MAIS Egypt

M.A.I.S. (Movement for self development, interchange and solidarity) works in Egypt since 2002 for promoting children’s and women’s rights. Since 2002, M.A.I.S.

works for promoting children’s and women’s rights in the Sohag Governorate, 500 Km from the capital city. During the years, M.A.I.S. has carried out support activities for women in the 11 districts of the Governorate, through micro-credit programmes, addressed to women who are head of the family / household and projects aimed at changing perception and behavioural models towards violence. In 2007,

with the project ‘Support women’s rights: promoting behaviours against gender-based violence through the institutional strengthening of civil society organisations’, co-financed by the European Union, M.A.I.S. has undertaken a remarkable fight against traditional behaviours which are armful for women’s physical and psychological health, such as female genital mutilations and early marriage. Together with its local partner, WAHI (Women’s Association for Health Improvement), M.A.I.S. has started an awareness activity addressed to society and key social subjects, about gender-based violence, concentrating a great effort on the enforcement of Egyptian laws and of the international law regulating this issue. Domestic violence is a widespread problem in Egypt: according to a survey by the Demographic and Health Survey, in 2005, one third of women are subjected to physical abuse by their husbands. Particularly stigmatised are divorced women, for whom the probability of being abused is twice as high. In the rural areas, early marriages are happening every day: 70% of women between 5 and 21 years old get married by 18. The 2008 Demographic and health Survey reports that among women between 15 and 19 years old, the incidence of female genital mutilations has decreased from 96% in 2005 to 81% in 2008. Although Egypt ratified the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) in 1981, some reservations still exist, due to conflicts with the Islamic law. Since 2004, M.A.I.S. works in Cairo, in the most disadvantaged boroughs, in the suburbs and in the rural neighbourhoods. Together with ASSDA (the Association for the social development of the Abou el Seoud borough) M.A.I.S. has realized a professional education programme against school drop out, addressed to the boys working for tanneries in Old Cairo. It should be noticed that, at present, 27% of young Egyptians between 18 and 29 years old have not completed their basic education (17% of them dropped out of school, 10% never enrolled). Furthermore, 80% of the young who never enrolled in school live in rural areas and 82% of those are girls [1], thus highlighting the fact that this is a relevant gender issue in rural areas. The commitment of M.A.I.S. to the most disadvantaged categories is still strong in the Sohag district and in the suburbs of Cairo (Governorate of Helwan and 6th October), where the gain of rights goes together with thepromotion of active citizenship and with the fight for self-determination of women, young and children.

02/03/2026

Last days to apply!

📢 Deadline Extended!

The deadline to apply for the open positions at MAIS has been extended to Sunday the 8th.

The vacancies are within the framework of the TAKE STEPS project, implemented by MAIS and FEI and co-funded by AICS.
For more details about the roles and requirements, please refer to the ToRs shared in our previous posts.

To apply:

👉 For the positions as Project Assistant, Admin and Financial Manager and Secretary/Logician, Please complete the Google Form at the following link: https://forms.gle/G6LenSqi6DLvvwQ49

🚗 For the Driver position, please send your CV by email to:
[email protected]

Don’t miss this opportunity!

25/02/2026

Don't miss this opportunity! 🤝

24/02/2026

16/02/2026

Join the "Take Steps" Project Team
MAIS NGO, in collaboration with the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) and co-funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), is seeking dedicated professionals to join the Take Steps project. This initiative supports NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)—with a focus on women, refugees, and vulnerable groups—through training, career guidance, and work experience to improve employability and social cohesion.
We are currently recruiting for the following position
Driver
 Role: Ensures safe transportation for staff and materials, maintains vehicle condition (logs, fuel, repairs), and handles small logistical errands.
Key Requirements:
 Valid driver’s license and at Secondary school diploma.
 At least 3 years of proven experience in a similar role.
 Fluent Arabic; Basic English or Italian is an asset.

Deadline for all positions: February 23rd, 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to assess qualifications and soft skills. All contracts are local and for a fixed/definite term. please Submitting your CV and References to the email "[email protected]."

