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Lead Consultant – Education Sector Analysis & Planning (Egypt)

Location: Remote with potential travel to Egypt

Contract Type: Consultancy (project-based)

About The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Lead Consultant to lead a high-profile international education programme supporting the Ministry of Education and Technical Education in Egypt.

This assignment will deliver technical assistance to strengthen institutional capacity for:

• Education Sector Analysis (ESA)
• Education Sector Planning (ESP)
• Implementation, monitoring, and reform delivery

The work will involve close collaboration with government stakeholders and international partners to support evidence-based, sustainable education reform.

Role Overview

The Lead Consultant will provide overall technical leadership and strategic direction for the programme. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the delivery of ESA updates and sector planning processes
• Managing and coordinating a multi-disciplinary team of consultants
• Providing technical oversight and quality assurance across all outputs
• Leading engagement with Ministry stakeholders and development partners
• Designing and delivering capacity strengthening activities (workshops, mentoring, technical clinics)
• Ensuring outputs are aligned with national priorities and implementation system

Requirements

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or higher) in education, economics, public policy, or related field
• 15+ years’ experience in education sector development or related fields
• Demonstrated experience leading:
• Education Sector Analysis (ESA)
• Education Sector Plans or similar national-level strategies
• Proven track record managing complex, multi-expert consultancy teams
• Extensive experience working with Ministries of Education and/or government systems
• Strong experience producing high-quality technical reports and policy outputs
• Proven ability to deliver capacity building and institutional strengthening

Desirable Experience (Strongly Preferred)

• Experience working in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, ideally including Egypt
• Familiarity with Global Partnership for Education (GPE) processes
• Experience working in large-scale national education reform programmes

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English (required)
• Arabic language skills are highly desirable but not essential

Key Competencies

• Strategic leadership and programme oversight
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
• Excellent analytical and report-writing capability
• Ability to translate evidence into practical, implementable policy and plans
• Experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments

Application Instructions

Please Submit

• CV (max 3–4 pages, highlighting relevant assignments)
• Brief statement of suitability
• Availability and daily rate

Benefits

How to Apply

Please Apply Using The Link Below (cover Letter Required)

https://zrec.eu/wpeq0