Tunisia Programme Officer

IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa; Málaga; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An international conservation organization is seeking a Programme Coordinator to oversee initiatives in Tunisia. The role involves managing projects, coordinating with civil society organizations, and ensuring alignment with national priorities. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in programme coordination, with a strong focus on civil society engagement. Fluency in Arabic and French is required, along with knowledge of conservation frameworks. This position is based in Malaga, Spain, with travel to Tunisia required.

Formación

• At least 5 years of proven experience in programme coordination.
• Strong commitment to civil society engagement and conservation approaches.
• Fluency in Arabic, French, and good English knowledge required.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate IUCN’s work in Tunisia with civil society and members.
• Manage calls for proposals and support CSOs throughout project cycles.
• Organise training sessions and national networking events.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Networking abilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Educación

Master’s degree in relevant disciplines

Descripción del empleo

Job Overview

Vacancy #: 7482
Unit: Mediterranean and North Africa Programme
Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location: Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation, Malaga, Spain
Reporting to: Programme Manager - Ecosystem Resilience and Spatial Planning
Work percentage: 100%
Grade: P1
Expected start date: 01 April 2026
Type of contract: Indefinite
Closing date: 19 January 2026

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IUCN’s work in Tunisia with civil society organisations and IUCN Members, serve as the national coordinator of the Mubadarat Programme and its related projects (at the moment, PPI OSCAN and TransCap), and contribute to their regional implementation.
• Ensure coherence between IUCN initiatives in Tunisia, national priorities, and the wider IUCN Programme.
• Support civil society strengthening, partnership development, and project implementation at national and, when relevant, regional levels.
• Launch and manage calls for proposals, including outreach, evaluation processes, and the selection of CSO grantees.
• Accompany CSOs throughout the full project cycle (inception, implementation, monitoring, and closure).
• Support organisational development assessments and co‑design organisational development action plans with CSOs.
• Provide guidance on MEL systems, data collection, and reporting requirements.
• Organise thematic and general training sessions for CSOs (technical, organisational, governance, MEL, communication, etc.).
• Coordinate national networking events, exchanges, and peer‑learning opportunities.
• Monitor project progress, conduct field visits, and ensure high‑quality technical and financial follow‑up.
• Support the preparation of donor reports, briefs, communication materials, and success stories.
• Facilitate connections between CSOs, national institutions, experts, and relevant initiatives.
• Support awareness‑raising and visibility activities for the Mubadarat community in Tunisia.
• Provide content for social media, website updates, newsletters and other communication products in coordination with IUCN Med communications team.
• Collaborate with the regional Mubadarat team in the regional office and support regional programme implementation.
• Participate in regional planning, monitoring, and knowledge‑sharing activities.
• Support the organisation of regional events, trainings, and peer‑learning exchanges.
• Contribute to regional strategies, new project concepts, and fundraising efforts.
• Share lessons learned, case studies, and good practices from Tunisia to inform regional analysis and programme adaptation.
• Support harmonisation of tools, methodologies, and monitoring frameworks across participating countries.
• Represent the Tunisia project Office in regional coordination meetings and working groups.
• Coordinate IUCN’s activities in Tunisia to ensure alignment with national priorities, IUCN’s Programme, and relevant regional objectives.
• Serve as the main focal point for national authorities, agencies, and institutions in Tunisia.
• Maintain strong coordination with the IUCN National Committee in Tunisia, including the State Member, and support its activities, visibility, and engagement.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with governmental bodies, international organisations, NGOs, academic institutions, and technical partners.
• Facilitate collaborations and promote the use of IUCN standards, tools, and knowledge products at national level.
• Support the planning and implementation of the Tunisia Project Office’s annual workplan.
• Contribute to national project development, strategic initiatives, and the identification of new partnership opportunities.
• Support communications, visibility, and stakeholder engagement efforts in Tunisia.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in natural or social sciences, environment, development studies, international cooperation, public administration, or other relevant disciplines.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in programme or project coordination in Tunisia.
• Demonstrated experience with government institutions, NGOs, and/or international organisations.
• Previous experience collaborating with civil society organisations (CSOs) is strongly recommended.
• Experience in capacity building, organisational development, and/or supporting CSOs in institutional strengthening.
• Solid understanding of donor‑funded project management, including planning, reporting, and monitoring frameworks.
• Knowledge of North Africa and Mediterranean regional contexts is an asset.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and networking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with IUCN tools, standards, and nature conservation frameworks is an advantage.
• Demonstrated commitment to civil society engagement and locally‑led conservation approaches.
• Work Visa for Tunisia is required.
• Fluency in Arabic and French, both written and spoken.
• Good working knowledge of English is required.
• Knowledge of Spanish or other Mediterranean languages is an asset.
• Ability to travel regularly within Tunisia and occasionally to Spain or other North African countries.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
• High level of integrity and strong commitment to IUCN values.

Application Process

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the “Apply” button. Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews. Other job opportunities are published on the IUCN website: https://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/

About IUCN

IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non‑governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together. Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards. IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development. Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well‑being.