Job Opportunities
Cadena has a strong reputation for being a reliable consulting company. On average we have 40-60 experts working in the field. While we are also part of the EU Framework Contract Lot 4 (Human Development and Safety Net) we are often looking for a wide variety of expertise for countries all over the world. These vacancies, as well as those for other tenders and projects are published below. If you are interested in one of the below job opportunities, you can send an email to jobs@cadena-idp.com, including the indicated reference number of the job opportunity and enclose your resume in the recommended CV format.
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CLOSED OPPORTUNITIES
For the Lot 12 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for experts for the following mission: “Assessment of PROCULTURA and identification / formulation of a follow-up project”
The global objective of this assignment is to support the EU Delegation to Mozambique in designing a programme to promote employment and create income generating opportunities in the cultural and creative industries in the PALOP-TL countries, taking into account the lessons learnt of PROCULTURA.
The specific objectives of this assignment are:
- Conduct an assessment of the PROCULTURA project (11th EDF)
- Identification and formulation of a follow-up programme to promote employment in the cultural and creative industries in the PALOP-TL countries.
- II (>6 years experience)
- University degree or Master's degree in social sciences or similar field or equivalent professional experience.
- Excellent drafting skills, good communication skills, adaptability and social awareness;
- Ability to synthesise, analyse, collect and evaluate data.
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the cultural sector in development cooperation
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: design, financing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of culture projects and programmes.
- Previous experience in EU project management would be an asset;
- Knowledge and experience of EU international development cooperation procedures.
- Experience in organising consultations/surveys.
- English written and oral level B2 minimum. Portuguese written and oral level B2 minimum.
- Good knowledge of the culture sector and system in several PALOP-TL countries.
- At least 3 years of work experience in the culture sector in the PALOP-TL countries.
- Good knowledge and experience of EU international development cooperation procedures (evaluation, identification and formulation).
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Cat 1: Team Leader and Culture Specialist
Africa
Posted 1 year ago
For the Lot 12 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for experts for the following mission: “Assessment of PROCULTURA and identification / formulation of a follow-up project”
The global objective of this assignment is to support the EU Delegation to Mozambique in designing a programme to promote employment and create income generating opportunities in the cultural and creative industries in the PALOP-TL countries, taking into account the lessons learnt of PROCULTURA.
The specific objectives of this assignment are:
- Conduct an assessment of the PROCULTURA project (11th EDF)
- Identification and formulation of a follow-up programme to promote employment in the cultural and creative industries in the PALOP-TL countries.
- Expert Category: Cat. I (>12 years experience)
- University degree or Master's degree in cultural planning and management, or in the field of social sciences or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum 12 years of professional experience in development cooperation in general, of which at least 3 years in the cultural sector
- Experience in developing and/or designing and/or implementing development programmes in the sector of culture in at least 3 countries.
- Experience in two or more of the following areas: the design, financing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of culture projects and programmes.
- Good understanding of the European Union and its policies of culture in external action is an asset;
- Working experience in European programmes for cultural cooperation is an advantage;
- Good knowledge of EU aid modalities and procedures
- English written and oral level B2 minimum.
- Portuguese written and oral level B2 minimum.
- Additional information: The Team Leader will have the responsibility of writing the Report and accompanying documents, and will lead all the contacts and cooperation with the EU Delegation.
- Good knowledge of the culture sector and system in several PALOP-TL countries.
- At least 3 years of work experience in the culture sector in the PALOP-TL countries.
- Good knowledge and experience of EU international development cooperation procedures (evaluation, identification and formulation).
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For the Lot 4 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for a Team Leader for the following mission: “Technical Assistance to identify European on-line courses for Eritrean students”
The main objective of this mission is to increase knowledge of the youth in Eritrea in priority sectors.
The Team Leader will liaise with the local counterparts and EUDEL to Eritrea. He/she will be in charge of reporting to the EUDEL to Eritrea. Required qualifications and skills are:
- University master's degree (MSc) relevant to the assignment (Political sciences, development cooperation) related field or equivalent experience.
- Excellent social interaction and communication skills
- Good analytical and report-writing skills
- At least 12 years of professional experience in working in the field of development and/or project and programme management.
- At least 10 years' professional experience working in the education sector, particularly with Universities and technical schools
- Experience in coordinating/negotiating and communicating with EU Delegation(s), and International and local stakeholders.
- Familiarity with online courses organised by Universities and technical schools
- Prior experience with EC programmes
- Previous experience in contract management both with EU and UN funded programmes
- Experience in Eritrea and/or in the region is an asset.
