Page 1 Project Implementation Unit (PIU) Director JOB TITLE: TVET

JOB TITLE:
Project Implementation Unit (PIU) Director
Field:
TVET sector
Post reference:
A0TVETII/023
Primary duty station:
Cairo, with possibility to travel
Type of contract:
Project appointment (full-time)
Programme:
'Support to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Reform Programme in
Egypt - Phase II' (TVET II)
Application deadline:
31/01/2015 (midnight, Cairo time)
Application to be sent to:
tvet2@moe.edu.eg
PROGRAMME BACKGROUND
Co-financed by the Government of Egypt and the EU, the Support to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training
Reform Programme in Egypt (TVET II) aims at improving the structure and the performance of the TVET system to better
respond to Egypt's new socio-economic needs, in particular youth employability and increased competitiveness in the context of
the country’s current and future development. The Programme includes three main components: (i) improving the governance
of the Egyptian TVET system; (ii) enhancing the relevance and quality of TVET; and (iii) supporting the transition to employment.
TVET II will be implemented by the Ministry of Education.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the authority of the Ministry of Education - contracting authority and supervisor of the Programme - and the direct
supervision of the Imprest Administrator and Imprest Accounting Officer, the PIU Director will have the overall responsibility for
the management, supervision, administration and implementation of the TVET II programme, including the management of the
Programme Implementation Unit (PIU) staff. The PIU Director will carry out the following duties:
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Manage and oversee the implementation of the overall programme in compliance with the programme overall/specific
objectives, activities, expected results, and outputs.
Supervise and provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the PIU staff; in particular through the coordination and
supervision of the three Component Managers and the Tourism Coordinator to ensure the harmonization of the project
activities.
Ensure the efficient management of financial resources attributed to the programme, in line with the EU procedures and
Egyptian financial regulations.
Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of programme implementation and the reporting on programme activities.
Liaise with the EU, Egyptian authorities, and all stakeholders, including Enterprise TVET Partnerships (ETPs) and the
private sector.
Ensure the communication and visibility of the programme in accordance with the Egyptian and EU guidelines.
Carry out other activities as requested by his/her supervisors.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
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At least a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent academic qualification) in development/international studies, economics,
education, social sciences, public policy/administration, or any other directly relevant field; a Master's degree / Ph.D. (or
equivalent academic qualification) in a directly relevant field would be a strong asset.
An additional qualification in project management and a specialization in TVET would be preferable.
Professional Experience
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At least 12 years of professional experience in a directly related field at management level (e.g. international
development cooperation, TVET, education), of which at least 8 years in Egypt.
At least 6 years professional experience in donor-financed project management, including a proven track-record in
working with logical frameworks.
At least 6 years of practical experience in supporting and managing TVET reforms and large TVET programmes, including
specific experience in the fields of TVET, employment, labour intermediation.
Solid professional experience in carrying out financial analysis of projects/programmes and cost analysis/assessment of
activities.
Substantial professional experience in the supervision and/or preparation of procurement documents (requests for
services including terms of references, technical annexes for supplies and works), evaluation of the related offers, as well
as in developing guidelines for calls for proposals, evaluation of grant proposals and preparation of grant contracts.
Substantial professional experience with EU development cooperation mechanisms, including EU procedures related to
the management of funds (PRAG, Programme Estimates, etc.) would be a strong asset.
Familiarity with cross-cutting themes, such as youth, governance, women empowerment, environment and tourism in
Egypt is desirable.
Proven track-record in working with the Egyptian authorities, at the highest possible level, as well as with the private
sector (possibly including with ETPs) and civil society.
Competence/Skills
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In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Egyptian context, in particular the current socio-economic, political and
institutional situation.
Excellent understanding of all aspects of modern TVET.
Demonstrated and recognized management, coordination, leadership and training skills – in a multi-cultural and disciplinary environment.
Good analytical and reporting skills, including a sound understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods in social
science research.
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Capable of providing clear technical and policy advice at the highest levels. Good communication and negotiation skills.
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Ability to work under time and political pressure while meeting tight deadlines.
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Proficiency in standard office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
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Readiness to travel regionally and/or internationally if needed.
Languages
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Fluency in English and Arabic, both spoken and written.
Potential candidates should note that the following rules will be strictly enforced:
- The PIU Director will be working full-time and exclusively for the purpose of the Programme. Civil servants are not eligible
for recruitment.
- Any applicant in a situation of conflict of interest as defined in the Practical Guide to Contract Procedures for EU External
Actions (PraG, available at: http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/prag/document.do?locale=en), section 2.3.6, is not eligible for
recruitment.
- A policy of equal opportunities aiming at avoiding any form of discrimination will be applied in the recruitment procedures.