Project Assistant - Procurement Consultant

1. Background 

Tatweer Baladna is a Lebanese non-profit organization founded in 2017, committed to empowering youth and adults through quality education, innovation, and soft and tech skills. The organization integrates STEAM learning, digital literacy, green skills, and climate change resilience to prepare individuals for a rapidly evolving world. Its programs focus on hands-on, project-based learning that promotes creativity, problem-solving, and environmental responsibility. Tatweer Baladna’s employability and capacity-building programs target both youth and adults, fostering lifelong learning and continuous upskilling. These programs emphasize job readiness, entrepreneurship, and essential soft skills such as leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence, while also developing competencies in digital tools, financial literacy, and sustainability practices. 

Through its holistic approach, Tatweer Baladna equips individuals with the knowledge, mindset, and practical abilities to thrive in the digital and green economy by creating pathways toward meaningful employment and resilient, future-ready communities across Lebanon. 

2. Project Overview 

DigitalLife4All – An Adult & Lifelong Learning Initiative to Enhance the Digital Skills & Smart Competencies of Seniors, Older Adults, People with Disabilities & Persons in Vulnerable Social Groups in the Mediterranean Sea Basin 

Programme: Interreg NEXT MED, co-funded by the European Union 

Project Duration: 30 months (August 2025 – January 2028) 

Lead Partner: Regional Development Fund of East Macedonia & Thrace (Greece) 

Project Partners: Mindspark+ (Greece), University of Cyprus (Cyprus), Tatweer Baladna (Lebanon), North American Private University (Tunisia), Al-Balqa Applied University (Jordan), Ege University (Türkiye) 

Reference Number: A_T_3.1_0121_DigitalLife4ALL 

Total Budget : 2,806,358.006 € 
EU Contribution :  2,497,658.625 € (89%) 

DigitalLife4All aims to promote inclusive digital transformation across the Mediterranean. It provides digital and lifelong learning skills through community-based Digital Skills Hubs and DigiOnTheGo units. The project empowers participants to confidently access and use digital tools, enhancing employability, social participation, and resilience in the digital era. 

3. Key Benefits and Impact: 

3.1. Empowering seniors, women, and people with disabilities to join the digital world. 

3.2. Building confidence, skills, and lifelong learning opportunities for all. 

3.3. Connecting communities across the Mediterranean through inclusion and innovation. 

3.4. Boosting employability and participation in the digital economy. 

3.5. Inspiring change toward a more inclusive and connected society. 

4. Target Groups: 

4.1. Seniors and older adults learning to use technology. 

4.2. People with disabilities seeking digital access and inclusion. 

4.3. Women and youth from vulnerable or marginalized backgrounds. 

4.4. Local educators, trainers, and organizations driving digital empowerment. 

5. Objectives of the Assignment 

The overall objective of this consultancy is to ensure that all procurements under the DigitalLife4All project are executed in full compliance with EU procurement directives, national regulations, and Interreg NEXT MED Programme rules, while maintaining transparency, cost-effectiveness, and accountability. 

6. Specific objectives include: 

6.1. Ensure all procurements comply with Interreg NEXT MED, EU, and national guidelines. 

6.2. Develop and maintain a robust procurement plan covering goods, works, and services. 

6.3. Advise appropriate procedures (direct award, request quotation, or open tender). 

6.4. Provide technical assistance in drafting, launching, and evaluating tenders. 

6.5. Prepare complete, audit-ready documentation for each procurement activity. 

7. Scope of Services and Main Tasks 

The Procurement Consultant will be responsible for providing expert advice, technical assistance, and operational support throughout the project’s implementation, including key tasks shared in the ToR. 

8. Profile and Qualifications 

8.1Education: 

Bachelor's degree in law, Public Administration, Economics, Business Management, or related field. 

Additional Procurement certificates are a plus.  

8.2 Experience: 

At least 5 years of professional experience in procurement. 

Demonstrated experience with International / EU-funded projects is a plus.  

Familiarity with EU Procurement Directives and national procurement regulations is a must. 

Experience in event procurement and logistical coordination for transnational events. 

8.3 Skills: 

Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills. 

Strong command of MS Office and digital procurement platforms. 

Proven ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. 

8.4 Language 

Arabic Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing 

English Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing 

French Optional 

8.5 Other requirements: 

MOF certificate is a must. 

9. Contract Terms 

Duration: From Month 6 to Month 28 of project implementation (1 January 2026 – 30 November 2027). 

Compliance: All procurements must follow Interreg NEXT MED procurement guidelines and Lebanese National Procurement Law.  

Contract Type: This is a consultancy contract, not an employment contract. No employment benefits (such as social security, paid leave, or insurance) are included. The consultant will be responsible for their own taxes, social security, and insurance coverage. 

Payment Arrangements: the Consultant will be remunerated on the basis of an agreed daily rate. Payment will be made upon submission of a monthly invoice, supported by a timesheet specifying the number of working days effectively delivered and accepted by Tatweer Baladna. 

Reporting Line: The Consultant will report directly to the Project Manager and coordinate closely with the Financial Officer, project coordinator, and relevant staff of project partners. 

Work Modality: The assignment will be based in Choueifat. On-site attendance will be required on a weekly / bi-weekly basis, and during key milestones, including the Transnational Meeting, events, and major procurement phases.