- Experience in working in a post conflict or protracted conflict context is an asset
- Language skills: Written and oral fluency in English language is essential, while knowledge of local language is an added advantage
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Evaluator / Cat II Expert
South Sudan
Posted 1 year ago
For the Lot 4 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for evaluators for the following mission: “Endline Evaluation Girls’ Education South Sudan (GESS) Program“
The main objectives of this evaluation are to provide the European Union, the interested stakeholders and other audience with:
- An overall independent assessment of the performance of the GESS II to be evaluated, paying particular attention to its different levels of results measured against its expected objectives; and the reasons underpinning such results
- Key lessons learned, conclusions and related recommendations in order to inform future interventions.
- At least a Master Degree Academic level in in education, social/behavioral sciences or related fields, or, in its absence, equivalent professional experience of 7 years.
- Full working knowledge of English, excellent report writing skills and solid experience in field assessment and participatory consultations.
- Knowledge of the Project Cycle Management.
- Computer literacy and proficiency in IT applications relevant to the assignment.
- At least 6 years' experience in working with government and CSO in Education sector in developing countries.
- At least 2 experiences formulating, implementing or evaluating education programmes.
- Relevant experience in LDC country, or in East Africa, is an advantage.
- At least eight evaluations conducted of minimum 20 days each.
- At least one mission in a difficult environments and experience in working in post war/conflict reconstruction context.
- At least 3 missions (evaluation, identification, formulation, implementation) on programmes focussing on gender equality.
- Published papers on education research will be an asset.
- Place of origine of the experts (2 weeks in inception phase, 2 weeks in Desk activities, 2 weeks for synthesis phase,)
- South Sudan (4 weeks for the Field activities in the Greater Equatoria, Upper Nile and Bahr el Ghazal Regions, and 2 days for 2 workshops workshops dissemination in Juba)
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For the Lot 4 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for experts for the following mission: “Scoping Study, Identification and Formulation - Social Protection Programme (Bilateral) - AAP 2024 “
The specific objectives for the assignment include:
- To contribute to improved understanding of opportunities and gaps in the provision of donor support to vulnerable Jordanians in the social protection sector, as well as identify possible areas for closer alignment between national and refugee-response social protection programmes;
- To reflect on the EU’s ongoing and recently ended programmes in the sector, and identify synergies and complementarities with interventions by other EU Member States, International Donors, UN agencies, civil society initiatives, etc.
- To identify areas to further strengthen Jordan’s social protection systems (spanning social insurance, social assistance, social services, and active labour market policies), under the umbrella of Jordan’s National Social Protection Strategy, with a particular focus on women and girls.
- To outline opportunities for EU added-value in terms of strengthening Jordan’s social protection system and improved access to quality, gender-responsive and rights-based social services.
The minimum requirements covered by the team of experts as a whole are detailed below:
- University degree (minimum master's degree for team leader) in a subject relevant to the assignment (e.g. economics, social sciences, development studies etc.)
- Minimum 6 years relevant general professional experience for all team members.
- Proven experience in design and/or implementation of social protection programmes.
- Proven knowledge of EU financial procedures and EU project cycle management.
- Proven experience in the design and/or implementation of EU budget support programmes.
- Proven experience with mapping or scoping exercises, as well as stakeholder consultations.
- Experience in Jordan or the MENA region is a strong asset.
- Experience in designing gender-responsive or gender-targeted programmes is a strong asset.
- Experience of social protection in refugee contexts is a strong asset.
- Experience in designing or implementing programmes that target vulnerable groups or inequality is a plus.
- Experience in working with CSOs in the social protection sector is a plus.
- Team Leader should have prior experience leading a team in a scoping/identification/ formulation of EU-funded projects.
- Ability to draft well-written reports, rapidly and concisely is essential.
- Language skills of the team: At least one member of the team should be fully fluent in Arabic (verbal and written).
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Cat 1 - Capacity Building Expert
Nigeria
Posted 2 years ago
For the Lot 4 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for an expert for the following mission: “Establishment of the Nigerian National Contact Point Network For Horizon Europe and ERASMUS+“
Activities will involve:
- Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and barriers faced by Nigerian researchers and academics in accessing and participating in Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ programs, and develop tailored solutions to address these challenges.
- Provide a fully comprehensive database for the coordination of information including Institutional Contact Points: the database of all stakeholders and institutions involved in the Nigerian R&I system.
- Develop a dedicated web platform: development of a web platform for the Nigerian National Contact Point (NCP) network for Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ programmes.
