IESC is a US based nonprofit that creates and expands economic opportunities. We believe that helping enterprises grow is the most sustainable way for communities to have access to jobs and for families and people to have opportunities for a better quality of life. We have helped businesses in a variety of sectors, create or save more than 1.5 million jobs in 139 countries across the world.
IESC is seeking consultants for the Skills for Better Jobs (C1.2) programme that aims to foster a mindset of service delivery among training institutions, with a focus on employers as ultimate clients, and better jobs for their trainees as ultimate outcomes, through providing demand-responsive and better-quality training. This position is contingent upon IESC winning the award. Candidates should be available to join the programme expected in September 2025. We will consider applications on a rolling basis and encourage early submissions.
Support the Industry-TVET Partnership Specialist with management of relationships with training institutions (TIs) and other training and education providers
Development and adaptation of demand-responsive curricula of short- and long-term training programs, with combined in-firm and classroom delivery, ideally in the automotive and/or electronics sector(s)
Design and delivery of interventions to upskill TVET instructors, including through return-to-industry schemes
Design and implementation of credible assessment and certification practices, including ideally industry-certification
Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
Graduate degree (MSc. MA/MBA) in education, human resources, business administration, or relevant fields or a track record of holding positions requiring a graduate-degree level of knowledge and competencies;
At least 10 years of proven working experience in supporting public TVET and Training, preferably with experience in both Cambodia and other middle income countries,
At least 10 years of professional experience in developing and implementing employment-oriented TVET measures in cooperation with TVET institutions and the private sector;
Manage the day-to-day implementation and activities of the TA;
Manage all communication with program staff and participants;
Responsible for ensuring the local relevance of program content, and adapting outreach, training, and other materials as needed for local contexts;
Coordinate communication and media for outreach and visibility.
Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
Bachelor’s degree in economics, business administration, or marketing, communications, or other relevant field (graduate degree preferred).
Proven at least 5 years’ experience implementing management training, managing communication campaigns, and/or implementing large-scale programs serving broad and diverse groups of participants.
Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, particularly to reach and engage effectively with multicultural and educationally and socioeconomically diverse stakeholders and audiences.
Fluency in English and Khmer
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit CVs to Email. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.