ILO National Project Coordinator Job 2026 in Kuwait: KWD 27,119 Annual Salary
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is inviting applications for a National Project Coordinator position in Kuwait. The opportunity focuses on promoting the inclusion and empowerment of persons with disabilities in the labour market, supporting inclusive employment policies and strengthening partnerships between government institutions, employers, workers and United Nations agencies.
The position is advertised at the NO-A grade under vacancy number BEY/DC/2026/15, with a one-year fixed-term contract and the possibility of extension, subject to funding and other organisational requirements.
The advertised entry-level annual salary for external candidates is KWD 27,119. Applications close on 28 October 2026.
ILO National Project Coordinator Job 2026: Key Details
- Organisation: International Labour Organization (ILO)
- Position: National Project Coordinator
- Grade: NO-A
- Job ID: 13844
- Vacancy number: BEY/DC/2026/15
- Duty station: Kuwait
- Department: RO-Arab States/DWT-Beirut
- Contract type: Fixed-term
- Duration: One year, with the possibility of extension
- Annual entry-level salary: KWD 27,119
- Publication date: 14 October 2026
- Application deadline: 28 October 2026
- Application method: Online through the official ILO Jobs website
About the International Labour Organization
The International Labour Organization is a United Nations specialised agency working to promote decent work and social justice. Its activities include supporting labour standards, employment opportunities, social dialogue and inclusive labour markets.
In Kuwait, the ILO is contributing to efforts to advance the inclusion of persons with disabilities in employment and economic life. Although the country has laws, policies and programmes intended to support inclusion, challenges remain in enabling persons with disabilities to participate fully in the labour market.
The vacancy forms part of a United Nations Joint Programme on Promoting Inclusive Employment and Empowerment, supported financially by the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development.
The programme involves the ILO, UNESCO, WHO and UNODC, with participating organisations contributing to different areas of the broader initiative.
What Does the National Project Coordinator Do?
The National Project Coordinator will support the implementation of activities promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the world of work in Kuwait.
The successful candidate will be based in Kuwait and report to the ILO Kuwait Country Coordinator, with technical guidance from the Senior Specialist on Gender Equality and Non-Discrimination based in Beirut, Lebanon.
Key responsibilities include the following.
1. Project Planning and Implementation
The coordinator will review national development plans, socioeconomic information and relevant research to understand Kuwait’s policy environment and identify priorities for project implementation.
Responsibilities include preparing workplans, coordinating studies and meetings, monitoring implementation progress, and identifying operational challenges that may require action.
2. Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
The role involves preparing technical reports, project updates, background documents and statistical information relating to project activities.
The coordinator will also help monitor progress against agreed workplans and support the preparation of programme documentation.
3. Government and Stakeholder Engagement
The successful candidate will maintain working relationships with government institutions, employers’ organisations, workers’ organisations and other relevant partners.
The position also involves providing technical assistance to stakeholders, supporting the development of workplans and budgets, and facilitating timely project implementation.
4. Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation
The coordinator will identify opportunities to strengthen partnerships and participate in resource mobilisation activities.
The role includes supporting conferences, workshops, training sessions, consultations and inter-agency meetings designed to promote collaboration.
5. Disability Inclusion and Gender Equality
A central responsibility is to promote gender equality, non-discrimination and the inclusion of persons with disabilities throughout the project.
The coordinator will contribute to activities intended to improve access to employment and support more inclusive labour market policies.
Who Can Apply?
The ILO is seeking candidates with relevant academic qualifications, project coordination experience and knowledge of disability inclusion and labour market issues.
Education
Applicants must hold a first-level university degree in human rights, public policy, development studies or a related field. An advanced degree in a relevant discipline is considered an advantage.
