Dermatologist Jobs in Lebanon

???? We're Hiring: Graphic Designer <br> <br>Join the BSO Recruitment team! <br> <br>We are looking for a creative and motivated Graphic Designer with a passion for social media to join our office in Dekweneh. <br> <br>Requirements: <br>???? 0–1 year of experience <br>???? Knowledge of Canva, Adobe Photoshop, and AI tools <br>???? Basic understanding of social media content creation and design <br>???? Creative, organized, and eager to learn <br> <br>???? Location: Dekweneh, Lebanon <br>✅ Preference will be given to candidates living in or near the Dekweneh area. <br> <br>???? Send your CV to: consultant@bso.com.lb <br>???? WhatsApp: 81-491040 <br> <br>Only shortlisted candidates who match the requirements will be contacted

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>A <b>Business Development Executive</b> specializing in international floral sales serves as a vital bridge between global growers and wholesale/distribution networks. This role requires a blend of horticultural knowledge and sharp commercial acumen to manage a fast-paced, perishable supply chain across international borders.</p><p><b>&nbsp;</b></p><p><b>Core Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>&nbsp;</b></p><ul><li><b>Market Expansion:</b> Identify and secure new international partnerships with wholesalers and distributors to grow the company's global footprint.</li><li><b>Strategic Sourcing &amp; Sales:</b> Align global supply (seasonal varieties, farm capacity) with buyer demand to optimize sales throughput and minimize spoilage.</li><li><b>Relationship Management:</b> Build and maintain long-term, high-value relationships with key accounts, acting as a trusted advisor on floral trends and pricing.</li><li><b>Negotiation &amp; Contracting:</b> Lead complex international negotiations regarding pricing, credit terms, and delivery schedules to ensure profitability.</li><li><b>Logistics Oversight:</b> Collaborate with logistics teams to monitor cold-chain shipping and ensure "just-in-time" delivery of fresh products.</li><li><b>Data Analysis:</b> Track and report on sales KPIs, market dynamics, and competitor activity to adjust regional strategies in real-time.</li></ul><p><br></p> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><ul><li><b>Education:</b> A Bachelor’s degree in <b>International Business</b>, <b>Marketing</b>, or <b>Horticulture/Agriculture</b> is typically required.</li><li><b>Experience:</b> 3–5 years of success in international sales or business development, preferably within the <b>floriculture or perishable goods</b> industries and dealing with wholesalers or distributors.</li><li><b>Technical Skills:</b> Proficiency in cold calling, emailing and <b>CRM software</b> (e.g., Salesforce, Hubspot, or similar) and data base and analytics tools.</li><li><b>Industry Knowledge:</b> Deep understanding of floral varieties, seasonality, and global trade regulations/customs processes.</li><li><b>Soft Skills:</b> Exceptional cross-cultural communication, high emotional intelligence, and a results-oriented "hunter" mindset.</li><li><b>Mobility:</b> Willingness to travel extensively to international trade shows and client locations.</li><li><b>Languages:</b> Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish, Dutch, or other major trade languages is a significant advantage.</li></ul><p><br></p></div>

<p>The consultant is expected to provide a final report that includes recommendations to ensure alignment and consistency between the internal regulations related to the Labour Law, particularly those affecting the implementation of flexible work arrangements, and to develop draft by-laws governing the implementation of these new flexible work arrangements.</p><p>In May 2025, the Lebanese Parliament adopted Law No. 3/2025, amending the Labour Law to formally recognize flexible, part-time, and remote work arrangements and to extend National Social Security Fund (NSSF) coverage of workers. This new law was proposed by the Head of the Women and Children Parliamentary Committee following a process that included a case study on childcare in Lebanon, public hearings and dialogues, in addition to a legal study and meetings, all in collaboration between ESCWA and the committee. This reform represents a milestone in Lebanon's labour and social protection framework, aiming to promote inclusive and equitable access to employment. It is particularly significant for advancing women's economic participation, as flexible and family-friendly work arrangements can help reduce barriers that prevent women - especially those with caregiving responsibilities - from entering or remaining in the workforce.</p><p>In order to ensure the effective implementation of the new law, ESCWA, UN Women, and the International Labour Organization (ILO) joined hands to provide technical assistance to the Lebanese Women and Children Parliamentary Committee to support its follow-up on the implementation of the law as part of the Parliament's role in post-legislative scrutiny. The process entailed a legal study/advice to propose reforms and updates to the internal laws and regulations of the Lebanese National Social Security Fund (NSSF). These reforms and updates are necessary to allow for the implementation of Law No. 3/2025 without misuse of the new arrangements for fraudulent purposes, which, in turn, serves as a foundational input to guide the actuarial feasibility study leading to the full implementation of the labour law reform while also ensuring the benefits of this reform are utilized appropriately and fairly. These efforts must be aligned with the Labor Law and its implementing by-laws. Therefore, updates and reforms to the Ministry of Labor's by-laws are necessary to ensure the full and coherent implementation of the Labor Law reforms.</p><p>Against this backdrop, ESCWA, as it continues its technical support to ensure a full implementation of Law No. 3/2025, seeks to hire a consultant to undertake necessary research, advise and support the reform of the by-laws of the labour code in full alignment with the NSSF internal regulations. The consultant will work in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour, the NSSF and the technical team working on the implementation of the law reform.</p><ul><li>Desk review: Conduct a revision of the Ministry of Labour relevant rules and internal regulations and by-laws in conjunction with those of the NSSF;</li><li>Ensure alignment of the internal regulations between the two entities;</li><li>Undertake consultations with involved stakeholders on the relevance and consequences of different options and alternatives to ensure the effective implementation of Flexible Work Arrangements including the required actuarial studies;</li><li>Suggest labour-law related by-laws for the Ministry of Labour, specifically in relation to flexible work arrangements;</li><li>Propose monitoring and evaluation procedures for the application of the amended labour law.</li></ul><p>The consultant is expected to provide regular updates on the work progress.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p>A master's degree in Lebanese law is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in areas related to law reform and changes is required. Previous experience in working on labour law and/or social security laws is desirable. Previous experience in working on labor and social security laws in Lebanon is desirable. English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in Arabic is required. Knowledge of French and English is desirable. Note: Fluency equals a rating of fluent in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and Knowledge of equals a rating of confident in two of the four areas.

