Job Opportunity in Tunisia: Project Officer - Economic Development

UMCE-BUSINESSMED is offering an opportunity to work as a Project Officer (Economic Development. The successful applicant will be responsible for contributing to the identification of new funding opportunities (grants, tenders, Technical Assistance facilities) from different international donors, monitoring ongoing projects, elaborates minutes on projects and processes written documents, assisting with all aspects grants and tenders process (drafting project proposals, terms of Reference, etc.) And supporting in the elaboration of statistics, data on the implementation of project-related activities and do any other related works.  

Responsibilities:

1. Analyses developments in the partner countries in the areas of responsibility by following up news, policy developments, supporting in conferences and meetings with different partners and stakeholders

2. Supporting in drafting speeches, presentations and key-notes;

3. Develops and maintains a consistent view on priorities in the field of economic and SMEs development.

4. Contributes to the programming, identification and appraisal of cooperation programmes and projects in close cooperation with the project team department;

5. Contributes to the identification of new funding opportunities (grants, tenders, Technical Assistance facilities) from different international donors

6. Monitors ongoing projects, elaborates minutes on projects and processes written documents

7. Assists with all aspects of grants and tenders process (drafting project proposals, terms of Reference, etc.)

8. Supports in the elaboration of statistics, data on the implementation of project-related activities

9. Maintains and updates databases of SMEs, Business Organisations and Institutions of targeted countries

10. Archives administrative and narrative documents resulting from EU-projects activities;

11. Contributes to track project timelines, milestones and deliverables.

12. Contributes to the conceptualization and qualitative execution of each event;

13. Maintain and update a calendar of events schedule;

14. Ensure effective event planning and preparation including drafting of events plans and check lists;

15. Act as the main focal point for the venue and event services, including booking venues, set-up, and other event related requirements;

16. Plan and prepare for all logistical arrangements including maps of the venue and contact numbers;

17. Act as focal point for questions received from participants regarding the event;

Qualifications, Experience:

1. At least a Master's degree in relevant disciplines (e.g., economics, international development regional development, business and strategic management)

2. At least 3 years’ experience in project management in international organisations

3. Extensive knowledge of EU funding programmes and UN funds

4. Proven experience in European projects management

5. Fluency in English and French. Additional languages will be an asset

6. Excellent computer skills, especially a very good command of MS Office

7. Excellent communication skills

8. Fully independent in report writing and excellent drafting skills

9. Demonstrated ability in supporting multiple projects simultaneously

10. Ability to work independently and excellent attention to detail and accuracy

11. Prioritizing and Organizing

12. Good interpersonal skills

13. Good capability of converting ideas into practical results

Salary:  

local salary in Tunisian Currency ( TND) Commensurate with the experience and qualification of the candidate

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