Culture-Communication and Coordination Expert

The “European Union Communication and Visibility in Egypt” project supports the EU Delegation (EUD) in Egypt in strengthening communication, cultural diplomacy, visibility, and public engagement around the EU-Egypt partnership. Cultural diplomacy and cultural engagement activities represent an important component of EU outreach efforts in Egypt and contribute to strengthening dialogue, visibility, audience engagement, and relations with cultural stakeholders, youth, artists, creative communities, and the wider public. The project supports the implementation and promotion of cultural events, screenings, festivals, awareness activities, cultural collaborations, and communication actions in coordination with EU Member States, cultural institutes, implementing partners, and relevant stakeholders. The objective of this assignment is to support the coordination, communication, visibility, promotion, and documentation of cultural diplomacy and cultural engagement activities implemented under the project. The Senior Non-Key Expert - Culture Communication and Coordination Expert will support coordination with cultural institutions and stakeholders, mapping of the cultural landscape and activities in Egypt, promotion of cultural events and initiatives, and implementation of communication and visibility actions related to cultural activities and EU Member States initiatives. The expert will contribute to strengthening the visibility and outreach of cultural activities while ensuring proper coordination, communication dissemination, media documentation, and archiving of cultural-related outputs and activities. Scope of Work: Culture Communication and Coordination Expert The expert will work in coordination with and under the supervision of the Team Leader, who will be responsible for quality control and for addressing any additional tasks that may be necessary to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of the deliverables. EUMS Monthly Cultural Calendar Conduct monthly mapping and follow-up of cultural activities organised by EU Member States, embassies, and cultural institutes in Egypt. Compile and organise all relevant event information, visuals, logos, links, and communication content required for the monthly EUMS cultural calendar. Coordinate with cultural focal points and stakeholders to ensure timely collection and verification of information. NB: when reaching out to any external stakeholder and any EU MS cultural attaché on behalf of project and for the purpose of this exercise, the EU Project manager, the TL as well as the project director need to be copied in all communication. Liaise with the graphic designer for the development, review, finalisation, and publication of the monthly calendar no later than 10 days before the end of each month. European Day of Languages- September 2026 Lead the coordination and implementation follow-up of the EDL activity, including stakeholder coordination, communication support, event planning (logistics), invitations, content development for visibility materials, dissemination (social media, press release) … Coordinate with EU Member States, cultural institutes, speakers, participants, service providers, and relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of the activity in line with EUD visibility and communication requirements. NB: In all communication with EUMS representatives, the EU Project manager, the TL as well as the project director need. Document results, best practices, and lessons learned from the activity/event and develop the event report Deliverables Monthly EUMS cultural calendar – finalised one week before the end of the month. European Day of Languages event implementation and reporting. Organised archive of cultural activity documentation, list of contacts, visibility & communication materials, and media assets. Monitoring & Evaluation Identify and document best practices and lessons learned to inform and strengthen future communication activities. Duration of Assignment The assignment will last till December 2026 and can be renewed upon satisfactory performance until May 2027. Requirements Qualification, experience & skills University degree in Communications, Cultural Management, Media, International Relations, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in cultural coordination, communication, event management, or cultural diplomacy activities. Strong coordination and stakeholder communication skills. Experience coordinating with cultural institutes, embassies, festivals, or cultural initiatives is highly desirable. Good organisational, documentation, and reporting skills. Excellent command of Arabic and English. Responsive, organised, and able to work under tight timelines.