Job Description: Project Architect – Liberia <br> <br>Contract: Three months, fixed-term <br>Location: Liberia; candidates currently based in Liberia are preferred <br>Reports to: Project Manager / Head of Design <br>Project: [Insert project name and location] <br>Start date: [Insert date] <br> <br>Role overview <br> <br>[1] is seeking an experienced and practical Project Architect to support a three-month construction and design assignment in Liberia. The role will focus on design development, construction documentation, shop drawings, as-built drawings, site coordination, and project close-out. <br>The preferred candidate will already be in Liberia and available to start at short notice. Candidates outside Liberia may be considered if they can mobilize immediately and remain available for the full contract. <br> <br>Key responsibilities <br> <br>• <br>Develop and update architectural plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and construction drawings. <br> <br>• <br>Review the project brief, existing drawings, specifications, site conditions, and design changes. <br> <br>• <br>Prepare, coordinate, and review architectural shop drawings for doors, windows, ceilings, partitions, joinery, finishes, stairs, façades, and related works. <br> <br>• <br>Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialist works. <br> <br>• <br>Verify site conditions and measurements, record construction changes, and prepare accurate progressive and final as-built drawings. <br> <br>• <br>Attend site inspections and coordination meetings and respond to technical queries. <br> <br>• <br>Check architectural works against approved drawings, specifications, materials, and workmanship requirements. <br> <br>• <br>Maintain drawing registers, revision logs, technical queries, site notes, and the final handover package. <br> <br>• <br>Support the Project Manager, client, consultant, contractor, subcontractors, and suppliers in resolving design and construction issues. <br> <br>Qualifications and experience <br> <br>• <br>Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or an equivalent recognized qualification. <br> <br>• <br>Minimum five years of relevant architectural experience, preferably on building, commercial, institutional, residential, hospitality, or mixed-use projects. <br> <br>• <br>Demonstrated experience with design development, construction drawings, shop drawings, as-built documentation, and active construction sites. <br> <br>• <br>Strong AutoCAD skills. Revit, BIM coordination, SketchUp, or similar software is an advantage. <br> <br>• <br>Good understanding of construction materials, finishes, detailing, site measurement, and document control. <br> <br>• <br>Ability to work independently, coordinate multiple disciplines, communicate clearly, and deliver accurate work under tight deadlines. <br> <br>• <br>Professional registration or eligibility for registration is preferred, subject to applicable Liberian and project requirements. <br> <br>Contract and application <br> <br>The successful candidate will work primarily from the project site or designated project office in Liberia, with travel within Liberia if required. Remuneration will be agreed based on experience. Applicants should state their expected monthly rate or total fee, availability, current location, and ability to work in Liberia. <br> <br>Please submit a CV, short cover letter, portfolio or relevant work samples, qualifications, and two professional references to [insert email address] by [insert closing date]. Use the subject line: Application – Project Architect, Liberia. <br> <br>Short advertisement <br> <br>Project Architect – Liberia | Three-Month Contract

???? We're Hiring: Sales / Business Development Executive <br> <br>Join the BSO team! <br> <br>???? Location: Dekweneh, Lebanon <br>???? Employment Type: Full-Time <br> <br>Requirements: <br>✔ 1–2 years of experience in Sales or Business Development <br>✔ Strong personality with excellent communication and negotiation skills <br>✔ Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven <br>✔ Passion for building client relationships and driving business growth <br> <br>???? How to Apply: <br>Send your CV to consultant@bso.com.lb <br>???? Mobile: 81 491 040 <br> <br>⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates who match the requirements will be contacted. <br> <br>???? Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this vacancy with them and help us find the right talent!

Main Duties: <br>The Sales Consultant is responsible for engaging with customers, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions that meet their preferences and budget. The role involves showcasing furniture collections, delivering exceptional customer service, and driving sales to achieve individual and team targets. Additionally, the role involves maintaining showroom appearance and assisting with inventory management. <br>Key Responsibilities: <br>Customer Engagement <br>Welcome customers to the showroom and provide a warm, professional shopping experience.Understand customer needs and preferences through active listening and effective communication.Offer expert advice on furniture styles, materials, functionality, and design trends. <br>Sales and Relationship Building <br>Present and promote furniture products and solutions to meet customer requirements.Provide detailed product information, including dimensions, materials, and care instructions.Close sales effectively while building long-term relationships with clients for repeat business. <br>Showroom Maintenance <br>Ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and visually appealing.Arrange furniture displays to highlight key products and seasonal trends.Update price tags, brochures, and promotional materials as needed. <br>Order Management <br>Prepare quotations, process orders, and follow up with customers regarding delivery timelines.Coordinate with the Branch Manager to ensure timely delivery and installation. <br>Market and Product Knowledge <br>Stay updated on product offerings, new arrivals, and industry trends.Monitor competitor activities and provide feedback to the sales team for strategy adjustments. <br>Customer Support <br>Address customer inquiries and concerns in a timely, professional manner.Assist customers with after-sales services, including warranty claims and product care. <br>Qualifications <br>Proven experience as a Sales Consultant, preferably in the furniture or interior design industry.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to build rapport with customers and deliver a personalized shopping experience.Proficient in using sales tools and Microsoft Office.Creative flair with a strong sense of design and attention to detail.Results-driven, with the ability to meet and exceed sales targets.Customer-focused approach.Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills.Organizational and time management abilities.Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset. <br>Work Hours 10AM-7PM Friday to Saturday

<p>The screening process will be completed within the four coming weeks; Due to the large volume of applicants, we are unable to respond to application queries, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The ICRC is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all its employees. Inclusion is embedded in the principles and values of the Movement as it is committed to non-discrimination, as confirmed by the principles of humanity and impartiality, and is open to all, as confirmed by the principle of unity. We are continually taking steps to improve diversity and inclusion within the organization as well as ensure it is embedded in our programming. We are committed to ensuring fair and equitable recruitment and promotion opportunities for all individuals and welcome all qualified candidates to apply to positions at the ICRC. Further, we are committed to achieving gender parity for our staff in management positions, as part of our institutional strategy objectives related to inclusion. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Lebanon. What we do Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence. In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on. We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats. Purpose The Assistant &amp; IM Officer provides (high-level) administrative support and oversees information management, under the supervision of the Executive Assistant &amp; IM Officer. S/he acts as a reference person for information management risk mitigation activities in the delegation. Accountabilities &amp; functional responsibilities Information management: Under the supervision of the Executive Assistant IM Officer (EAIMO): • Practically follows up on the active monitoring of information security practices in the delegation. • Development and monitoring of access policy users have access to the information they need to perform their duties includes group membership and access monitoring. • Manages and monitors collaborative spaces and databases, including access, and updates information in the reference tools. • Ensures transfer of information is done using the correct platforms. • Performs assessment on the use of non-ICRC tools in the delegation the underlying reasons and provides institutional solutions where available. • Monitors the functional mailbox, distributes incoming messages to the relevant interlocutors and departments. • Organizes, supervises and manages the use of a range of collaborative tools (i.e. TS) and databases. • Updates general information in the reference tools (databases or others). • With certain exceptions dictated by the situation, act as access manager and possibly account manager • Drafts and finalizes correspondence, internal presentations, meeting minutes and other documents, shares information among users when needed. Training and support: • Briefs systematically all new staff on above-mentioned subjects, trains regularly all users and ensures compliance with rules and procedures. • Makes sure that all staff know and apply ICRC rules regarding correspondence and ICRC protocol. • Keeps their knowledge and skills up to date on ICRC Information Management tools, digital solutions and institutional platforms (e-mail, information-sharing, records-management, intranet, etc.), informs users on new tools and promotes the adoption of new features and functionalities. Field visits: • Assist the EAIMO and IM Coordinator with visits to the SubDelegations to check the colleagues needs, challenges and provide the necessary training. Certifications / Education required • Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Information Management or a related field. Professional experience required • A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in assisting high level professionals preferably within an international organization, NGO, or multinational environment and 2 years of experience in user support, training, and capacity building. Desired skills • Leadership: Basic • Accountability: Advanced • People Management : Basic • Teamwork &amp; Collaboration: Expert • Representing the ICRC: Advanced • Beneficiary &amp; Client focused: Expert • Information Management: Proficient • Administrative &amp; Executive Support: Advanced • Digital Literacy (MS Office, SharePoint, Outlook): Advanced • Confidentiality &amp; Professionalism: Advanced • Attention to Detail: Advanced • Training &amp; User Support: Advanced • Planning &amp; Organization: Advanced • Events Management: Proficient • Written Communication: Advanced • Verbal Communication: Proficient • Problem Solving: Proficient • Adaptability: Proficient Language • Arabic: Native. • English: Full professional working What we offer • Salary Package: 2 120 3 095 USD/Month (As per ICRC salary scale, salary setting processes will determine fair setting in coherence with the qualifications of the applicant and the requirements of the job). • Transportation Allowance: 13$ per day. • 13th Month of salary paid in December, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked. • Salary Review/Increase: annually • Annual Leave: 20 calendar working days of paid leave per year, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked. • Health Insurance: Full insurance coverage (no co-NSSF) - 90% of premium fees under the class B covered by the ICRC; option for class upgrade is available with extra charges. Coverings include: In-Patient: including pre-existing cases / Out-Patients: Doctor Visits, Medicines, Laboratory tests, Therapeutical services (Physiotherapy, Psychotherapy sessions) • International Retirement Saving Plan (IRSP): a contribution valued at 11.5% of your monthly salary, these savings are paid by the end of service as a lump sum. • Other benefits subject to internal rules and regulations: High Cost of Living Allowance (HCLA), Schooling allowance, Eyeglasses Reimbursement, Learning and career development opportunities, Internal mobility opportunities leading to expatriate roles. Additional information •&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Information Management or a related field.<br>• A minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in assisting high level professionals preferably within an international organization, NGO, or multinational environment and 2 years of experience in user support, training, and capacity building.<br>• Leadership: Basic<br>• Accountability: Advanced<br>• People Management : Basic<br>• Teamwork &amp; Collaboration: Expert<br>• Representing the ICRC: Advanced<br>• Beneficiary &amp; Client focused: Expert<br>• Information Management: Proficient<br>• Administrative &amp; Executive Support: Advanced<br>• Digital Literacy (MS Office, SharePoint, Outlook): Advanced<br>• Confidentiality &amp; Professionalism: Advanced<br>• Attention to Detail: Advanced<br>• Training &amp; User Support: Advanced<br>• Planning &amp; Organization: Advanced<br>• Events Management: Proficient<br>• Written Communication: Advanced<br>• Verbal Communication: Proficient<br>• Problem Solving: Proficient<br>• Adaptability: Proficient<br>• Arabic: Native.<br>• English: Full professional working</p>

