KEY INFORMATION
Job Title: MRM and Systems Development Coach
Sector: Facility Management, Expert Deployment Mechanism and Framework Agreements
Position Type: Part-time
Duration/Level of Effort: Short-term
Position Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Contractual arrangement: International recruitment
SUMMARY OF THE PROJECT
The CAPRED Facility is Australia’s flagship bilateral economic development program in Cambodia, focusing on economic recovery and resilience over the next four years, with a possible three-year extension.
The Facility supports Cambodia in implementing a range of necessary economic interventions and reforms to maintain the country’s economic transition. These interventions and reforms are primarily aimed at encouraging more productive and inclusive public and private investment, which promotes a resilient, inclusive and sustainable economy (RISE).
CAPRED interventions fall under three technical components including: Agriculture and Agro-processing; Trade, Investment and Enterprise Development and Infrastructure Development; and one Cross-Cutting component comprising: Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), Climate Resilient initiatives, and policy support. and policy support. GEDSI is at the heart of all that CAPRED does.
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
The purpose of this consultancy is to engage a qualified and experienced Systems Development Coach to build the capacity of CAPRED staff in systems thinking and portfolio development, ensuring CAPRED’s work aligns with its long-term goals of achieving systemic change in its domains of intervention.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coach the technical staff on applying the systems thinking to their work, helping them to consider the broader, long-term implications of their portfolio on system change.
- Provide strategic guidance on portfolio development to ensure that CAPRED’s activities and interventions align with Facility’s systemic change objectives, rather than focusing solely on isolated project outputs and outcomes.
SCOPE OF WORK
The Consultant will deliver the following tasks:
- Design and deliver customised coaching sessions to Domain Leads, Coordinators, and Investment Managers (IMs);
- Offer one-one-one and group coaching to ensure proper understanding and application of MRM and systems development concepts;
- Provide mentorship on using data for decision-making and strategic planning;
- Align all MRM and systems development initiatives with CAPRED’s overall strategic framework;
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
- Extensive experience (10+ years) in designing and delivering systems development training programs.
- Demonstrated expertise in systems thinking, portfolio development, and applying these concepts to achieve systemic change in international development programs.
- Strong facilitation skills with a focus on building staff capacity to engage in portfolio management and systemic change considerations.
- Highly advanced written and oral English communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas effectively, particularly in the Cambodian culture.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Cambodian economic, social and political context.
Desirable:
- Master's degree or equivalent experience in international development, gender studies, public policy, business, economics, or a related field.
- Familiarity with DFAT’s approach to systemic change, contracting policies and procedures.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates are encouraged to by Monday 20 January 2025/ apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. The application process will close once the position is filled.
For your application to be considered, please upload your documents as followed: Candidate Last Name, First Name, date, Title of the Position.
Please send your CV only with name and contact details (phone and email) of three professional referees with your expected daily rate to recruitment@capred.org mentioning the position you are applying for in the subject line “MRM and System Development Coach.” CAPRED reserves the right to make selection based on application with a CV only.
Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law.
We thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
ABOUT US
Founded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2017.