16/02/2026

Join the "Take Steps" Project Team
MAIS NGO, in collaboration with the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) and co-funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), is seeking dedicated professionals to join the Take Steps project. This initiative supports NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)—with a focus on women, refugees, and vulnerable groups—through training, career guidance, and work experience to improve employability and social cohesion.
We are currently recruiting for the following position
-Secretary and Logician
Role: Responsible for filing, correspondence, travel arrangements, and office inventory management. Liaises with service providers and performs data entry.
Key Requirements:
 University degree
 At least 3 years of experience in a similar role (NGO experience preferred).
 Fluent Arabic and good command of English.
 Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Deadline for all positions: February 23rd, 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to assess qualifications and soft skills. All contracts are local and for a fixed/definite term. Applicants are required to submit
the Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter
References (if available)"
by filling this google form (https://forms.gle/xxdE2ddRcbducvEP8

16/02/2026

Join the "Take Steps" Project Team
MAIS NGO, in collaboration with the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) and co-funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), is seeking dedicated professionals to join the Take Steps project. This initiative supports NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)—with a focus on women, refugees, and vulnerable groups—through training, career guidance, and work experience to improve employability and social cohesion.
We are currently recruiting for the following position
Project Assistant
Role: Supports field-level activity implementation, community participation, and coordination with local stakeholders. Assists the Project Manager with planning, reporting, and translating reports from Arabic to English.
Key Requirements:
 University degree in Political Science or a related field.
 At least 5 years of relevant experience in international cooperation.
 Excellent command of English and understanding of administrative/accounting procedures
Deadline for all positions: February 23rd, 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to assess qualifications and soft skills. All contracts are local and for a fixed/definite term. . Applicants are required to submit
the Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter
References (if available)"
by filling this google form (https://forms.gle/xxdE2ddRcbducvEP8)

16/02/2026

Join the "Take Steps" Project Team!
MAIS NGO, in collaboration with the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) and co-funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), is seeking dedicated professionals to join the Take Steps project. This initiative supports NEETs (Not in Education, Employment, or Training)—with a focus on women, refugees, and vulnerable groups—through training, career guidance, and work experience to improve employability and social cohesion.
We are currently recruiting for the following positions
1- Administration and Financial Manager
Role: Oversees general administrative management, accounting, financial reporting, and budget monitoring. Ensures compliance with donor (AICS) regulations and internal procedures.
Key Requirements:
 Degree in Economics or equivalent.
 At least 8 years of experience as a Financial Manager in the NGO sector.
 Solid knowledge of AICS administrative rules.
 Fluent English and professional knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to assess qualifications and soft skills. All contracts are local and for a fixed/definite term.
Deadline for all positions: February 23rd, 2026.
Applicants are required to submit
the Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter
References (if available)"
by filling this google form (https://forms.gle/xxdE2ddRcbducvEP8)

04/06/2025

English / العربية
🌍✨ We are thrilled to announce that we have officially received the Quality Label as a Supporting Organization within the European Solidarity Corps!

This means we now have the opportunity to support young people aged 18 to 30 living in Egypt to take part in a volunteering experience in Europe. 🇪🇺

This is an incredible opportunity offered by the European Union to all youth from both shores of the Mediterranean — no matter your background, and even if you don't speak English, French, or the language of the host country.
The program covers travel, food, and accommodation costs, ensuring accessibility and inclusion.

For us, this is more than a program — it's a powerful tool to build the Mediterranean community we believe in: open, inclusive, and capable of growing stronger through diversity. 🌿🌊

With a strong commitment to reaching those who are too often left out of these opportunities, we warmly thank SALTO EuroMed for their trust.
We hope to live up to this responsibility and help shape a more united and compassionate region.

https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity_en

👉 Stay tuned — more information coming soon!

🌍✨ نحن سعداء جدًا بالإعلان عن حصولنا رسميًا على شارة الجودة كمنظمة داعمة ضمن برنامج الفيلق الأوروبي للتضامن!