- Training for the NCPs: The provision of training to the recently nominated thematic NCPs for Horizon Europe as well as NCPs at institutional level.
- Organisation and operation of the Nigerian NCPs network.
- Provide workshops on writing proposals.
- Organise Info-days and Matchmaking activities.
- Work with EUD communication and visibility contractor to develop a targeted communication and outreach strategy.
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Cat 1 - Research and Innovation Expert
Nigeria
Posted 2 years ago
For the Lot 4 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for an expert for the following mission: “Establishment of the Nigerian National Contact Point Network For Horizon Europe and ERASMUS+“
Activities will involve:
- Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and barriers faced by Nigerian researchers and academics in accessing and participating in Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ programs, and develop tailored solutions to address these challenges.
- Provide a fully comprehensive database for the coordination of information including Institutional Contact Points: the database of all stakeholders and institutions involved in the Nigerian R&I system.
- Develop a dedicated web platform: development of a web platform for the Nigerian National Contact Point (NCP) network for Horizon Europe and Erasmus+ programmes.
- Training for the NCPs: The provision of training to the recently nominated thematic NCPs for Horizon Europe as well as NCPs at institutional level.
- Organisation and operation of the Nigerian NCPs network.
- Provide workshops on writing proposals.
- Organise Info-days and Matchmaking activities.
- Work with EUD communication and visibility contractor to develop a targeted communication and outreach strategy.
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Global health and accreditation expert
Ethiopia
Posted 2 years ago
For the Lot 4 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for an expert for the following mission: “Technical Assistance to Africa CDC Accreditation and Application to the Pandemic Fund”
The objective of this technical assistance support will be to facilitate the accreditation of Africa CDC to be an implementing agency of the Pandemic Fund and to provide specific capacity building support in preparing applications for funding.
The technical assistant is expected to support Africa CDC in the following areas:
- Coordinate, lead, and support the drafting of the Africa CDC application to become an IE, ensuring compliance with Financial Intermediary Fund process and requirements.
- Provide detailed formulation of Africa CDC's role, complementarity, and support to the objectives of the Pandemic Fund.
- Identify and present relevant Africa CDC capabilities, procedures, and processes required for the application.
- Identify potential supporters (optional, depending on self-submission or third party supported application).
- Master's degree in law, international relations, economics, public policy, global health, or development studies
- Expertise demonstrated by a consolidated experience of over 12 years in the fields related to Development Financial Institutions, public policy, or multilateral public health.
- Specific professional experience: Specific experience in the following areas:
- Preparation and financial management of World Bank financed initiatives
- Conducing fiduciary appraisals, conducing supervision of World Bank grants and loans
- Experience with Financial Intermediary Funds, (accreditation process, fiduciary standards, risk assessment and compliance checks, etc).
- Ability to operate in both private, public and international cooperation environments, demonstrated by successful assignments in each category.
- Experience working with World Bank processes and applications.
- Familiarity with African Union legal statutes, policies, and processes.
- Language skills: English; French will be added advantage.
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Les principaux objectifs de cette évaluation sont de fournir aux services de l'Union européenne concernés, aux parties prenantes intéressées :
- une analyse indépendante globale de la performance du PAPSII en accordant une attention particulière à ses différents niveaux de résultats en comparaison avec ses objectifs attendus, et les raisons qui expliquent ces résultats ;
- les principaux enseignements, conclusions et recommandations qui en découlent afin d'améliorer les interventions actuelles et futures.
- Formation d’études supérieures sanctionnée par un Diplôme supérieur en gestion des ressources humaines ou gestion de projets en santé.
- Expérience d’au moins 3 années dans le domaine de la réforme de la décentralisation et de la gestion des ressources
- 3 années d'expérience dans le domaine de l'évaluation de projets ;
- Participation à au moins 2 évaluations dans le domaine.
- Une excellente maîtrise de la langue française
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Les principaux objectifs de cette évaluation sont de fournir aux services de l'Union européenne concernés, aux parties prenantes intéressées :
- une analyse indépendante globale de la performance du PAPSII en accordant une attention particulière à ses différents niveaux de résultats en comparaison avec ses objectifs attendus, et les raisons qui expliquent ces résultats ;
- les principaux enseignements, conclusions et recommandations qui en découlent afin d'améliorer les interventions actuelles et futures.
- Master de spécialiste en santé ou un diplôme en développement option santé, économie de la santé, développement sanitaire et finances publiques.
- Une excellente maîtrise de la langue française
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