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Announcement Positions

Announcement Description

Pour un Sourire d’Enfant (PSE) - For a Child’s Smile is a non-profit organization founded by Christian and Marie-France des Pallières, operating in Cambodia since 1995. Its mission is to help children escape from destitution and lead them to decent, skilled and well-paid jobs.

Recognized by the local authorities, PSE is working in respect of the country with the Cambodians and thus supports sustainable development.

Six main programs – adapted to the needs of the children – have been developed: food, health, protection, education & schooling, vocational training and help for families.

PSE helps more than 6,500 children and more than 6,000 graduates from PSE Vocational Training program graduates have already successfully integrated the job market with a real qualified position. PSE employs more than 650 people in Cambodia (Phnom Penh mainly) and 6 staff at the headquarters in France. 400 volunteers in different countries are actively working on making the organization known through fundraising donations and sponsorships.

In 2000, PSE received the French Human Rights Prize from the French Republic.

Announcement Positions

French & Chinese Program Manager

Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Exec. / Management, Educate/Train/Teaching
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

tart date : 31-01-2026

Job description :

This Position is responsible for the daily organization management, administration and operation of the supervised education programs connected with staff, parents, and other stakeholders within PSE for the best learning outcomes and well-being of the students.

Including:

  • Curriculum and learning activities
  • Pedagogy development in coordination with Pedagogy department
  • Teacher’s capacity building and student’s learning outcome 
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • French and Chinese Program Development and Implementation
  • Monitor/assess/propose for the development of the programs on its contents, pedagogical approach, and organization
  • Ensure the implementation of the programs and evaluation
  • Manage the academic activities, planning, and all student evaluation (monthly/quarterly test, entrance test, semester/final exams, …) 
  • Create and manage extra learning activities to promote the best learning outcomes and positive attitudes of the students 
  • Team Management, Training, and Development 
  • Manage and set up the class schedule and program annual activity
  • Manage and ensure the daily quality of teacher’s teaching performance, administrative tasks, and resources uses (campus inspection visit/touring, pop-in class observation, randomly check on students’ learning record books, administration/resources folders, …)
  • Evaluate and assess the training needs of the team and proceed the training plan request
  • Propose and provide trainings as needed/where necessary
  • Follow up and feedback on the teacher’s capacity and performance progress
  • Promote positive leadership, team building and solidarity work spirit
  • Students Evaluation, Supports, and Security Insurance 
  • Manage the academic score records and reports and communicate to all relevance
  • Lead and ensure the reinforcement actions for the students’ learning progress
  • Ensure the application of the school regulation for both student and staff
  • Lead and support to the self-learning activities and alternative learning projects for the students 
  • Provide support to promote and ensure the school cleanliness and its safety
  • Liaise engagement/relation with students, parents, teachers, and all relevant sections to promote the students’ well-being, learning attendance, and dropout prevention
  • Ensure study materials, uniforms and office supplies for students/teachers are timely distributed with an effective utilization 
  • Ensure the maintenance and security services for the class buildings, equipment, and furniture 
  • Crossed-function Relation and Corporation 
  • Work in a close cooperation with all relevance departments/sections and get fully involve on the yearly department’s objectives, workforce plan, program need assessment, and strategy development
  • Prepare and manage the budget and expenses of the program
  • Work with Pedagogy Department in developing the teacher’s pedagogical skill to an effective implementation of the school curriculum
  • Involve with HR department in teacher recruitment processes and ensure the quality of teacher recruitment
  • Ensure the quality of records and reports and fully responsible on all statistic and data management of the program within the tools/systems of the organization
  • Regularly set up the meeting with teachers and relevant people/departments to update on progress and resolution to any challenges and issues
  • Produce semi & annual activity reports of the program and any required reports for specific education project development/funding 
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
  • Chinese - Simplified
  • French
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Education, Pedagogy,
Work History:
  • Experience in managing the team (managing a school team and teaching experience is an advantage) for 4 years as a minimum
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • Teacher Training Development or similar field of study. Master’s Degree is a plus.  
  • French (B2) or Chinese (HSK5)
  • Good command of English
  • Strong leadership skill
  • Microsoft office, email, Internet
  • Knowledge and experience in 2nd language teaching/pedagogy
  • Leadership and team management
  • Academy and education quality assurance
  • Presentation and reporting skills
  • Curriculum development
  • Teacher capacity building, follow-up and coaching
  • Educational and pedagogic tools development
  • Assessment / evaluation
  • A proven record of successful strategic planning, program management, team building, financial management
  • Excellent problem solving, analytical and managerial skills
Soft Skills
  • Commitment to PSE’s vision, PSE’s core values and code of conduct
  • Policy compliance and protection of children
  • Patience, adaptability and ability to cope with change process.
  • Ensuring timely, high quality results. Being a role model for continuous learning and improvement. 
 
 

Operations Manager

Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Exec. / Management, Operations Management
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

Operations Manager of PSE Institute

Start date : 30-01-2026

Job description :

To lead the integration and efficient functioning of academic, administrative, and student affairs operations within PSE-I. The Operations Manager will be instrumental in optimizing and implementing a matrix organizational structure and ensuring coherent execution of strategic and operational objectives across all PSE-I schools. 

