Background
For a project which supports the development of higher education and research in Kosovo*, World University Service - Austrian Committee (WUS Austria), as lead of a consortium consisting of WUS Austria, Zentrum für Soziale Innovation (ZSI) and OeAD, is looking for an International Team Leader in the field of Higher Education and Research.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the sound management and timely implementation of the project, as well as the efficient use of project funds and
management of the project team and experts;
- Responsible for planning and supervising all project activities, and carrying out/taking part in the implementation of the activities of the project
in close cooperation with all project partners;
- Coordinates project activities with the Project Steering Board and the represented organizations, and coordinates of the Steering Board
meetings;
- Fosters policy dialogue with relevant stakeholders, conceptual support to the ADC Office in Pristina, supports whole of government approach,
coordinated by the ADC office in Pristina,
Required Skills and Experience
- A university degree (minimum: Master’s degree or equivalent) in Social Sciences, Humanities, Education, Law or other relevant disciplines;
- Experience in managing and motivating a multicultural team;
- Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as strong inter-personal, networking and mediation skills;
- Fluency in written and spoken English;
- Knowledge of local language(s) is an asset.
- At least 10 years of experience in project management in an international working environment;
Deadline: 15 September 2016
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