Lead Consultant – Education Sector Analysis & Planning (Egypt)
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
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