<p><b>Purpose</b></p><p>Provides advanced functional and technical support for RESOLVE, Microsoft Dynamics 365/Dataverse and other forensic data systems, troubleshooting application, database and data-processing issues.</p><p>Develops advanced SQL queries and scripts to investigate, extract, update, reconcile and manage complex relational data.</p><p>Responsible Handover, Data Structuring and Transfer Support</p><p><br></p><p>Provides technical support to the Responsible Handover of Missing Persons Data project, delivering agreed technical outputs in line with project priorities and timelines.</p><p>Analyses source and target data structures and supports data mapping, transformation, extraction, preparation, reconciliation and migration while preserving data integrity and traceability.</p><p>SQL Development, Automation, Bulk Processing and Data Quality</p><p><br></p><p>Develops advanced SQL scripts, automations and bulk-processing solutions across forensic data systems and datasets.</p><p>Designs and implements bulk imports, updates, transformations, corrections and automated or semi-automated data-processing workflows.</p><p>Develops technical controls for data quality, validation, reconciliation, logging and exception handling, and identifies technical bottlenecks and solutions.</p><p>Technical Documentation, Coordination and Knowledge Transfer</p><p><br></p><p>Produces and maintains technical documentation for scripts, automations, mappings, configurations and migration processes.</p><p>Ensures technical solutions are properly handed over to the ICRC with the documentation and information required for continued operation and maintenance.</p><p>Certifications / Education required</p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Computer Science, or another closely related technical discipline</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><b>Professional experience required</b></p><p>Minimum of 8 years of substantial hands-on professional coding experience as a core part of the role, including advanced scripting, automation, bulk data processing and work with complex relational data systems.</p><p>Desired skills</p><p>Leadership: Proficient</p><p>Accountability: Advanced</p><p>People management: Basic</p><p>Team work &amp; collaboration: Advanced</p><p>Representing ICRC: Proficient</p><p>Beneficiary &amp; client focus: Advanced</p><p>Service delivery: Advanced</p><p>Communication: Advanced</p><p>Problem Solving : Advanced</p><p>Functional support: Expert</p><p>Results and quality focus: Advanced</p><p>Resilience and stress management: Advanced</p><p>Aspired Trainings / Certifications</p><p>Relevant advanced database/SQL, data engineering, enterprise application support, Microsoft Dynamics 365/Dataverse, or related technical certifications are assets.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Other Requirements</b></p><p>Demonstrated day-to-day coding experience is essential. The position requires advanced practical SQL development and scripting expertise, together with strong experience supporting and troubleshooting complex relational data environments. General familiarity with SQL, occasional querying or reporting use, or academic knowledge alone is not sufficient.</p><p>Candidates must be able to independently translate complex operational requirements into reliable technical solutions, including SQL scripts, automations, bulk-processing routines, data-quality controls and troubleshooting solutions.</p><p>A high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and technical discipline is essential, together with a structured and organized working approach, clean and maintainable technical solutions, systematic testing and validation, clear documentation, traceability of changes, and careful follow-up through to completion.</p><p>Strong analytical problem-solving and root-cause investigation skills are required. Equivalent technical qualifications combined with extensive directly relevant professional experience may be considered, subject to PAC/job-grading requirements. French is an asset.</p><p>The role is primarily focused on back-end data processing, relational database support, scripting, automation, bulk operations and technical troubleshooting</p><p>A practical technical assessment covering advanced SQL coding, relational data logic, troubleshooting and automation will form part of the selection process.</p><p>Language</p><p>Arabic: Fluent.</p><p>English: Full professional working.</p><p>What we offer</p><p>Salary Package: 3’018 – 4’408 USD/Month (As per ICRC salary scale, salary setting processes will determine fair setting in coherence with the qualifications of the applicant and the requirements of the job).</p><p>Transportation Allowance: 15.8$ per day.</p><p>13th Month of salary paid in December, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.</p><p>Salary Review/Increase: annually</p><p>Annual Leave: 20 calendar working days of paid leave per year, pro rata basis in accordance with the period worked.</p><p>Health Insurance: Full insurance coverage (no co-NSSF) - 90% of premium fees under the class B covered by the ICRC; option for class upgrade is available with extra charges. Coverings include: In-Patient: including pre-existing cases / Out-Patients: Doctor Visits, Medicines, Laboratory tests, Therapeutical services (Physiotherapy, Psychotherapy sessions)</p><p>International Retirement Saving Plan (IRSP): a contribution valued at 11.5% of your monthly salary, these savings are paid by the end of service as a lump sum.</p><p>Other benefits subject to internal rules and regulations: High Cost of Living Allowance (HCLA), Schooling allowance, Eyeglasses Reimbursement, Learning and career development opportunities, Internal mobility opportunities leading to expatriate roles.</p><p>Additional information</p><p>Location: Beirut</p><p>Working Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8am to 5pm.</p><p>Type of contract: Fixed Term, 1 year (Renewable based on performance and need for position).</p><p>Estimated start date: November 2026</p><p>Application deadline: October 2, 2026</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Computer Science, or another closely related technical discipline</li><li>Minimum of 8 years of substantial hands-on professional coding experience as a core part of the role, including advanced scripting, automation, bulk data processing and work with complex relational data systems.</li><li>Demonstrated day-to-day coding experience is essential. The position requires advanced practical SQL development and scripting expertise, together with strong experience supporting and troubleshooting complex relational data environments.</li><li>Candidates must be able to independently translate complex operational requirements into reliable technical solutions, including SQL scripts, automations, bulk-processing routines, data-quality controls and troubleshooting solutions.</li><li>A high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and technical discipline is essential, together with a structured and organized working approach, clean and maintainable technical solutions, systematic testing and validation, clear documentation, traceability of changes, and careful follow-up through to completion.</li><li>Strong analytical problem-solving and root-cause investigation skills are required.</li><li>Arabic: Fluent.</li><li>English: Full professional working.</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>• The report prepared should be in Arabic in electronic format. • Minimum report submitted should not be less than 30 pages minimum. • The report must be supported by reliable figures and numbers. • A 2 to 4 pages executive summary of the report. • Final National Open-Source Software Policy, with annexes and an implementation roadmap. The completed parts should be edited and saved in MS-Word (*.docx file) or an alternate compatible format. PDF format will not be accepted. It should include a table of contents to be automatically updated followed by a list of all tables and figures. The various parts should be submitted in electronic form and sent to the email address of the designated focal point. Attention is kindly drawn to the need to ensure that the final draft of the outputs be thoroughly reviewed prior to submission and to indicate the sources of tables and diagrams. References to reports and other substantive material should be clearly indicated within the text and noted at the end. It is also essential to send, with the completed output, photocopies or scans of at least the first page of books, reports and bulletins, used as reference material as well as copies of the pages quoted. The content of the generated document shall be the sole property of ESCWA. The content cannot and must not be presented, discussed or published by the consultant without the express authorization of ESCWA and MoTDE. The consultant shall keep in mind that UN-ESCWA routinely checks all deliverables for plagiarism, using readily available electronic tools. All previously published content, even if written by the selected consultant, must be clearly referenced where required within the text and end-noted at the end of the study. The report submitted by the consultant must not contain quoted and/or previously published text equalling more than 20 per cent of the total number of pages. The consultant shall not publish or announce or reveal the content of the report, partly or entirely, on social media or any other public channel, without ESCWA and MoTDE permission.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>16 weeks<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>GENERAL SCOPE Open-source software policies provide a strategic framework governing how public institutions assess, procure, use, develop, reuse and share software whose source code can be inspected, modified and redistributed under an appropriate open licence. Their importance for sustainable development extends well beyond the possibility of avoiding licence fees. When properly implemented, such policies can reduce the duplication of public investments, facilitate interoperability among government systems, increase transparency and auditability, enable solutions to be adapted to local languages and needs, and reduce excessive dependence on individual technology suppliers. They can also allow governments, universities, local companies and civil society organizations to collaborate on shared digital solutions, thereby strengthening national technological capabilities, creating opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises and supporting local digital employment. Open-source software solutions are particularly relevant to lower- and middle-income and crisis-affected countries because they can be reused and adapted rather than developed repeatedly from the beginning. The United Nations recognizes open-source software as an important category of digital public goods and calls for greater investment in such goods to advance the Sustainable Development Goals . In this sense, open-source policies can contribute directly to SDG 9 on innovation and resilient infrastructure, SDG 16 on effective, accountable and inclusive institutions, and SDG 17 on partnerships, while also supporting digital services in health, education, social protection, agriculture and local government. Nevertheless, open-source adoption should not be treated as an automatic or purely cost-saving choice. Effective policies should address total cost of ownership, cybersecurity, software maintenance, licensing compliance, accessibility, data protection, documentation, technical support and long-term community governance. Several governments have institutionalized these principles. The European Commission’s Open Source Software Strategy promotes a “Think Open” approach through which European institutions are encouraged to use, share and contribute to open-source solutions, increase software reuse and strengthen technological control and collaboration across administrations . France has established a dedicated government open-source function, the code.gouv.fr platform and the Socle Interministériel de Logiciels Libres, a reference catalogue of open-source software recommended for use across the public administration . Within the Arab region, Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority published a Free and Open-Source Government Software Strategy and an implementation guideline aimed at improving technology leadership, increasing efficiency in government IT spending, encouraging software and source-code reuse, and supporting the growth of the national digital economy. Egypt has also, since several years, adopted a national strategy supporting free and open-source software, while the Software Engineering Competence Center under the Information Technology Industry Development Agency serves as the government’s focal point for this field. For Palestine, an open-source software policy could become an important instrument for building affordable, resilient and nationally sustainable digital government. In a context of severe fiscal constraints and service-delivery arrangements, the systematic reuse of secure and proven software components could help reduce repeated development and licensing expenditure, while improving interoperability among ministries, municipalities and public institutions. Furthermore, requiring donor-funded digital projects to use open standards, provide adequate documentation and consider publication under suitable open-source licences could improve national ownership and prevent isolated systems from being abandoned after project financing ends. These benefits would require a phased implementation model based on an inventory of existing systems, open and interoperable technical standards, procurement rules that evaluate open-source and proprietary options fairly, security and privacy assessments, capacity-building programmes, and a central open-source programme office or coordination unit responsible for governance, licensing, reuse and sustainable maintenance. The United Nations is involved in enhancing the use of emerging technologies for sustainable development. In September 2024 during the Summit of the Future, world leaders adopted the Pact for the Future and its annexes: the Global Digital Compact (GDC) and Declaration on Future Generations. The GDC mandates UN Regional Commissions to provide support to Member States to advance digital transformation. Most recently, the Ministry of Telecoms and Digital Economy (MoTDE) in Palestine requested UN-ESCWA’s assistance to develop the national policy for open source software. The provision of this advisory service is the subject of these terms of reference. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The consultant shall propose to the designated ESCWA focal point a detailed version of the report outline. The proposed report should include the following sections: (1) Review best regional and international practices on Open-Source software policies, strategies and frameworks (at least 2 international and 2 regional practices); (2) Analyse the different existing policies and frameworks related to digital technologies in Palestine; (3) Review and further develop the draft National Open-Source Software Policy, including its technical annexes on Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) and Cloud Computing, ensuring consistency between the main policy and its annexes and alignment with relevant national, regional and international good practices (4) Conduct interviews with the various stakeholders and summarize their remarks and observations, including representatives of public and private sectors to better capture the needs of all segments of society; (5) Suggest a draft policy based on international and regional practices, the background doc and the conducted interviews/meetings; (6) Present the draft policy in a consultative workshop/meeting. (7) Update the policy based on received comments from ESCWA, MoTDE and other stakeholders participating in the workshop. ESCWA promotes gender equality and integration of youth through its publications and therefore the consultant should pay attention, with the help of ESCWA staff, to gender considerations and youth dimension throughout the research work and thereby ensure that the narrative language should be gender sensitive.<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>A Master's degree in digital technologies, software engineering or a related field is required; a Ph.D. is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. At least 10 years of professional experience and research in digital technologies/software engineering is required Demonstrated professional experience in open-source governance and licensing, digital-government architecture, API governance and interoperability, cloud governance and procurement, cybersecurity and data protection is desirable. Previous experience in policy development is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, Fluency in Arabic and English is required. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>

