Team Leader - Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Grant Scheme Management Specialist

Technical Assistance for Monitoring Services of Beneficiary Projects under the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) Grant Scheme for the Promotion of Inclusive Digital Trade

The consultancy will be carried out mainly remotely, with at least one in-person field visit to each beneficiary project in the implementation countries.

Estimated duration: Approximately 6 months within an 18 month period.

 

EXPERT PROFILE - Team Leader - Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Grant Scheme Management Specialist

Academic Background

University degree in Economics, Finance, Project Management, or another relevant discipline.

Additional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management qualifications will be considered an asset.

Languages

Professional proficiency in English (mandatory).

Fluency in French and/or Arabic will be considered a strong asset.

Professional Experience

Minimum 8 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation of project implementation and/or managing projects under grant schemes.

Previous experience in public administration, project management, and financial supervision.

Demonstrated experience in technical report drafting and analytical reporting.

Specific Experience

At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in one or more fields related to the thematic priorities of the call, particularly inclusive digital trade, economic development, or internationally funded programmes.

Previous experience in monitoring UfM or EU-funded programmes will be considered a strong advantage.

Key Competencies

Team leadership and coordination.

Financial analysis and expenditure eligibility assessment.

Strategic planning and implementation oversight.

High-level technical writing.

Decision-making capacity and risk management.