Officer, ExecEdu Crisis and Disaster Management Program, Executive Education, Grant Position

Required Skills

Bachelor's degree in business management or related field, with a postgraduate degree being an asset. Minimum of seven years of related professional experience. Strong communication skills including fluent English, report writing, presentation, and negotiation. Excellent organization and problem-solving abilities, including teamwork, time management, and multi-tasking under pressure with high attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet research techniques.

Reports to: Manager, ExecEd Consultancy ServicesRole Purpose: The officer will ensure the successful analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of new and existing executive education programs across their full lifecycle in coordination with school of business units.Core Responsibilities: Program Lifecycles and Quality Assurance: Create program process sheets to enforce activity timelines and strict deadlines Monitor participant feedback and attend classes to improve program operations, audit student learning, and report progress to program directorsInstructor and Expert Network Coordination: Maintain and expand the network of subject matter experts (SMEs), facilitators, and faculty while tracking vendor ratesNominate qualified instructors for scheduled courses and evaluate their performance for final program reports Program Content Development and Market Research: Manage SME agreements and content progress and research higher education trends and workplace re-skilling demand to help design relevant new courses Marketing Support and Student Recruitment: Assist in marketing plans for new and existing courses in coordination with business development and communication teamsProgram Operations and Complaint Resolution: Coordinate course announcements, student registrations, and training material purchases with operational teamsResolve student complaints, route operational issues to appropriate departments, and perform general administrative dutiesAdditional Support: Perform other related duties as required.Qualifications and Skills:Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in business management or a related fieldA postgraduate degree is an assetMinimum of seven years of related professional experience in related fieldTechnical Skills: Communication: fluent written and spoken English, paired with strong report writing, presentation, and negotiation skills to engage effectively with internal teams, prospective students, and international subject matter expertsOrganization and Problem-Solving: Demonstrate strong teamwork, time management, and multi-tasking skills under pressure, with high attention to detail when managing program deadlinesTechnical: Proficient in Microsoft Office, e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and internet research techniques to analyze market trends and track program schedules and deliverables This position is open until August 24, 2026Placement is based on the candidate's experience and skills. Only candidates who make it to the short list will be contacted. The American University in Cairo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We thank all individuals who have expressed interest in working at The American University in Cairo.