Maestral MENA Affiliate Consultant

Core responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance to Maestral's clients on consulting projects in the MENA region and globally
• Work as an affiliate consultant in one or more of Maestral's technical focus areas: Care Reform, Child and Adolescent Wellbeing, and Child Focused Social Policy
• Support Maestral's growing portfolio in the MENA region and collaborate with the new MENA Regional Office in Amman, Jordan
• Work independently and in teams on project-based assignments, applying critical thinking and analysis

This role strengthens systems that protect, support, and empower vulnerable children and youth across the MENA region and globally, helping translate policy into practice and build sustainable services for children and families.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in at least one of Maestral's technical focus areas (Care Reform, Child and Adolescent Wellbeing, Child Focused Social Policy)
• Fluency in both English and Arabic (required for project work and internal communication)
• 5+ years of experience providing technical assistance via consulting projects (preferred)
• Prior experience consulting or working with UN agencies (considered an asset)
• Ability to work independently and in teams, with strong teamwork skills
• Willingness and availability to travel for short-term project assignments
• Adaptive, flexible, and able to work in fast-paced environments

Benefits include:

• Access to shared organizational knowledge, learning opportunities, and resources
• Administrative and management support from Maestral
• Project opportunities through the Maestral network
• Remote work from country of residence (no relocation required)
• Compensation details not specified in the posting

Maestral International is a globally recognized consulting firm dedicated to strengthening systems that protect, support, and empower vulnerable children and youth. They work across more than 100 countries with various partners, focusing on child protection systems strengthening, care reform, social service workforce development, and child wellbeing.