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Job Vacancy: Project Officer (Local Agent Group 1) – Cooperation Section EU Delegation to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Cairo - (initial two-year contract, with the possibility of extension)

26.02.2026 Expired

About the EU Delegation to Egypt

The European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member states, playing a key role in global affairs through diplomacy, trade, and development cooperation. Represented worldwide by 140+ EU Delegations (equivalent to embassies), the EU Delegation to Egypt works closely with the embassies of EU member states to strengthen the EU-Egypt partnership.

Our Cooperation Section (comprising ~30 staff) manages programmes and projects across sectors like Green and sustainable transition; Economic cooperation and inclusive growth; Social cohesion, Governance and Migration. 

Due to the dynamic nature of our work, occasional flexible working hours may be required.

 

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Officer to support our Social Inclusion, Governance, and Migration Team. The role involves policy advice, project management, stakeholder coordination, and administrative tasks under the general supervision of the Head of Cooperation. The successful candidate can be assigned different tasks based on the EU Delegation’s evolving needs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sector/Policy Analysis

  • Support policy dialogue with stakeholders (Egyptian ministries/ authorities, EU member states, international financial institutions, private sector, development partners etc.).

  • Contribute to sectoral analysis and strategy development in migration/mobility.

  • Provide quality input into policy recommendations and implementation 

2. Stakeholder Engagement & Representation

  • Under the supervision of the Head of Cooperation, work as key liaison with local counterparts in the Egyptian authorities, implementing agencies, civil society, on the whole cycle of migration / mobility in Egypt 

  • Build and maintain an extensive network with peers from the EU member states

  • Coordinate with sectoral stakeholders (e.g., via working groups), prepare briefings, contribute to Headquarters missions.

  • Represent the Cooperation Section at external events (workshops, conferences) within the jobholder’s domain

3. Programme/Project Management

  • Assist in programming, identification, formulation, implementation, and appraisal of interventions in the area of Social Inclusion, Governance, and Migration TeamNegotiate legal agreements (e.g. Financing Agreements with Egypt, contracts with implementing partners).

  • Manage procurement processes: draft Terms of Reference, launch calls for proposals/tenders, negotiate contracts, etc.

  • Monitor project implementation: attend steering committees, track contractual obligations (reviews, audits, reports), and manage external expertise.

  • Evaluate projects and prepare progress reports with actionable recommendations.

  • Use EU IT systems (OPSYS, SUMMA, MIPS, ARES) after training; provide "operational visa" approvals on documents as required.

  • Contribute to horizontal tasks (annual reporting, financial forecasting, briefings).

4. Communication & Visibility

  • Contribute to visibility in coordination with the Delegation’s Communication Team.

  • Define and disseminate project results and contribute to policy messaging.

  • Extract and share best practices and facilitate knowledge exchange.

  • Assist in drafting reports, briefings, and speeches.

5. Document Management

  • Apply EU document management rules: register, file, and archive documents using EU systems (e.g., ARES).

  • Process and initiate documents as required.

Terms & Conditions

  • Contract Type: Local Agent (Group 1).

  • Gross Salary: €2,538/month (paid in Egyptian pounds at the monthly EURO exchange rate), commensurate with verified experience.

  • Benefits Package:

    • Personal leave days + public holidays.

    • Health insurance.

    • Retirement savings plan.

  • Start Date: 15/04/2026.

Eligibility Criteria (Mandatory)

Applicants must meet all the following:

  1. Education:

    • Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree (e.g. in Social Sciences, Governance/Global Affairs, Law, International Humanitarian Law, International Relations, or Migration Studies). 

  2. Experience:

    • Minimum 5 years in policy/project management or development cooperation, with expertise in Migration and mobility. Field experience is an asset.

    • Solid representation and communication skills

  3. Languages:

    • Fluency (C2 CEFR) in English and Arabic (written and spoken).

  4. Technical Skills:

    • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.).

  5. Legal Status:

    • Right to live and work in Egypt (non-Egyptians must provide a valid residence visa and work permit with their application).

Selection Criteria (Desirable Assets)

Candidates will be evaluated based on:

  • Familiarity with EU institutions and procedures.

  • Prior experience in an international organisation, or civil society, or Embassy.

  • Knowledge of EU-Egypt relations (e.g., Association Agreement, Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership, migration policies).

  • Project cycle expertise: budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis.

  • Soft skills:

    • Teamwork in multicultural/multilingual environments.

    • Organisational capacity, communication (oral/written), and negotiation skills.

    • Proactive attitude, integrity, flexibility, and loyalty.