National consultant for Career Guidance Model contextualization for the Education system in Albania, Tirana, Education section, 11.5 Months, Remote work

High level of English written and spoken

Masters degree. The position requires background formation in Education, Career Guidance, Psychology, Human Development, Sociology, or related fields, with demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing career guidance systems in education, and school-to-work transition frameworks in Albania. 

• At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in career guidance, education systems development, or related fields, including demonstrated experience in working with career guidance models, frameworks, or programmes at national or system level in Albania. Proven experience in designing and/or implementing career guidance systems or programmes within the Albanian education systems, along with background in working with education institutions in Albania.

• demonstrated work experience in policy analysis, education reform, and system strengthening, as well as experience in conducting qualitative research, including interviews, focus groups, stakeholder consultations, facilitating of trainings etc.

• demonstrated work experience in developing analytical reports, policy briefs, and education frameworks.

• Experience working with international organizations, such as UN agencies or EU-funded programmes, is considered an asset.

• Strong knowledge of career guidance theories, models, and best practices

• Solid understanding of the education system in Albania, and school-to-work transition pathways based on EU experiences

• Very good analytical and research skills, including policy and systems analysis

• Strong facilitation, training and stakeholder engagement skills

• Excellent writing and presentation skills

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• An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• A separate financial proposal  TMC0002510 Financial proposal 2.docx

• Technical proposal requirement:

1. Methodology proposed
2. Example of similar work conducted previously

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Advertised: 21 May 2026 Central Europe Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Jun 2026 Central Europe Daylight Time

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