<p>Result of Service The consultant will support the assessment and development of project proposals submitted by Member States for the 2026 Call for Proposals, ensuring their alignment with UNRSF priorities, Fund eligibility criteria, and relevant road safety standards. in addition to submitting a regional project proposal in line with UNRSF criteria.</p> <p>Work Location Remote Expected duration 2 months</p> <h3>Duties and Responsibilities</h3> <p>Background ESCWA plays an active role in supporting Member States in accessing funding through the United Nations Road Safety Fund (UNRSF) Call for Proposals, including assistance with the preparation, review, and submission of project documents aligned with the UNRSF s proposal guidelines. For the 2026 cycle, the UNRSF will prioritize programmes that support the adoption and implementation of road safety laws and standards aligned with relevant UN legal instruments. Priority will be given to country- or city-level interventions that address key gaps identified in the 2023 Global Status Report on Road Safety (GSRRS). Where feasible, the Fund encourages regional programmes involving three or more countries. Proposals may include: 1. Safe Motorcycle mobility 2. Safe system approach</p> <p>Objective The consultant will be responsible to support ESCWA in assessing and developing project proposals submitted by Member States for the 2026 UNRSF Call for Proposals, ensuring alignment with the Fund s priorities and eligibility criteria.</p> <h3>Duties and Responsibilities</h3> <p>The consultant on road safety will be responsible for the following tasks:</p> <ul> <li>Assessment of project summaries received from Member states for the UNRSF call for proposals 2026.</li> <li>Preparation of concept notes of selected projects for the first phase of the UNRSF call for proposals 2026.</li> <li>Deliver a virtual capacity-building workshop to strengthen the ability of national focal points to draft project proposals that meet UNRSF eligibility criteria and adhere to the application guidelines.</li> <li>Drafting a regional project proposal on road safety.</li> <li>Any additional tasks requested by the hiring officer to support staff and the project implementation</li> </ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h3>Qualifications/special skills</h3> <p>Master's degree in transport, engineering, road safety or any other related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in the field of road safety is required. Demonstrated knowledge of road safety data management tools and applications, familiarity with the Safe System approach and international road safety standards, processes and eligible criteria and priorities is required. Demonstrated expertise in preparing funding proposals, concept notes, or strategic documents for international development organizations or multilateral funds is required. Previous experience working with national stakeholders, international organizations, and/or the UN system in the Arab region is highly is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations secretariat and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required. Notes: Fluency equals a rating of fluent in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and knowledge of equals a rating of confident in two of the four areas.</p>

