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Skills Development Specialist

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Skills Development Specialist

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Who we are?

The Skills Development Fund (SDF) project has been piloted by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) since March 2018 to test a new and innovative financing mechanism in order to promote demand-driven and sustainable skills development with the ultimate objectives of diversifying and increasing value addition of Cambodia’s Economy as well as creating better and well-paid jobs for Cambodian citizens. As a result, the SDF has approved 169 training projects in priority sectors such as Manufacturing, Construction, ICT, Electronics, Automotive, and Tourism amount 14.28 million USD worth of training grants for 32,826 trainees (34% female) under the cost-sharing and joint-training model between industry and training providers (public, private and NGO). Training outcomes include 4% dropout, 88% employment, 85% employers’ satisfaction, the salary of graduate average of $246. This demand-driven model has strongly been welcomed by the market and development partners and has proven to be an effective and efficient model in transforming the training market into a demand-responsive and sustainable skills development.

With this success, the Royal Government of Cambodia has transformed this pilot project into a TRUST FUND under the name of Skills Development Fund (SDF) (Sub-Decree 97.RNK.BK dated May 18, 2023) with the Board of Directors comprised of the MEF, relevant line ministries and industry leaders. To date, the SDF has received funding from the Royal Government of Cambodia, and development partners such as the ADB and AFD. The mission of the SDF is to strengthen and expand the demand-driven training market in order to meet the needs of the economy and private sector as well as generate better and higher-value-added jobs for Cambodian citizens.

To realize this mission, the SDF is looking for deeply passionate, competent, and committed talent to fill the following positions:

Announcement Positions

Skills Development Specialist

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Workplace Circumstances
  • Environment: Office
  • Languages: Khmer, English
  • Location: Phnom Penh
Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Business Administration, Communications, Sales / Marketing, Customer Service/Support
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary

Division: Communication and Engagement Division (CED)

Role Overview:

Lead and coordinate skills development programs in collaboration with training providers, private sector partners, business associations, and other stakeholders. Serve as the focal point for engagement, support training proposal development, facilitate workshops and consultations, monitor program implementation, and lead time-bound missions to strategic areas, such as Special Economic Zones.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Drive planning and execution of skills development programs and initiatives.
  • Build and coordinate strong collaboration with training providers, private sector, business associations, special economic zone, and other key stakeholders.
  • Act as the key focal point for stakeholder communication and partnership coordination.
  • Lead and support the development, review, and coordination of training proposals with partners.
  • Facilitate engaging workshops, consultations, focus group discussions, and stakeholder meetings.
  • Able to lead missions to strategic areas, such as Special Economic Zones, for time-bound assignments.
  • Track implementation progress, monitor key activities, and contribute to performance reporting and results.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
  • Khmer - Good
  • English - Good
Work History:
  • At least of relevant professional experience in communication, stakeholder engagement, event or project coordination, or skills development support for 2 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • Practical skills in business communication, public relations, problem solving, and market analysis, with ability to apply knowledge in program implementation.
  • Good understanding of TVET systems, skills development, or workforce development programs.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage professionally with diverse stakeholders.
  • Excellent coordination and organizational skills, including planning and facilitating meetings, workshops, focus group discussions, follow-up, and documentation.
  • Good command of Khmer and English, both speaking and written (Chinese is a plus).
 

How to Apply

Interested candidates can submit his/her CV with a cover letter via email provided in the contact details.

Attachment:
  • ToR_Skill Development Specialist
 

Contact Details

Office Address
  • 8th Floor, BDC Building, OCIC Blvd, Sangkat Chroy Changvar, Khan Chroy Changvar, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 
Contact Name
  • Skills Development Fund
 
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