PLANET S.A. is preparing a tender for an EU funded project with the title “Training on Financial and Contractual Procedures in the Framework of the 11th European Development Fund (EDF) ACP Countries”.

The overall objective of the project of which this contract will be a part is as follows: This training programme is essential for sound and efficient management in the context of EC devolution. It will enable National Authorising Officers’ (NAOs) and Regional Authorising Officers’ (RAOs) staff as well as EC Staff to better understand the main functioning of the 11th EDF and consequently how to make full use of its financing resources.

In this context, PLANET S.A. is looking for a qualified professional for the Key expert 1: Project Director (Team Leader) with the following qualifications:

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent diploma in a relevant subject preferably in fields related to Business, Management, Human Resources or Law.
• Very good knowledge of either English or French and good knowledge of the other language.
• Very good communication and management skills

General professional experience

• At least 6 years of working experience on projects in the developing countries (of which preferably 3 years in projects for ACP countries).

Specific professional experience

• At least 4 years’ experience in the training field
• At least 4 years’ experience in project management
• Preferably working experiences in the field of contract management, procurement and/or financial execution of contracts

The Project Director will be the main interface between the Contractor and the European Commission for all matters related to this contract/project. He/she will also deliver courses as a trainer.

All interested, available and qualified professionals could forward their updated CV (tailored as much as possible to the requirements aforementioned) along with their expected remuneration at mkourkouli@planet.gr to the attention of Ms. Maria Kourkouli.