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???? We’re Hiring: Service Technician <br>We are looking for a motivated Service Technician to join its team in Lebanon. <br>???? Products: Air Compressors, Dryers, Air Receivers, Industrial Valves & Equipment <br>Requirements: <br>• TS Degree or equivalent <br>• Electrical, Electronics, or Controls background <br>• 3–5 years of experience in maintenance or technical support of electromechanical equipment <br>• Experience with air compressors is a plus <br>• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills <br>• Good organizational skills <br>• Fast learner and proactive <br>• Ability to follow procedures and adapt to established methodologies <br>???? To apply, please register and submit your application through the BSO Recruitment Portal: <br>https://recruit.bso.com.lb/ <br>⚠️ Applications must be submitted through the recruitment portal to be considered. <br>More info : <br>Email : consultant@bso.com.lb

<p><b>INTRODUCTION</b></p><p>The Women s Programs Association (WPA) is a non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO), legally registered with the Ministry of Interior and Municipalities since 2008. Its mission is to provide support to Palestinian refugee women and youth and other vulnerable groups in Lebanon to develop their capacities, realize their rights, and fulfill their needs. This is achieved through Protection, Education, Livelihood, and Humanitarian Assistance programs implemented in seven Palestinian refugee camps and surroundings throughout Lebanon. WPA's work is guided by Transparency, Integrity, Non-Discrimination, Respect for Human Beings.</p><p>Background</p><p>WPA is seeking to strengthen its institutional capacity to ensure sustainability, accountability, and effective service delivery. As part of its institutional development efforts, WPA aims to conduct a mid-term review of its 2 Organizational Strategy, develop Theory of Change, update its strategic priorities, and align programmatic documents accordingly.</p><p>Objective</p><p>The overall objective of this assignment is to conduct a comprehensive mid-term review of WPA s 2 Organizational Strategy. In specific:</p><ul><li>Assess progress, challenges, and emerging priorities considering the current operational context.</li><li>Strengthen the strategic relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of WPA s institutional direction.</li><li>Produce an updated and refined organizational strategy with clear theory of change, and strategic priorities.</li><li>Ensure alignment of programmatic documents and frameworks with the revised strategy.</li></ul><p>Scope of Work</p><p>The consultant will undertake the following tasks:</p><p>A.1 Desk Review</p><ul><li>Conduct a comprehensive review of WPA s 2 Organizational Strategy.</li><li>Review programmatic reports, monitor data, and relevant policy documents.</li><li>Identify key strategic assumptions, implementation progress, and gaps.</li></ul><p>A.2 Stakeholder Consultations</p><ul><li>Facilitate participatory consultations and workshops with WPA staff management and program teams - and key stakeholders.</li><li>Collect qualitative and quantitative inputs on progress, challenges, and priorities.</li></ul><p>A.3 Strategic Assessment</p><ul><li>Analyze progress against strategic objectives.</li><li>Identify achievements, gaps, challenges, and emerging priorities.</li><li>Assess relevance of the current strategy in relation to the evolving context.</li></ul><p>A.4 Theory of Change and Strategy Update</p><ul><li>Develop WPA s Theory of Change</li><li>Develop an updated WPA 2 Organizational Strategy: revise strategic priorities, objectives, and implementation directions based on findings.</li></ul><p>A.5 Validation and Finalization</p><ul><li>Present revised strategy to WPA management and stakeholders.</li><li>Integrate feedback and finalize the document for adoption.</li></ul><p>A.6 Programmatic Alignment</p><ul><li>Review and align program documents (one document for each program), frameworks, and tools with the TOC and updated strategy in coordination with WPA teams.</li></ul><p>Duration</p><p>The contract will be for a maximum of 15 days within a three-months period from September till November 2026.</p><p>Deliverables &amp; Timeline</p><table><thead><tr><td>#</td><td>Deliverable</td><td>Description</td></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Inception Report</td><td>Methodology, workplan, tools, stakeholder mapping</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Situation Analysis Report</td><td>Desk review of relevant documents and Findings from stakeholder workshops/interviews</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Updated Organizational Strategy and Theory of Change</td><td>Revised Strategy document and Theory of Change for WPA</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Aligned Programs overview</td><td>Programmatic frameworks including objective, target and approach</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Final report</td><td>Documentation of the process</td></tr></tbody></table><p>Evaluation Criteria</p><p>Proposals will be subject to a two-step evaluation process:</p><p>1) Technical Evaluation</p><p>Proposals will be evaluated according to the following criteria and weights:</p><ul><li>Criteria (Weight)</li><li>Relevant experience in TOC and strategy development and organizational reviews (30%)</li><li>Technical approach and methodology (35%)</li><li>Understanding of the NGO/humanitarian context (preferably Lebanon/Palestinian context) (15%)</li><li>Qualifications and expertise of the consultant/team (20%)</li></ul><p>2) Financial Evaluation</p><p>Proposals that achieve a minimum technical score of 60% will proceed to the financial evaluation. This stage will assess:</p><ul><li>Cost-effectiveness</li><li>Best value for money</li><li>Alignment with the allocated budget</li></ul><p>Remuneration range</p><p>6000 $</p><p>Required Qualifications:</p><p>The consultant should possess:</p><ul><li>Advanced degree in social sciences, organizational development, management, or related field</li><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in strategy development, organizational reviews, or institutional assessments</li><li>Proven relevant experience working with NGOs in humanitarian or development contexts</li><li>Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Excellent analytical and report-writing skills</li><li>Familiarity with Lebanon or refugee-context programming is an asset</li><li>Registered with the Ministry of Finance</li></ul><p>How to apply</p><p>Interested consultants must fill the form: Institutional Capacity Consultancy</p><p>Fill out form and submit the below documents via email: EMAIL_ADDRESS-lb.org with subject Consultancy - Institutional Capacity :</p><ul><li>Technical proposal (methodology and approach)</li><li>Financial proposal (detailed budget)</li><li>Updated CV(s)</li><li>Samples of previous similar work</li><li>Registration with MOF</li><li>Any relevant supporting documents</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>The consultant should possess:</p><ul><li>Advanced degree in social sciences, organizational development, management, or related field</li><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in strategy development, organizational reviews, or institutional assessments</li><li>Proven relevant experience working with NGOs in humanitarian or development contexts</li><li>Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Excellent analytical and report-writing skills</li><li>Familiarity with Lebanon or refugee-context programming is an asset</li><li>Registered with the Ministry of Finance</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> <p>The Property Internal Sales Consultant role is a unique opportunity for ambitious individuals looking to thrive in the dynamic field of management consulting. In this position, you will play a crucial role in driving sales and client engagement within the property management sector. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for real estate and a strong desire to connect with clients, guiding them through their property investment journeys. </p><p>As a Property Internal Sales Consultant, you will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and continuous improvement. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture where every team member’s contributions are valued. With access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities, you will have the chance to enhance your expertise in property management and sales strategies. This is not just a job; it’s a career path that encourages personal growth and advancement within the organization.</p><p>Our company recognizes the importance of work-life balance and employee well-being. By joining our team, you will be part of a vibrant community that celebrates success and encourages each other to reach new heights. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed, ensuring that your career as a Property Internal Sales Consultant is both rewarding and fulfilling. Seize this opportunity to make a lasting impact in the property management industry while advancing your career in a supportive environment.</p><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ol><li>Engage with potential clients through various channels, including phone calls and emails, to understand their property needs and provide tailored solutions that enhance client satisfaction and drive sales.</li><li>Conduct thorough market research to identify trends and opportunities within the property sector, utilizing analytical tools to inform strategic sales approaches and maximize revenue generation.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring consistent follow-up and support throughout the sales process to foster loyalty and repeat business.</li><li>Collaborate with the marketing team to create and implement effective promotional campaigns that highlight property offerings and attract potential buyers.</li><li>Prepare detailed sales reports and presentations for management, utilizing CRM software to track performance metrics and inform decision-making processes.</li><li>Participate in training sessions and workshops to continuously enhance your sales techniques and industry knowledge, contributing to both personal and team growth.</li><li>Assist in the development of sales strategies and initiatives that align with the company's overall business goals, ensuring a cohesive approach to market penetration.</li><li>Handle client inquiries and resolve any issues promptly, demonstrating exceptional customer service skills to maintain a positive company reputation.</li><li>Stay updated on industry regulations, market conditions, and competitor activities to provide informed advice to clients and maintain a competitive edge in the market.</li></ol> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2> <div data-jb-field="skills"><ul><li>Strong communication skills to effectively engage with clients and convey property information clearly.</li><li>Proficiency in CRM software to manage client relationships and track sales activities.</li><li>Analytical skills to conduct market research and identify sales opportunities.</li><li>Customer service orientation to build and maintain positive client relationships.</li><li>Team collaboration skills to work effectively with marketing and sales teams.</li><li>Time management skills to prioritize tasks and manage sales pipelines efficiently.</li><li>Adaptability to stay current with industry trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.</li></ul></div>