وهذا يعني أننا أصبحنا قادرين على دعم الشباب الذين تتراوح أعمارهم بين 18 و30 عامًا ويعيشون في مصر للمشاركة في تجربة تطوعية في أوروبا. 🇪🇺

إنها فرصة رائعة مقدمة من الاتحاد الأوروبي إلى جميع الشباب على ضفتي البحر الأبيض المتوسط — بغض النظر عن خلفياتكم، وحتى إن كنتم لا تتحدثون الإنجليزية أو الفرنسية أو لغة الدولة المستضيفة. البرنامج يغطي تكاليف السفر والإقامة والطعام، مما يضمن إمكانية الوصول والمشاركة للجميع.

بالنسبة لنا، هذا أكثر من مجرد برنامج — إنه أداة قوية لبناء المجتمع المتوسطي الذي نحلم به: مجتمع منفتح، شامل، قادر على النمو والازدهار من خلال التنوع. 🌿🌊

وبوعدنا بأن نصل إلى أولئك الذين غالبًا ما يُستبعدون من هذه الفرص، نتوجه بجزيل الشكر إلى على ثقتهم بنا. ونأمل أن نكون على قدر هذه المسؤولية، وأن نساهم في بناء منطقة أكثر وحدة وتضامنًا.

👉 تابعونا — تفاصيل أكثر قريبًا!
#التنوع #التضامن #مصر

27/05/2025

🎮 Today we’re excited to share a new methodology we’ve piloted in the context of our apprenticeship program — and whose impact we’ve truly appreciated.

In collaboration with our friends at Mortagal, we introduced as a tool not just for skill-building, but to foster social cohesion, encourage peer learning, and strengthen the confidence and agency of young people entering the job market.

This human-centered, experience-based approach helped create inclusive spaces where participants could reflect, connect, and grow — turning learning into a shared journey.

Thank you, Mortagal - مرتجل , for your creativity and commitment. Let’s keep building together!

26/05/2025

We’re very happy to be part of this inspiring Study Visit on Capacity Building for Women in Youth Organisations! 🌿✨

This experience is giving us a valuable opportunity to grow and exchange knowledge on how to meaningfully engage women and girls from rural areas.

We’re also excited about the connections being made, the networking, and the seeds of new project ideas that are already emerging — all with the shared goal of improving the quality of the services we provide to the communities we serve.

Looking forward to the next days of learning, collaboration, and collective action! 💪🏽🤝
SALTO EuroMed thanks for this fruitful experience

04/05/2025

English\Arabic
These are just some of the highlights from the Empowering Futures: Graduation Ceremony of the First Apprenticeship Program for Graduates in Damietta.

There are so many people to thank!

First and foremost, our amazing young apprentices — your energy, enthusiasm, and commitment made this journey truly inspiring.

A heartfelt thank you to the private sector representatives who believed in this partnership and in the potential of .

To all our partners who stood by us, sharing their expertise and dedication every step of the way — we are deeply grateful.

And to all public and private stakeholders who joined us to celebrate the achievements of our apprentices — thank you for making this moment even more meaningful.

The “Apprenticeship for Refugees and Host Communities in Damietta” program was made possible thanks the support of Prospects ILO implemented in partnership with مؤسسة سوريا الغد للإغاثة | Syria ALgad relief foundation & Cospe Egypt

Together, we are creating new pathways to opportunity!

هذه فقط بعض من أبرز اللحظات في حفل تخرج برنامج التلمذة المهنية الأول للخريجين في دمياط - تمكين المستقبل.
قائمة الشكر تطول!

أولاً وقبل كل شيء، إلى شبابنا الرائعين – لقد كان حماسكم، طاقتكم، والتزامكم مصدر إلهام حقيقي لنا.
شكراً جزيلاً لممثلي القطاع الخاص الذين آمنوا بهذه الشراكة وبإمكانيات التلمذة المهنية.
إلى جميع شركائنا الذين رافقونا وشاركوا معنا بخبراتهم واحترافيتهم – نكنّ لكم كل الامتنان.
ولكل أصحاب المصلحة من القطاعين العام والخاص الذين احتفلوا معنا بنجاحات المتدربين – شكرًا لكم لجعل هذا اليوم أكثر تميزًا.

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Cairo

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Zamalek, 2, Taha Hussein Street
Cairo

MAIS Egypt

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