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Operations & Matrix Leadership
  • Lead the implementation of a matrix model integrating student affairs, academic affairs, and administration across all schools under PSE-I
  • Guide and align school-level and central-level operations through systems, tools, and collaborative processes
  • Develop and monitor annual operational plans in close collaboration with PSE-I Director and School Deans
  • Foster knowledge sharing, joint decision-making, and inter-school synergies to enhance quality and efficiency
  • Ensure a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement 
  • Team Management & Development
  • Supervise and support the Senior Academic Coordinator, Academic Officers, and Admin Assistant
  • Provide regular coaching, performance appraisal, and development planning for direct reports
  • Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of administrative and 
  • academic support staff. 
  • Process Oversight and Organizational Efficiency 
  • Optimize academic and administrative workflows, information systems, and documentation across schools
  • Establish and track KPIs and monitoring tools for academic delivery, attendance, discipline, and resource use
  • Streamline reporting systems and ensure timely submission of academic, 
  • HR, and admin reports to PSE-I Director 
  • 4. Budget, HR Administration & Interim PSE-I Director Support 
  • Collaborate with Finance and HR departments on budget planning, HR deployment, and compliance
  • Review and consolidate budget proposals from schools and ensure budget efficiency
  • Support recruitment, contract review, and HR processes for PSE-I staff as delegated by the Director
  • Act on behalf of the PSE-I Director in operational matters when required, ensuring continuity of leadership and communication 
  • Central Event Management & External Relations Collaborate 
  • Plan and oversee institutional events such as certificate ceremonies, parent meetings, and official delegations
  • Represent PSE-I Central in external coordination with Ministries (MoLVT/MoT), partner institutions, and NGOs
  • Lead logistical arrangements and communication for major cross-school academic and social events 
  • Student Affairs Escalation & Discipline 
  • Serve as the escalation point for serious student disciplinary issues and coordinate with Social and Academic teams
  • Lead or support investigations and case management of critical student issues in compliance with child protection policy
  • Ensure systems are in place for monitoring student conduct, attendance, and disciplinary follow-ups 
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Education, Administration or any related field.
  • Master's Degree is preferred
Work History:
  • Professional experience in:Managing teams, Managing operations across departments, Experience in academic administration management is a plus for 7 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • High level of English, capacity to attend international meetings and presentations
  • Very good interpersonal and communication skill
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office. Advanced systems and computer skills.
  • Be able to lead the academic and operations staff.
  • Change management skills.
  • People management and leadership skills.
  • Analytic, problem solving and detailed oriented profile 
Soft Skills
  • Commitment to PSE’s vision, core values and code of conduct
  • Policy compliance and protection of children
  • Patience, adaptability and ability to cope with the change process.
  • Ensuring timely, high-quality results. Being a role model for continuous learning and improvement. 
 
 

Operations Manager - Social

Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Operations Management, Social Work, Community Development, Educate/Train/Teaching
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

Start date : 31-01-2026

Job description :

The Social Operations Manager supports the Social Director in achieving PSE’s strategic objectives within the Social Department. This role translates organizational vision into actionable plans, ensures effective coordination across teams, he/she will connect strategy and execution, foster collaboration across teams delivering impact for the children and families we serve.

 The role leads the social administration team to enhance efficiency, strengthen coordination, optimize resources, and maintain accurate reporting and communication in support of PSE’s social mission.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  •  Executive support & coordination
  • Support the Director in preparing and following up on decisions, ensuring timely implementation of action plans.
  • Draft and prepare communication materials (memos, letters, presentations, minutes meeting).
  • Prepare weekly, monthly, and mid-year reports for the Project & Grant team, and update dashboards with relevant KPIs. It includes to collect, consolidate, and analyze data to support the reporting and recommendations.
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date data entry in Beneficiary Management System (BMS), School Management System (SMS), and other platforms.
  • Leadership and people management
  • Supervise, motivate, and mentor the Social Administration Officers, providing clear direction, setting goals, and monitoring performance.
  • Foster teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth within the team.
  • Ensure proper training, coaching, and support for staff.
  • Program & administrative oversight
  • Oversee key social support functions, including rice distribution, uniforms, study materials, and book distribution to public school students.
  • Coordinate major social events (Khmer New Year, summer camps, family workshops) ensuring smooth execution and logistics.
  • Conduct spot checks of Extra Classes, monitor student attendance and absences, and oversee the English project for public school students.
  • Conduct surveys on student dropout rates and program participation, providing insights for improvement.
  • Support recruitment of new beneficiaries: prepare advertisements, announcements, and coordinate orientation sessions.
  • Financial control
  • Coordinate cash requests and reconcile funds (PNP, SHV, SR).
  • Manage petty cash for the social team in Phnom Penh, checking invoices for compliance.
  • Support the Social Director in monitoring expenses against the budget plan, ensuring compliance and timely reporting.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in social work, administration, education, or a related field.
Work History:
  • Experience in social work, program administration, or education support for 4 years as a minimum
  • Experience in supervising and managing staff for 2 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • Experience in coordinating community-based programs, events, or school-related initiatives.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate, guide, and develop team members.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management software.
  • Strong written and verbal communication in English and Khmer, with experience working directly with families and students.
Soft Skills
  • Commitment to PSE’s vision, core values, code of conduct, and Child Policy Protection.
  • Adaptability and ability to cope with change process.
  • Proactive, solution-oriented, and focused on high-quality results.
  • Being a role model for continuous learning and improvement.
 