<p>The HR Payroll Functional Consultant is a full-time, on-site role based in Ras Beirut. This role is responsible for analyzing client HR and payroll requirements, configuring and testing payroll modules, and ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processes within the company's software solutions. Day-to-day tasks include gathering and documenting business needs, designing functional workflows, supporting data migration, and validating payroll calculations, tax rules, and employee benefits setup. The consultant collaborates closely with clients and internal technical teams to provide training, resolve functional issues, optimize HR and payroll processes, and support system updates or enhancements. The role also involves preparing user documentation, conducting system demonstrations, and contributing to continuous improvement of the company's HR and payroll offerings.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Candidates should possess strong skills in Payroll Administration and Payroll Services, including payroll configuration, processing, and compliance.</p><p>Candidates should possess solid Human Resources (HR) knowledge, with experience in HR policies, employee records management, and HR workflows.</p><p>Candidates should possess robust Analytical Skills, including the ability to interpret data, diagnose issues, and propose process improvements.</p><p>Candidates should possess understanding of Employee Benefits, including setup and management of benefits, allowances, and deductions.</p><p>Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.</p><p>Experience implementing or supporting HR and payroll modules within ERP or business software solutions.</p><p>Familiarity with regional labor laws and payroll regulations in Lebanon and the broader MENA region.</p><p>Strong communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to conduct trainings and workshops.</p><p>Proficiency in MS Excel and HR/payroll reporting; experience with major ERP platforms is an advantage.</p><p>Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects or client engagements.</p>

