Project reference: NEAR/TIA/2023/EA-RP/0033

How to Apply

Please send your updated CV to gdsivacancies@gdsi.ie by the 31 Dec 2025. Ensure your email subject line reads “Albania EU4GreenGen”.

Submission Deadline

All applications must be received by the 31/12/2025.

Location

Tirana, Kukës, Vlora, Gjirokastra, Albania

About the Assignment

As part of our preparations, we are building a pool of highly qualified experts for upcoming short-term assignments under the project EU for Biodiversity and Circular Economy Communication Services in Albania, aimed at shaping the narrative of Albania’s transition toward a greener and more resource-efficient future.

We are particularly interested in professionals with the following profiles.

Expert Profile

Circular Economy

• University degree (bachelor, master, or higher) in relevant fields: environmental science, economics, engineering, or sustainability.
• Demonstrated expertise in (EU) circular economy and waste policy, sustainable finance, and environmental economic analysis.
• Awareness of relevant EU and international policies and legislation is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Recognized certifications and advanced training, such as Circular Economy Specialist or practitioner-level certificates is an asset
• Knowledge of EU acquis in the area of circular economy is an asset

Environmental Expert

• Bachelor’s or preferably Master’s/PhD in environmental science, engineering, ecology, biology, or related fields.
• Experience monitoring, analyzing, and reporting in line with national/EU policy requirements.
• Strong data gathering, quality assurance, and analysis capacity; ability to work with complex environmental datasets.
• Collaboration experience with EU agencies and international expert teams is an asset.
• Knowledge of EU acquis in the area of environment is an asset

Waste Management Expert

• Academic degree in environmental science, engineering, or waste management (bachelor/minimum, master preferred).
• At least 4 years of practical experience in the area of waste management
• In-depth familiarity with European waste legislation, compliance standards, and sustainable resource management.

Biodiversity Expert

• Academic degree in biodiversity, ecology, biology, environmental science, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrable expertise in Albanian and/or European biodiversity policy (NATURA2000), monitoring, conservation, and international research cooperation.
• Experienced in synthesizing scientific information, drafting evidence-based reports, and organizing stakeholder or expert workshops.
• Knowledge of EU biodiversity monitoring systems, international coordination, and policy frameworks.