Job Vacancies

Key Responsibilities:
• Academic Leadership & Program Quality
1- Provide strategic leadership for UFE's academic affairs, ensuring alignment with the university's mission, French partner requirements, and national accreditation standards.
2- Prepare the university's annual study plan and academic calendar, and oversee the recruitment, assignment, and management of part-time lecturers (vacataires)/ visiting professors to ensure full and high-quality course coverage across all programs.
3- Oversee the development, review, and continuous improvement of curricula and academic programs in coordination with Faculty Deans and French partner universities.
• Student Affairs & Student Life
1- Lead the strategy for student affairs, ensuring a supportive, inclusive, and enriching student experience from admission through graduation.
2- Oversee student services, academic advising, counselling, wellbeing, activities, clubs, and extracurricular and cultural programs that reflect UFE's Franco-Egyptian identity.
3- Serve as the senior point of reference for student matters, addressing concerns, grievance,and disciplinary processes fairly and consistently.
• Teaching, Learning & Faculty Support
1- Support faculty in delivering high-quality, student-centred teaching and in integrating French and European academic perspectives.
2- Foster professional development, mentoring, and continuous improvement among academic staff.
3- Encourage the effective use of learning technologies and modern teaching methods across programs.
• Quality Assurance, Accreditation & Partnerships
1- Lead quality assurance, self-assessment, and accreditation processes with Egyptian and French authorities and partner institutions.
2- Provide methodological and operational support to advance all applications for accreditation and program equivalence for current and future programs to the Supreme Council of Universities.
3- In collaboration with the Vice-President for Research and Partnerships, maintain and deepen academic partnerships with French consortium universities, ensuring compliance with jointdegree requirements.
• Governance, Administration & Reporting
1- Contribute to institutional strategy and decision-making as a member of UFE's senior leadership team.
2- Prepare, monitor, and present academic and student-affairs reports, plans, and budgets to the President and governing bodies.
3- Ensure effective coordination between academic units, admissions, registrar, and administrative departments.
• Institutional Positioning, Competitiveness & Internationalization
1- Analyze the strategies, admission requirements, and recruitment practices of peer universities, and advise on UFE's competitive positioning and attractiveness.
2- Monitor emerging and innovative academic programs recommended by the Egyptian authorities or demanded by the Egyptian, regional, and international labor markets, and recommend new programs after assessing their relevance and feasibility.
3- Benchmark UFE's tuition structure, discounts, and scholarship practices against comparable universities and advise on positioning, in coordination with the finance function.

Education and Experience:
•Educational Background: Professor with a PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) from a recognized university; a strong academic record and standing as an accomplished scholar and educator.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in higher education, including at least 5 years in a senior academic leadership or administrative role (e.g. President, Vice President, Dean, Vice-Dean).
• Demonstrated success in leading academic programs, quality assurance/accreditation, and student affairs in a multicultural academic environment.
• Experience working with international partner universities — familiarity with the French higher education system is a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver English language instruction at a range of levels, including General English, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), and English for Specific Purposes (ESP) tailored to UFE’s engineering, business, and computer science programs.
• Prepare students for international English certifications (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge exams) where relevant.
• Contribute to the design of course materials, placement tests, and assessment instruments aligned with the CEFR framework.
• Support curriculum development for English language courses across UFE’s faculties.
• Engage in scholarly activity in applied linguistics, English Language Teaching (ELT), TESOL, or a related area,with the aim of developing an independent research agenda'

Education and Experience:
• Master’s degree English Language, Applied Linguistics, TESOL/ELT, or a closely related field.
• Initial university teaching experience (including as a teaching assistant or postdoctoral instructor) is required.
• Emerging publication records in peer-reviewed journals or conferences.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead tutorials (travaux dirigés) in the French and English sections across a range of disciplines, including economics, accounting, and logistics.
• Conduct first-year tutorial sessions in mathematics and statistics, ensuring students master essential quantitative tools for management studies.
• Assist faculty members in the preparation of course materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Provide academic support and mentoring to students during office hours and directed study sessions.
• Grade assignments, quizzes, and tutorial exercises in a timely manner, providing constructive feedback to foster student development.

Education and Experience:
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, or a closely related field from a recognized university.
• Fluency in French is required, with the ability to lead tutorials and interact with students comfortably in French.
• Ability to teach in English is strongly preferred, given the faculty’s bilingual mission across French and English sections.

Key Responsibilities:
•RManage all personnel activities throughout the employee lifecycle (Hiring, onboarding, contract management, resignations, and termination procedures).
•Handle social insurance and labor office procedures while ensuring full compliance with Egyptian labor law.
•Prepare and maintain employee personnel files and ensure all documentation is complete and up to date.
•Process attendance, leaves, vacations, and employee records accurately.
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Education and Experience:
•Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
•§ 1–3 years of experience in Personnel or HR Operations.
•Strong knowledge of the Egyptian Labor Law and Social Insurance regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
•Develop and implement HR strategies that are aligned with the UFE's mission and strategic objectives.
• Provide the UFE presidency with accurate and updated workforce needs and suggest the best allocation for human resources.
•Constantly modify and update HR practices and policies.
• Develop and implement strategies to recruit and retain top talent staff.
• Oversee the recruitment process for both academic and administrative staff.
• Organize adequate and efficient onboarding for fresh staff, including UFE values, policies, procedures, and workflow.

