year EU funded TA project related to the Reform of TVET system, and at least of similar size and complexity is considered an added advantage.

Specific professional experience
-Minimum of 7 years in TVET  projects preferably including specific outcomes related to improving the image and social perception of TVET sector;
-Proven experience in events management and events organization;
-Proven   experience   in   participatory   and   consultative   processes,   including   facilitating workshops, stakeholder consultations, field surveys, project evaluation and policy reform processes;
-Proven experience in designing and facilitating media campaigns including social media;
-Proven experience in developing national competitions is an advantage;
-Knowledge about production-based learning programmes;
-Strong knowledge about TVET Sector in Egypt is an asset.

Key expert 2:   Events Management and Trade Fairs Organization Expert (minimum 250 working days)

Qualifications and skills

-University  degree  (preferably  at  Master’s  level)    in  a  discipline  directly  related  to  the purpose of the contract;
- Fluency in writing and speaking in English;
-Sound knowledge of the project cycle management. In particular, a good understanding of the
European Union project implementation rules is an asset;

General professional experience
-At least 10 years professional experience in events management in general;
- Demonstrated experience in the field of TVET and branding of TVET institutions;
- Proven relevant professional experience in Egypt would be an added advantage;
- Proven experience in organizing seminars and workshops.

Specific professional experience
- At least 5 years experience in organizing events related to branding and image building in service fields preferably related to TVET;
- Proven  experience  in  participatory  and  organizational  processes,  including  organizing seminars, workshops and stakeholder consultations;
- Proven knowledge about the TVET Sector in Egypt is an asset;
- Previous professional experience with EU funded projects would be an asset;
- Proven experience in working and collaborating with diverse sets of stakeholders, including ministries, employers’ organizations, technical secondary schools and vocational training centers;
- Recognized knowledge of the following areas is highly desirable:
.  Changing the image and social perception of TVET in other countries
.  Reporting and analyzing events outcomes
.  Knowledge and understanding of the Egyptian socio-economic, political and institutional context would be an asset, including the structure and/or characteristics of the labour force and labour market.

Key expert 3: Social Media Expert (minimum 250 working days)

Qualifications and skills
- University degree (preferably at Master’s level)  in a discipline related to communication and management of social media;
- Excellent organizational and coordination skills;
- Fluency in writing and speaking in English;
- Sound knowledge of the project cycle management. In particular, a good understanding of the
European Union project implementation rules is an asset;
Excellent writing and reporting skills;
Excellent communication skills;
Analytical and computer skills will be highly valued;
Excellent interpersonal skills are preferable.
Knowledge of the Arabic language is an asset.