The International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) has announced new consultancy opportunities for qualified professionals to serve as National Coordinators in Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, and Kenya under its multi-country cultural heritage project.

The consultancy positions form part of ICCROM’s “Towards Sustainable Development in Africa: Transformative Capacity Building to Advance Craftsmanship in Cultural Heritage” initiative, which seeks to strengthen cultural heritage preservation while promoting sustainable development across the African continent.

Applications for all four positions are open until July 15, 2026.

Consultancy Opportunities Support Cultural Heritage Development in Africa

The National Coordinator positions are offered through ICCROM’s Programmes Unit and will support the implementation of activities under the organization’s regional capacity-building initiative.

Successful candidates will work remotely from their respective countries under an Individual Engagement Contract with an initial 11-month term, which may be renewed based on project needs and performance.

The project aims to strengthen craftsmanship in cultural heritage preservation while contributing to sustainable development objectives through local coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Available National Coordinator Positions

ICCROM is recruiting National Coordinators for the following countries:

Tunisia
Côte d’Ivoire
Egypt
Kenya

Each coordinator will oversee project implementation at the national level, working closely with ICCROM’s Programmes Unit and Project Officer to facilitate activities within their assigned country.

Monthly Consultancy Fees

Compensation varies depending on the country of assignment.

The monthly consultancy fees are as follows:

National Coordinator – Tunisia: €880 per month
National Coordinator – Côte d’Ivoire: €960 per month
National Coordinator – Egypt: €930 per month
National Coordinator – Kenya: €1,210 per month

The consultancy contracts are home-based, allowing selected professionals to work remotely while coordinating project activities within their respective countries.

Key Contract Details

All four consultancy positions share similar contractual arrangements.

The appointments include:

Individual Engagement Contract.
Remote/home-based duty station.
Eleven-month contract duration.
Possibility of contract renewal.
Coordination under ICCROM’s Programmes Unit.
Supervision by the assigned Project Officer.
Closing date of July 15, 2026.

The remote nature of the assignments provides flexibility while enabling national coordinators to engage with local partners and stakeholders involved in cultural heritage preservation.

Project Focuses on Sustainable Development Through Cultural Heritage

The consultancy positions are part of ICCROM’s broader effort to strengthen cultural heritage conservation by building local capacity and supporting craftsmanship across Africa.

The Towards Sustainable Development in Africa: Transformative Capacity Building to Advance Craftsmanship in Cultural Heritage project promotes skills development, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among professionals working within the heritage sector.

By investing in local expertise, the initiative seeks to improve heritage preservation practices while creating sustainable opportunities that contribute to economic, social, and cultural development.

Ideal Opportunity for Heritage Professionals

The National Coordinator roles present an opportunity for professionals with experience in cultural heritage, project management, community engagement, or related fields to contribute to an international development initiative.

Successful consultants will play a central role in coordinating project implementation, facilitating collaboration among stakeholders, and supporting activities that strengthen craftsmanship and heritage conservation within their respective countries.

Working closely with ICCROM’s international team, coordinators will help ensure that project objectives are effectively delivered while adapting activities to local contexts.

Applications Close on July 15

Interested professionals from Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, and Kenya are encouraged to submit their applications before the July 15, 2026 deadline.

With competitive monthly consultancy fees, flexible remote work arrangements, and the opportunity to contribute to sustainable cultural heritage development across Africa, these positions offer experienced professionals a chance to work with one of the world’s leading organizations dedicated to the preservation and restoration of cultural heritage.

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