Project Coordinator for Arab SMEs Summit 2026

About the role

The ESCWA Technology Centre is seeking a Project Coordinator to support the planning, coordination and delivery of the Arab SMEs Summit (ASMES) 2026 and related events. The role is a three‑month consultancy based in Amman, reporting to the Executive Director of the Centre.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update the ASMES 2026 website, ensuring accurate participant information in English and Arabic.
• Support the launch, testing and user training for the summit mobile application.
• Organise pitching sessions, innovation showcases and investor‑engagement activities.
• Coordinate coaching, mentoring and partnership activities, including Memoranda of Understanding.
• Manage stakeholder communication, reporting and documentation for the summit.

Required profile

• Proven experience in project coordination or event management, preferably in international or development settings.
• Strong bilingual communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Required skills

• Website content management and basic CMS usage.
• Mobile application testing and user support.
• Data entry and management of participant databases.