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.
IMMEDIATE POSITIONS
Cat II - Green transition / renewable energy specialist
Namibia
Posted 3 weeks ago
For the Lot 12 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for a Green Transition/ Renewable Energy Specialist for the following mission: “TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO SUPPORT THE NAMIBIAN TRAINING AUTHORITY (NTA) IN IMPROVING THE TVET OFFER RELATED TO THE GREEN TRANSITION”
The global objective of the consultancy is to provide technical assistance (TA) services and technical support measures to the NTA to equip Namibian workers in the formal and informal sectors of the economy, including women, youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs) and marginalised communities with the relevant skills and qualifications necessary to participate in the green energy transition.
Requirements / profile for the Green Transition/ Renewable Energy Specialist (KE-2):
- General description of the position: The Green Transition and Renewable energy expert will be responsible for building technical capacities, developing vocational and educational training (TVET) programs, and fostering workforce readiness in green technologies, particularly in renewable energy and hydrogen industries. He/She will also be responsible to liaise with industries and TVET centers for the design of competency-based training programs and occupational standards tailored to the needs of the renewable energy and hydrogen sector.
- Expert category II (>6 years of experience)
- Completed university studies of at least 3 years, attested by a diploma, in the field of Renewable energy, Engineering, Economy, Climate change or sustainability studies. In its absence, 5 years of equivalent professional experience in addition to the minimum 6 years of general professional experience.
- Specialized certifications in renewable energy (e.g., solar, wind, hydrogen) or green hydrogen technologies will be an asset.
- General professional experience: Minimum of six years’ experience of working in the green energy sector, particularly in renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, hydro, etc.) and emerging fields like hydrogen production, storage, and distribution.
- Experience with public and private led projects related to energy transition, decarbonization, and green industrialization.
- Specific professional experience: In-depth technical knowledge of renewable energy systems (e.g., solar, wind, bioenergy) an/or hydrogen technologies.
- Experience in projects related to the hydrogen value chain, including electrolysis, transportation, storage, and usage in industrial applications will be an asset.
- Experience in developing and implementing skills development programs or TVET initiatives tailored to the needs of the renewable energy and hydrogen industries will be an asset
- Expertise in identifying green job opportunities and developing strategies for workforce reskilling and upskilling in renewable energy, hydrogen, and other low-carbon sectors.
- Experience in stakeholder management and coordination, such as engaging with government institutions, private sector companies, training providers or industry associations.
- Language skills: Fluency in English
Job Features
| Job Category | Immediate |
Cat II Team Leader and TVET specialist
Namibia
Posted 3 weeks ago
For the Lot 12 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for a Team Leader/TVET Specialist for the following mission: “TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO SUPPORT THE NAMIBIAN TRAINING AUTHORITY (NTA) IN IMPROVING THE TVET OFFER RELATED TO THE GREEN TRANSITION”
The global objective of the consultancy is to provide technical assistance (TA) services and technical support measures to the NTA to equip Namibian workers in the formal and informal sectors of the economy, including women, youth, persons with disabilities (PWDs) and marginalised communities with the relevant skills and qualifications necessary to participate in the green energy transition.
Requirements / profile for the Team Leader / TVET Specialist (KE-1):
- General description of the position: The TVET expert will act as Team Leader and will be in charge of the overall coordination of the project. He/she will be responsible for providing policy advice and expertise support to the NTA, with the aim of developing and integrate green skills into the TVET programmes; align training curricula with current and emerging job market needs and to support sector coordination and partnership with the private sector.
- Expert category II (>6 years of experience)
- Completed university studies of at least three (3) years, attested by a diploma in a relevant field such as Education, TVET management, Technical or Engineering studies (e.g mechanical, electrical, etc), human resources development, economics. In its absence 5 years of equivalent professional experience in addition to the minimum 6 years of general professional experience.
- TVET-specific qualifications or certifications are considered an asset.
- General professional experience:
- Minimum of six years’ experience of working in in the TVET field, ideally in both technical capacity (e.g., curriculum development, trainer training) and in management or policy roles.
- Previous experience in Namibia or Southern Africa is considered an asset.
- Specific professional experience:
- Experience working with government institutions, vocational centers and/or, private sector stakeholders on educational policy development.
- Experience with competency-based training (CBT) approaches and national qualifications frameworks.
- Experience in assessing training needs, developing occupational standards, and/or aligning curricula with industry requirements.