Education and Experience:
• MBA, master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Egyptian labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent command of Arabic and English– Capable of communicating and writing in the two languages. Trilingual: Arabic, English, and French is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Human Resources position.
• Experience in a similar position in a Higher Education Institution in Egypt would be an important plus.

Key Responsibilities:
• Review all journal entries, general ledger postings, accounting instructions, and disbursement and collection documents.
• Submit quarterly reports on audit results to the Financial Controller on the 15th and 30th of each month.
• Provide necessary support to the team and assist with daily tasks (if needed).
• Establish a standardized financial performance system in collaboration with the Finance Sector Manager for all university financial operations
• Contribute to the development of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Odoo), compare results with the old financial system, and ensure the efficiency of the new system's processing capabilities when implemented independently.
• Monitor inventory in all its forms.

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
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• 7-10 years of progressive experience in financial accounting, taxation, and internal audit.
• Hands-on experience with the Odoo ERP system is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Continuing Education Strategy & Portfolio Development
• Develop, in coordination with the President and Vice President, a strategy and multi-year action plan for UFE's continuing education, executive education, and lifelong learning offer, aligned with the university's mission, French partner requirements, and national regulations.
• Design, launch, and continuously improve a portfolio of short courses, professional certificates, diplomas, masterclasses, and executive programs, in coordination with Faculty Deans and French partner universities.
• Monitor emerging skills needs and demand from the Egyptian, regional, and international labor markets, and recommend new programs after assessing their relevance, feasibility, and financial viability.
• 2. Professional & Executive Programs
Manage the full life cycle of each program — from design, promotion, and enrollment through delivery, assessment, certification, and alumni follow-up.
• Recruit, assign, and manage part-time lecturers (vacataires), visiting professors, and industry practitioners to ensure full and high-quality course coverage.
• Ensure a high-quality learner experience for adult and working learners, including flexible schedules (evening, weekend, and intensive formats) and dedicated learner support.
• 3. Corporate & Institutional Partnerships
Develop and maintain relationships with companies, ministries, public bodies, professional associations, NGOs, and international organizations to identify training needs and design tailored in-company and institutional programs.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and agreements for corporate and institutional clients, in coordination with the finance and legal functions.
• In collaboration with the Vice-President for Research and Partnerships, leverage UFE's French consortium and international partners to co-develop and co-deliver programs and certifications.
4. Digital & Blended Learning
Lead the design and roll-out of online, hybrid, and blended programs, including micro-credentials and digital badges.
• Support faculty and trainers in instructional design, adult-learning methods, and the effective use of learning technologies.
• In coordination with the IT function, select and manage learning platforms and digital tools that support scalable, high-quality, and accessible learning experiences.
5. Quality Assurance, Accreditation & Lifelong Learning Frameworks
Ensure that all continuing education programs comply with Egyptian regulations and, where applicable, the requirements of French partner universities and the Supreme Council of Universities.
• Establish and apply clear policies and procedures for admission, assessment, certification, and credit transfer, and for the recognition of prior learning and professional experience (such as VAE — validation des acquis de l'expérience), aligned with Egyptian and French frameworks.
• Lead quality assurance, self-assessment, and program evaluation processes specific to continuing education.
•E nsure that academic policies, regulations, and procedures for continuing education are current, well-documented, and consistently applied.
6. Marketing, Financial Performance & Reporting
Develop and implement a marketing and recruitment plan — including digital channels, alumni, and corporate networks — in coordination with the communications and marketing department, to raise visibility and enrollment.
• Prepare business plans, pricing models, and budgets for each program; monitor revenue, costs, and margins; and contribute to diversifying UFE's income streams, in coordination with the finance function.
• In collaboration with the Vice-President for Research & Partnerships, identify opportunities for regional and international learners and partners, particularly in Africa.
• Prepare, monitor, and present activity, performance-indicator, and financial reports to the President and governing bodies, and ensure effective coordination between academic units, admissions, registrar, finance, and administrative departments. • Demonstrated success in designing, launching, and running professional or executive programs and/or corporate training, with measurable results in enrollment, revenue, and learner satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger entries.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data within the ERP system.
• Collaborate on monthly closing and reports.
• Ensure the company document Workflow with the local regulations and internal policies.

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or another relevant field.
• 3-4 years of proven experience as an accountant or in a similar financial role.
• Proficiency of French, Arabic and English.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the Student Life Department, ensuring that student engagement, well-being, activities and student support services are delivered effectively in line with the university's mission and policies.
• Plan, organize, and supervise student activities, clubs, cultural events, mentoring programs, and campus initiatives that promote student engagement, leadership, and an inclusive university environment
• Providing guidance and support to students in non-academic matters and referring them to relevant university departments or external services when needed, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
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Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, Psychology, Social Work, Communication, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in student life, campus engagement, event management, or student support within a higher education institution, including experience coordinating student activities and leading initiatives.
• Trilingual proficiency in French, English, and Arabic, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective interaction with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:
• Organize cultural, social, and recreational events which support student clubs, committees, and leadership programs
• Plan sports tournaments and manage university teams and arrange scientific and cultural trips (e.g. museums, factories , mega projects)
• Host public talks and celebrity guest events in collaboration with faculties.
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Education and Experience:
• Capable of managing multiple initiatives, tracking progress, and delivering results on time.
• Brings fresh ideas to student engagement, wellness initiatives, and community-building efforts.
• Ability to work in a team, lead, and facilitate meetings effectively.