<p>Result of Service The report prepared should be in Arabic in electronic format. Minimum report submitted should not be less than 30 pages minimum. The report must be supported by reliable figures and numbers. A 2 to 4 pages executive summary of the report. Final National Open-Source Software Policy, with annexes and an implementation roadmap. The completed parts should be edited and saved in MS-Word (*.docx file) or an alternate compatible format. PDF format will not be accepted. It should include a table of contents to be automatically updated followed by a list of all tables and figures. The various parts should be submitted in electronic form and sent to the email address of the designated focal point. Attention is kindly drawn to the need to ensure that the final draft of the outputs be thoroughly reviewed prior to submission and to indicate the sources of tables and diagrams. References to reports and other substantive material should be clearly indicated within the text and noted at the end. It is also essential to send, with the completed output, photocopies or scans of at least the first page of books, reports and bulletins, used as reference material as well as copies of the pages quoted. The content of the generated document shall be the sole property of ESCWA. The content cannot and must not be presented, discussed or published by the consultant without the express authorization of ESCWA and MoTDE. The consultant shall keep in mind that UN-ESCWA routinely checks all deliverables for plagiarism, using readily available electronic tools. All previously published content, even if written by the selected consultant, must be clearly referenced where required within the text and end-noted at the end of the study. The report submitted by the consultant must not contain quoted and/or previously published text equalling more than 20 per cent of the total number of pages. The consultant shall not publish or announce or reveal the content of the report, partly or entirely, on social media or any other public channel, without ESCWA and MoTDE permission. Work Location Remote Expected duration 16 weeks</p> <p>Duties and Responsibilities GENERAL SCOPE Open-source software policies provide a strategic framework governing how public institutions assess, procure, use, develop, reuse and share software whose source code can be inspected, modified and redistributed under an appropriate open licence. Their importance for sustainable development extends well beyond the possibility of avoiding licence fees. When properly implemented, such policies can reduce the duplication of public investments, facilitate interoperability among government systems, increase transparency and auditability, enable solutions to be adapted to local languages and needs, and reduce excessive dependence on individual technology suppliers. They can also allow governments, universities, local companies and civil society organizations to collaborate on shared digital solutions, thereby strengthening national technological capabilities, creating opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises and supporting local digital employment. Open-source software solutions are particularly relevant to lower- and middle-income and crisis-affected countries because they can be reused and adapted rather than developed repeatedly from the beginning. The United Nations recognizes open-source software as an important category of digital public goods and calls for greater investment in such goods to advance the Sustainable Development Goals . In this sense, open-source policies can contribute directly to SDG 9 on innovation and resilient infrastructure, SDG 16 on effective, accountable and inclusive institutions, and SDG 17 on partnerships, while also supporting digital services in health, education, social protection, agriculture and local government. Nevertheless, open-source adoption should not be treated as an automatic or purely cost-saving choice. Effective policies should address total cost of ownership, cybersecurity, software maintenance, licensing compliance, accessibility, data protection, documentation, technical support and long-term community governance. Several governments have institutionalized these principles. The European Commission s Open Source Software Strategy promotes a Think Open approach through which European institutions are encouraged to use, share and contribute to open-source solutions, increase software reuse and strengthen technological control and collaboration across administrations . France has established a dedicated government open-source function, the code.gouv.fr platform and the Socle Interminist riel de Logiciels Libres, a reference catalogue of open-source software recommended for use across the public administration . Within the Arab region, Saudi Arabia s Digital Government Authority published a Free and Open-Source Government Software Strategy and an implementation guideline aimed at improving technology leadership, increasing efficiency in government IT spending, encouraging software and source-code reuse, and supporting the growth of the national digital economy. Egypt has also, since several years, adopted a national strategy supporting free and open-source software, while the Software Engineering Competence Center under the Information Technology Industry Development Agency serves as the government s focal point for this field. For Palestine, an open-source software policy could become an important instrument for building affordable, resilient and nationally sustainable digital government. In a context of severe fiscal constraints and service-delivery arrangements, the systematic reuse of secure and proven software components could help reduce repeated development and licensing expenditure, while improving interoperability among ministries, municipalities and public institutions. Furthermore, requiring donor-funded digital projects to use open standards, provide adequate documentation and consider publication under suitable open-source licences could improve national ownership and prevent isolated systems from being abandoned after project financing ends. These benefits would require a phased implementation model based on an inventory of existing systems, open and interoperable technical standards, procurement rules that evaluate open-source and proprietary options fairly, security and privacy assessments, capacity-building programmes, and a central open-source programme office or coordination unit responsible for governance, licensing, reuse and sustainable maintenance. The United Nations is involved in enhancing the use of emerging technologies for sustainable development.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>A Master's degree in digital technologies, software engineering or a related field is required; a Ph.D. is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. At least 10 years of professional experience and research in digital technologies/software engineering is required Demonstrated professional experience in open-source governance and licensing, digital-government architecture, API governance and interoperability, cloud governance and procurement, cybersecurity and data protection is desirable. Previous experience in policy development is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, Fluency in Arabic and English is required. Note: Fluency equals a rating of fluent in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and Knowledge of equals a rating of confident in two of the four areas.</p>

<p>The consultant is expected to draft a paper that develops a framework outlining the key determinants for advancing care reforms and systems.</p><p>Work Location Remote Expected duration 3 months Duties and Responsibilities Background Around the world, societies and economies are undergoing socio-demographic changes such as ageing populations, low fertility rates, urbanization, increased migration, widespread crises and conflicts, and climate change, which have all intensified the demand for care. However, while gaining global importance, care work still remains invisible and undervalued, often relegated to informal and unpaid labour, disproportionately borne by women, thus hindering their empowerment. Although this trend is observed globally, it is particularly acute in the Arab region where women undertake 80 to 90 per cent of all unpaid care work and spend 4.7 times more time than men on these responsibilities, exceeding the global average of 3.62 . Unpaid care work hinders women s visibility and participation in public economic and political spheres as well as in decision-making processes in the Arab region. The disproportionate unpaid care work undertaken by women limits their economic engagement and opportunities, as it makes it challenging for them to balance work and family responsibilities. Additionally, women often face gender stereotypes, limited professional development opportunities, and an institutional culture that marginalizes their contributions. Women s economic and political participation in the region remain low compared to global averages. In 2025, women s labour force participation was only 19 per cent, less than half the global average of 49 per cent, making it the lowest rate worldwide . Women s political representation shows a similarly stark gap. In December 2025, women held only 27 per cent of national parliamentary seats globally, with an even lower share in the Middle East and North Africa at around 16 per cent, the lowest in the world . However, there has been growing regional momentum realizing gains in the care economy with many countries in the Arab region offering instructive examples of care reforms. Nevertheless, these reforms are often sector-specific, focusing on one policy area such as labour without approaching care in a holistic manner interconnected across different sectors and policy areas. Within this context, understanding the political economy which examines how social, economic, and political factors shape care policies and systems becomes a pressing priority. Building on these reform efforts in the Arab region and looking at breakthroughs in care policymaking globally, including Latin America which has been particularly active in advancing comprehensive care systems, it is increasingly important to understand how care, often framed solely as a gender equality issue, intersects with other major development issues and policy domains. This highlights the regional need for policies that recognize care as a central element of sustainable economies and redistribute it among different stakeholders including the state. Ongoing inter-regional collaboration between UN regional commissions, namely ESCWA and the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) including through a project on advancing care policies for transformative recovery in Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia-Pacific and the Arab states, seeks to draw lessons from Latin American countries experiences in advancing comprehensive care systems. Given the inherent political nature of care policymaking, it is essential to understand what prompts political actors to prioritize care. A key driver is awareness around the critical role care plays in society and its far-reaching implications for economic and social well-being. When care is made visible as a cross-cutting issue that affects economic growth, labour force participation, health outcomes, social cohesion, and gender equality, it is more likely to gain traction in political discourse and influence the selection of policy instruments, thereby driving change in laws, budgets, and institutional support for care systems.</p><p>Objective and methodology ESCWA seeks to hire a consultant to assist in drafting a paper, in collaboration with ECLAC, that thoroughly examines the factors and determinants behind care reforms, investigating the political economy of care in the Arab region and relating it to Latin America s experience. The paper will draw on experiences from both Latin American and Arab countries to demonstrate the importance of moving beyond fragmented care reform policies towards comprehensive care systems. It will build on the recommendations provided by experts during ESCWA s Expert Group Meeting on the Political Economy of Care Policies: Determinants for Reform in the Arab Region organized in July 2026.</p><p>Tasks and responsibilities The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:</p><ul><li>Desk review: undertake a desk review of available successful and as well as unachieved experiences in advancing care policies and systems from Latin America and the Arab region;</li><li>Based on the results of the desk review, undertake consultations with relevant stakeholders on the main determinants, challenges or barriers which they have faced while working on advancing care policies and systems;</li><li>Review the results of consultations with relevant stakeholders from the Arab region on the main determinants, challenges or barriers which they have faced while working on advancing care policies and systems;</li><li>Propose the elements and dynamics among key determinants to advance care policies and systems and draw lessons for future policy making and reforms on care while taking into account the discussions and recommendations of the Expert Group Meeting above mentioned.</li><li>Suggest a detailed outline to be validated and agreed upon with ESCWA s team in consultation with ECLAC;</li><li>Based on the agreed outline, prepare the first draft of the paper to be reviewed by ESCWA s team;</li><li>Prepare a final draft based on the comments and recommendations provided by ESCWA and ECLAC s teams.</li></ul><p>Supervision: The consultant will work Under the direct supervision of the Social Affairs Officer responsible for the care economy stream at the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) Ms. Rouba ARJA, and overall guidance of the gender Justice, Population and Inclusive Development cluster leader. The consultant is expected to provide regular updates on the work progress.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p>A master's degree in economy, or sociology, or law or gender studies or related area is required. A PhD in one of these fields is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in areas related to public policy making is required. Previous experience in social policy reform and changes is required. Previous experience in working on care policies is desirable. English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Spanish and/or Arabic is desirable. Note: Fluency equals a rating of fluent in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and Knowledge of equals a rating of confident in two of the four areas.