- Experience in capacity building for TVET institutions, including training of trainers, teacher development, and/or institutional strengthening.
- Strong project management experience, including team management, planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and reporting.
- In-depth knowledge of global best practices in TVET, including gender and social inclusion in vocational education, digital and green skills training, and/or innovation in teaching methods.
- Language skills: Fluency in English
Job Features
| Job Category | Immediate |
FORECASTED POSITIONS
While our core business relates to improving TVET, we are always interested to expand our expert database with Technical Vocational Education & Training (TVET) Experts. We are looking for different types of expertise, with on average at least 7 years of work experience in the domain of TVET in developing or upcoming markets. Preferably, the TVET experts should have:
- A master's degree in (TVET) education, social sciences, development studies or relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- Or other education level related to technical skills/ engineering topics and alike
- Extensive knowledge of the TVET sector should be evidenced by previous assignments.
- Excellent reporting (and presentation) skills are required.
- Professional English and / or French language skills, or both.
- Experience with labour market, vocational training, private sector actors and linkages with support programmes of other development partners.
- Strong analytical skills to analyze information and evaluate data to inform decision making.
- Lead activities to build the capacity of technical and vocational education and training institutions in developing market-relevant training courses;
- Skills gaps analysis between labour market demand and skills training
- Design and develop CBET curricula, training materials, and instruction methodologies to advance employability;
- Collaborate with existing training institutions to improve the capacity for the delivery of quality vocational education and training
Job Features
| Job Category | forcasted |
For our current project portfolio we are always looking for primary and secondary education experts to expand our database and network. Most often we are looking for Secondary Education Experts, with at least 7 years of work experience in the domain of Secondary Education improvement in developing or upcoming markets. More specifically, the experts should have:
- A master’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies or relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- Vast knowledge of the Primary and Secondary Education sector, evidenced by previous assignments.
- Knowledge of different subjects such as science, mathematics, languages, ICT in Education, STEM etc.
- Previous experience in formulation of Education programmes or development of curricula, teacher training and alike
- Excellent reporting (and presentation) skills.
- Excellent English or French language skills, or both.
Job Features
| Job Category | forcasted |
| Duration Days | Unknown |
| Estimated To Start | Unknown |
| Application Deadline | Unknown |
For many of our assignments and projects, we are always looking for General Education Experts to expand our network and expert database.
Experts should have;
- at least 7 years of work experience in the education sector in developing or upcoming markets
- master's degree in education, social sciences, development studies, relevant field or equivalent professional experience
- excellent reporting (and presentation) skills
- professional English or French language skills.
Job Features
| Job Category | forcasted |
| Duration Days | Unknown |
| Estimated To Start | Unknown |
| Application Deadline | Unknown |
CLOSED OPPORTUNITIES
Cat II - Human Development Expert
LAC
Posted 1 month ago
For the Lot 12 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for an Human Development Expert (in the domain of education and health) for the following mission: “Support Services to the EU Programme Inclusive Societies in LAC: Social Dimension of the EU-LAC Global Gateway Investment Agenda”
The global objective is to strengthen the Global Gateway Investment Agenda (GGIA) development and implementation in Latin America and the Caribbean from a 360º approach, by facilitating the coordination between the GGIA initiatives and related actions in the Human Development Sector.
Requirements / profile for the Human Development Expert:
- General description of the position: Technical assistance to support the strategic needs of the EU-LAC Global Gateway Investment Agenda in the field of human development – and to ensure synergies and alignment of the programme actions and general objectives.
- Expert category: Home Based - Cat. II (>6 years of experience)
- Qualifications and skills required: University degree (Master level) in social sciences, economics, business administration, education, health or a relevant discipline for human development.
- General professional experience: At least 3 years of professional experience in the field of human development. Good understanding of the EU Global Gateway Strategy. Experience working in social cohesion, youth and inequalities with a gender-responsive approach.
- Specific professional experience: At least 3 years of professional experience in the field of human development with a strong experience and background on health and social services. Experience working with private sector stakeholders or international financial institutions in promoting equitable access to health.
- Language skills: Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is a requirement; knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is considered an advantage.
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Cat II Team Leader
LAC
Posted 1 month ago
For the Lot 12 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for a Team Leader for the following mission: “Support Services to the EU Programme Inclusive Societies in LAC: Social Dimension of the EU-LAC Global Gateway Investment Agenda”
The global objective is to strengthen the Global Gateway Investment Agenda (GGIA) development and implementation in Latin America and the Caribbean from a 360º approach, by facilitating the coordination between the GGIA initiatives and related actions in the Human Development Sector.