 

Accounting and Finance Instructor

Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Business Administration, Accounting, Banking / Finance
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

Start date : 30-01-2026

Job description :

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and full-fill their academic potential.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Teaching and program development
  • Respect the standardization, competencies and program of the lecture.
  • Actually participate to the entire life and school team.
  •  Teach consistently high quality lessons in line with the designated school curriculum.
  • Facilitate and encourage a learning experience with provide students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
  •  Be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in the major field by ensuring a high quality learning environment.
  • Promote aspects of personal development related the major subject;
  • Provide basic counselling to slow learners or learners with discipline problems by encouraging an active self-learning both in school and community
  • Perform as invigilator during the State Exam, design and correct such exam tests;
  • Participate in the review and development of the school's training program.
  • Tutoring a class
  • Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students’ learning and other personal consultation (personal issues) according to the needs of students as a tutor/teacher in charge (1 hour per week);
  • Act as the tutor for internship/apprenticeship follow-up.
  • Professional development
  • Behave in accordance with the school procedures, regulations in order to promote good practice with regard to punctuality, professional behaviour and responsibility as a model for the team and students;
  • Learn from the surrounding environments (market, partners, schools, other professional networks) in order build up knowledge and skills related to the major subjects;
  • Participate in other individual or collective tasks as assigned by the line manager
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
  • English - Fluent
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance and Accounting or related field.
  • Master's Degree is preferred
Work History:
  • At least working experience in Finance and Accounting Departments for 4 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • Previous experiences in education/teaching is a plus
  •   Previous social experiences is a plus
  • Computer (Microsoft offices, email)
  • Fluency in English (both writing and speaking)
  • Good customer services
  •  Good interpersonal communication
  • QuickBooks and other accounting software is a plus
  •  Prepare daily transaction (A/P, A/R, General ledger, bank reconciliation)
  • Create and the financial report (balance sheet, income statement, cash flows, owner equity…)
  •  Prepare month-end and year-end closing reports.
Soft Skills
  • Commitment to PSE’s vision, core values and code of conduct
  • Policy compliance and protection of children
  •  Patience, adaptability and ability to cope with change process
  •  Ensuring timely, high quality results. Being a role model for continuous learning and improvement
 
 

Dentist

Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Health/Medical
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

Start date : 30-01-2026

Job description :

A dentist plays a crucial role in providing accessible oral health services in Dental Care Unit.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Dental Treatment Management Care:
  • Provide daily dental treatment to children, families, and family members supported by PSE in the dental care unit, including:
  • Sealant application
  • Extractions
  • Fillings
  • Endodontic treatment
  • Minor surgeries
  • Scaling and cleaning
  • Consult and treat all oral health issues affecting children and their families.
  • Manage dental resources, including medications, materials, and instruments to ensure efficient operations.
  • Maintain accurate dental records for children with oral health concerns
  • Oral Hygiene Education & Prevention
  • Conduct oral hygiene education sessions for students, promoting proper dental care habits.
  • Provide guidance and training to ensure best practices in patient care.
  • Team Coordination & Professional Development Meetings
  • Coordinate with the Dental Team and dental student volunteers to organize monthly technical meetings.
  • Facilitate discussions to exchange experiences, best practices, and professional development insights.
  • Ensure meetings are engaging and productive, fostering skill development and teamwork.
  • Reporting, Training and Development
  • Report daily work and challenges to manager, ensuring smooth program coordination.
  • Prepare and organize documents accurately, ensuring timely reporting and discussion of strategic decisions, changes, or issues with the health manager
  • Plan and organize workflows to ensure efficient operations.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry.
Work History:
  • Experience working with NGOs or a relevant healthcare organization for 2 years as a minimum
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • Language Skills: Strong written and spoken English.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in email communication, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Clinical Responsibilities: Provide dental care for cardiac patients and all individuals requiring consultation and treatment.
Soft Skills
  • Be a member of Dental Council of Cambodia.
  • Performance & Leadership
  • Ensure timely, high-quality results in all dental services provided.
  • Serve as a role model for continuous learning and professional improvement.
 

How to Apply

Please click the link for comprehensive information concerning PSE.

Applications with cover letter and resume should be sent to email or link below:

  1.  French and Chinese Program Manager
  2. Operations Manager of PSE Institute
  3. Operations Manager - Social
  4. Accounting and Finance Instructor
  5. Dentist

Recruitment team contact: Phone number provided or Telegram

 

Contact Details

Office Address
  • No. 402, Trea Village, Sangkat Stueng Mean chey, Khan Mean Chey, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 
Contact Name
  • Pour un Sourire d’ Enfant (PSE)
 
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