<p>Position Information • VA No.: UNDP/LBN/VA26/135 • Position Title: National Agricultural Consultant • Duty Station: Beirut with frequent site visits to North, Bekaa, Mount Lebanon and the South. • Duration: 3 months (18 working days per month) • Vacancy Date of Issue: 13 August 2026 • Vacancy Closure Date: 21 August 2026 • National or International consultancy: National consultancy To review the full Terms of Reference (TOR), please follow link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/180nQXdpSt2ss09980MZKPVJs8ur66Uvh/view Background Lebanon is experiencing a constantly evolving multi-layered crisis which is exacerbating long-term structural vulnerabilities and inequalities, leading to acute and increasingly visible humanitarian needs among the most vulnerable populations. Lebanon continues to face a protracted economic and financial crisis, which has been compounded by the aftershocks of conflict in late 2024, further undermining the food security of Lebanese residents and refugee populations. While hyperinflation has softened from its previous peaks, persistently high food prices remain a primary driver of food insecurity. As of September 2025, the year-on-year food inflation rate stood at 23.9%. Along with inflation, currency depreciation, income losses, damaged infrastructure, and significant cuts to humanitarian food assistance continue to negatively impact the capacity of different population groups to access food. According to the latest Integrated Phase Classification (IPC) analysis, it was projected that between July and October 2025, about 1.24 million people (including Lebanese, Syrian refugees, and Palestine refugees) would face acute food insecurity and be classified in IPC Phase 3 or above (Crisis or worse). This corresponds to 23% of the analyzed population, an increase from the 19% recorded in the October 2023 March 2024 period. This crisis has disproportionately affected the agricultural sector, exposing a systemic vulnerability: Lebanon's critical over-reliance on expensive, imported agricultural inputs, especially wheat seeds. This import dependency strains national food security, reduces farmer resilience, and hinders access to locally adapted, high-yield seed varieties. The Lebanese Agricultural Research Institute (LARI), the public institution mandated to produce certified seeds, is a critical national asset for food sovereignty. However, its national seed program has stalled due to a lack of public financing, creating a critical gap in the domestic food system. Within the framework of the Food Security Project, UNDP aims to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Lebanese Agricultural Research Institute (LARI) to enhance its operational efficiency, management systems, and service delivery. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Project Manager (Food Security), the Agricultural consultant, will be primarily responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, supervising and coordinating field level activities related to the multiplication of certified wheat. The TFA is also expected to establish strong coordination mechanisms as well as linkages between stakeholders and beneficiaries to ensure that program activities and projects are implemented successfully. Scope of work, responsibilities and description of the proposed analytical work Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager (Food Security), the national consultant will perform the following functions: • In close coordination with the designated LARI centers' directors and contractors, oversee the procurement and distribution of the specific equipment and machinery needed for the proper implementation of the seed multiplication program; • Follow-up with key stakeholders and contractors on all activities related to the rehabilitation of LARI s infrastructure including but not limited to irrigation systems, solar energy component, lab equipment provision, greenhouses rehabilitation, silosconstruction, etc...). • Monitor and coordinate with key stakeholders and partners the initiation of all activities related to the consecutive growing seasons (such as land plowing and reclamation, sowing of seeds, irrigation, regular cultural activities, etc.) in a timely manner; • Maintain close coordination with implementing partners for all activities supporting MSMEs, cooperatives, start-ups, and farmers; • Provide assistance contractor working on the value chain assessment. • Support and monitor grant and in-kind assistance to various beneficiaries; • Conduct regular field visits to assess and monitor the progress of wheat production at different LARI centers and specialized farmers level to provide technical assistance on good agricultural practices, as well as on risk mitigation and overcoming any challenges they might face during the production seasons; • Support the development and maintenance of collaborative relations with all relevant partners such as the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), among others; • Submit regular reports on the progress achieved in the implementation of various activities in a timely manner; • Actively participate in all meetings, workshops, conferences related to the project; • Support M&amp;E requirements, by keeping accurate records and archives of all projects/activities, including financial records, data, photos, reports, correspondence and minutes with respective partners. Expected Outputs and Deliverables The Consultant shall submit a monthly technical progress report summarizing all activities under the TOR undertaking during the reporting period, noting that the total duration should not exceed 3 months (number of working days should not exceed 18 working days per month). Institutional arrangement •</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Standard Minimum Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education:</strong> University degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agri-Business or any related fields.</li><li><strong>Experience:</strong> Minimum 8 years (with a bachelor s degree) of progressive relevant experience in agriculture or any relevant related field is required</li><li><strong>Language:</strong> Fluency in English and Arabic (both oral and written).</li></ul>

<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2> <div class="t-break" data-jb-field="description"> Result of Service<br>The consultant will support the assessment and development of project proposals submitted by Member States for the 2026 Call for Proposals, ensuring their alignment with UNRSF priorities, Fund eligibility criteria, and relevant road safety standards. in addition to submitting a regional project proposal in line with UNRSF criteria.<br> Work Location<br>Remote<br> Expected duration<br>2 months<br> Duties and Responsibilities<br>Background ESCWA plays an active role in supporting Member States in accessing funding through the United Nations Road Safety Fund (UNRSF) Call for Proposals, including assistance with the preparation, review, and submission of project documents aligned with the UNRSF’s proposal guidelines. For the 2026 cycle, the UNRSF will prioritize programmes that support the adoption and implementation of road safety laws and standards aligned with relevant UN legal instruments. Priority will be given to country- or city-level interventions that address key gaps identified in the 2023 Global Status Report on Road Safety (GSRRS). Where feasible, the Fund encourages regional programmes involving three or more countries. Proposals may include: 1. Safe Motorcycle mobility 2. Safe system approach Objective The consultant will be responsible to support ESCWA in assessing and developing project proposals submitted by Member States for the 2026 UNRSF Call for Proposals, ensuring alignment with the Fund’s priorities and eligibility criteria. Duties and Responsibilities The consultant on road safety will be responsible for the following tasks: Assessment of project summaries received from Member states for the UNRSF call for proposals 2026. Preparation of concept notes of selected projects for the first phase of the UNRSF call for proposals 2026. Deliver a virtual capacity-building workshop to strengthen the ability of national focal points to draft project proposals that meet UNRSF eligibility criteria and adhere to the application guidelines. Drafting a regional project proposal on road safety. Any additional tasks requested by the hiring officer to support staff and the project implementation<br> Qualifications/special skills<br>Master's degree in transport, engineering, road safety or any other related field is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in the field of road safety is required. Demonstrated knowledge of road safety data management tools and applications, familiarity with the Safe System approach and international road safety standards, processes and eligible criteria and priorities is required. Demonstrated expertise in preparing funding proposals, concept notes, or strategic documents for international development organizations or multilateral funds is required. Previous experience working with national stakeholders, international organizations, and/or the UN system in the Arab region is highly is desirable.<br> Languages<br>English and French are the working languages of the United Nations secretariat and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic is required. Notes: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.<br> Additional Information<br>Not available.<br> No Fee<br>THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.<br><br><br> </div>