Requirements / profile for the Team Leader:
- General description of the position: Technical assistance to support the strategic needs of the EU-LAC Global Gateway Investment Agenda in the field of human development – notably the strategic priority on inclusive education and skills development -, and to ensure synergies and alignment of the programme actions and general objectives.
- Expert category: Cat. II (>6 years of experience)
- Qualifications and skills required: University degree (Master level) in social sciences, economics, business administration, education and skills development, or a relevant discipline for human development.
- General professional experience: At least 3 years of professional experience in the field of human development. Good understanding of the EU Global Gateway Strategy. Experience working in social cohesion and inequalities with a gender-responsive approach.
- Specific professional experience: At least 3 years of professional experience in the field of education and skills development. Experience working with private sector stakeholders or international financial institutions. Experience working in Latin America and the Caribbean will be an asset, especially if linked to resilience and quality of education systems, skills development and TVET, social innovation, social investment mobilisation, etc.
- Language skills: Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is a requirement; knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is considered an advantage.
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Various Youth Engagement Experts
Ghana
Posted 5 months ago
For the Request for Specific Contract (RfSC) received under Framework Contract (FWC): SEA 2023 Lot 12 - Education, culture and youth we are looking for a variety of experts to implement the assignment "Support to Youth Sounding Board and youth participation in policy dialogue" in Ghana.
The different experts should cover the following fields of expertise:
- Managing EU funded projects: planning, reporting, M&E, C&V, finance and administration;
- Youth empowerment, participation, inclusion and networking;
- Assessment and capacity building of Civil Society Organizations, notably youth led organizations;
- Skills in communication and visibility strategies; experience in relations with the media and in maximising the use of social media;
- Event organisation (seminars, workshops, training sessions, etc.)
- Knowledge of the Ghanaian context and having previous working on youth participation and engagement issues in Ghana.
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
| Location | Ghana - home based |
| Start date | September 2024 |
| End date | December 2027 |
| Deadline | 17 June 2024 |
Expert Cat. II - Recherche et Innovation
Maroc
Posted 6 months ago
Pour le Contrat-cadre SEA 2023 (l’UE) - Lot 12, Cadena cherche immédiatement des experts pour la mission suivante : « Contrat de suivi de l'appui budgétaire ESRIM »
L’objectif général (impact) de l’action est de contribuer à la promotion et la durabilité des opportunités académiques et professionnelles pour les étudiants, diplômés, doctorants et chercheurs de l’écosystème « enseignement supérieur-recherche-développement-innovation ».
Les objectifs spécifiques (effets) de cette action sont :
- La gouvernance du secteur ESRI (l’Enseignement supérieure, la Recherche Scientifique et de L’Innovation) est renforcée à travers l'autonomie de la gestion administrative et financière
- La mise en œuvre de la réforme pédagogique globale et intégrée est accompagnée
- L'écosystème de la recherche et de ľ innovation est performant et internationalisé
- Les diplômés et étudiants en cours et en fin de parcours trouvent des opportunités professionnelles élargies dans deux secteurs innovants
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Expert Cat II enseignement supérieur
Maroc
Posted 6 months ago
Pour le Contrat-cadre SEA 2023 (l’UE) - Lot 12, Cadena cherche immédiatement des experts pour la mission suivante : « Contrat de suivi de l'appui budgétaire ESRIM »
L’objectif général (impact) de l’action est de contribuer à la promotion et la durabilité des opportunités académiques et professionnelles pour les étudiants, diplômés, doctorants et chercheurs de l’écosystème « enseignement supérieur-recherche-développement-innovation ».
Les objectifs spécifiques (effets) de cette action sont :
- La gouvernance du secteur ESRI (l’Enseignement supérieure, la Recherche Scientifique et de L’Innovation) est renforcée à travers l'autonomie de la gestion administrative et financière
- La mise en œuvre de la réforme pédagogique globale et intégrée est accompagnée
- L'écosystème de la recherche et de ľ innovation est performant et internationalisé
- Les diplômés et étudiants en cours et en fin de parcours trouvent des opportunités professionnelles élargies dans deux secteurs innovants
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Expert Cat. II - appui budgétaire / finance publique
Maroc
Posted 6 months ago
Pour le Contrat-cadre SEA 2023 (l’UE) - Lot 12, Cadena cherche immédiatement des experts pour la mission suivante : « Contrat de suivi de l'appui budgétaire ESRIM »
L’objectif général (impact) de l’action est de contribuer à la promotion et la durabilité des opportunités académiques et professionnelles pour les étudiants, diplômés, doctorants et chercheurs de l’écosystème « enseignement supérieur-recherche-développement-innovation ».
Les objectifs spécifiques (effets) de cette action sont :
- La gouvernance du secteur ESRI (l’Enseignement supérieure, la Recherche Scientifique et de L’Innovation) est renforcée à travers l'autonomie de la gestion administrative et financière
- La mise en œuvre de la réforme pédagogique globale et intégrée est accompagnée
- L'écosystème de la recherche et de ľ innovation est performant et internationalisé
- Les diplômés et étudiants en cours et en fin de parcours trouvent des opportunités professionnelles élargies dans deux secteurs innovants
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Cote d'Ivoire
Posted 6 months ago
Pour le Contrat-cadre SEA 2023 (l’UE) - Lot 12, Cadena recherche immédiatement des experts pour la mission suivante : « Appui à la promotion du programme Erasmus+ en Côte d'Ivoire »
Objectif général : Contribuer à augmenter le nombre de bénéficiaires Ivoiriens (individus et institutions) du programme Erasmus+ dans toutes ses composantes.
Objectif(s) spécifique(s) : Renforcer la visibilité et la connaissance du programme Erasmus+ en Côte d'Ivoire dans toutes ses composantes auprès du public cible, dans les Institutions publiques d'enseignement supérieur et les établissements de formation professionnelle, en coordination avec les Etats membres de l'UE et le point focal national Erasmus+.
Les exigences minimales couvertes par l’ensemble de l’équipe d’experts sont détaillées ci-dessous :
- expert.e principal.e 1 chef.fe d’équipe (avec une expérience professionnelle dans un secteur pertinent à ce lot d’au moins 12 ans)
- expert.e principal.e 2 (avec une expérience professionnelle dans un secteur pertinent à ce lot d’au moins 3 ans)
- Diplôme d’études supérieures de niveau BAC + 3 ou équivalent dans un domaine pertinent, ou en son absence cinq ans d’expérience professionnelle équivalente.
- Qualifications supplémentaires en lien avec la mobilité universitaire – ou de manière plus générale avec les établissements d’enseignement supérieur – internationale souhaitée.
- Compétences en matière de politiques d’éducation et de développement de l’UE.
- Facilité de communication, excellente capacité de rédaction et de synthèse.
- Un des membres de l'équipe doit avoir une expérience d'un minimum de 12 ans dans le domaine de l'enseignement supérieur et/ou de la formation professionnelle ou dans d'autres domaines pertinents avec la prestation demandée, en Europe et/ou en Afrique.
- Un des membres de l'équipe doit avoir une expérience requise d'un minimum de 3 ans dans le domaine de la formation professionnelle ou dans d'autres domaines pertinents avec la prestation demandée, en Europe et/ou en Afrique.
- Excellente pratique du français à l'oral et à l'écrit.
- Expérience requise d’au moins 3 ans dans la promotion du programme Erasmus+
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Cat III expert
Eritrea
Posted 6 months ago
For the Lot 12 EU Framework Contract, Cadena is immediately looking for an Eritrean expert (Cat. III) for the following mission: "Support to the tertiary Education sector in Eritrea - selection of on-line courses"
The assignment aims at creating the basis for increasing knowledge of the youth in Eritrea in specific sectors; the increased knowledge will also enhance the job opportunities for the youth. The project shall identify European Union University/ies which hold on-line courses covering the specific priority sectors which will be identified by the potential beneficiaries.
The expert profile that is sought is described below:
Profile Expert – Cat. III – Local / Eritrea
Education: Bachelor degree in area related to the assignment
General professional experience:
- 3 years of experience in Higher Education/ Technical Education
- Experience in the delivery and/ or identification of online training courses would be an asset
- 3 years of experience in labour market analysis, and/ or identification of sectors for increased job opportunities for youth
- Good knowledge of education, economic and employment dynamics in Eritrea
- Strong interpersonal communications and writing skills.
- English: Level C1.
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Cat II expert
Africa
Posted 9 months 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.
- 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).
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |
Cat 1: Team Leader and Culture Specialist
Africa
Posted 9 months 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).
Job Features
| Job Category | Expired |