Call for Experts

Job Title: Call for Experts - USAID Roshan Shuroaat/Foundational Learning Activity 

Location: Pakistan

Position Type: Short-Term and Long-Term Consultancy Opportunities

About the Project:

Adam Smith International (ASI) is recruiting subject matter experts for the anticipated five-year USAID Roshan Shuroaat (previously named Foundational Learning Activity) in Pakistan. The purpose of the Activity is to enhance student learning outcomes in reading and math and to prevent school dropout by enabling teachers, head teachers, and local education administrators to improve the quality of education. 

Role Overview:

We are seeking highly qualified and experienced experts for the USAID Roshan Shuroaat (previously named Foundational Learning Activity). The selected experts will provide technical assistance, strategic guidance, and capacity-building support across various components of the project. This call for experts includes both short-term and long-term consultancy opportunities. 

Please note that this position is contingent upon receiving the award.

Key Areas of Expertise:

• Education: Expertise in any of the following: foundational learning, inclusive education, teacher professional development, equity in universal design for learning, teaching and learning materials development, community engagement, or government capacity strengthening.

• Social Inclusion: Experience in gender equality, social inclusion, and community engagement.

• Financial Management: Skills in finance mobilization, budgeting, financial analysis, and compliance with USAID financial regulations.

• Monitoring and Evaluation: Proficiency in designing and implementing M&E frameworks, data collection, and impact assessment.

• Capacity Building: Experience in training, mentoring, and institutional strengthening.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise and strategic guidance in your area of specialization.

• Collaborate with project teams to design and implement project activities.

• Conduct assessments, develop reports, and provide recommendations to enhance project outcomes.

• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and capacity-building initiatives.

• Engage with stakeholders, including government officials, private sector partners, and community organizations.

• Ensure compliance with USAID regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field such as education, international development, public administration, public policy or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in your area of expertise, with a strong track record of successful project implementation. Experience with USAID-funded projects is highly desirable.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• In-depth understanding of the Pakistan’s education, political and social context. Familiarity with USAID regulations and compliance requirements.

• Five years of professional experience in Pakistan.

• Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of local languages is an asset.

About ASI

ASI (Adam Smith International) is a global advisory company that works locally to transform lives by making economies stronger, societies safer, and governments more effective. We work on behalf of governments, foundations and companies that share our ambition to take on the big challenges facing the world. They come to us to develop strategies and to design, deliver and evaluate programs that, in turn, stimulate economic growth, stability and good governance.

For nearly three decades in almost 100 countries, we have been working in partnership with governments, the private sector and civil society in countries at all stages of development.

Our core team of staff and technical experts, in multiple offices around the world, ensures the quality of delivery and high ethical standards that we and our clients require. We bring together a global network of specialist experts, who contribute their experience and know-how, where and when it is needed.

Company-wide, both our pipeline of business opportunities and portfolio of programs are growing. We want to recruit high caliber candidates to support the continued growth and delivery of our global portfolio against the quality and high ethical standards that we and our clients require. This is an exciting time to join Adam Smith International and become part of a team of bright, dynamic and committed people, determined to transform lives for the better.

ASI is owned and operated by its employees. We are committed to corporate integrity and a triple bottom line of social, environmental and financial performance. ASI is a registered B Corp, one of the highest-ranking B Corps in the UK on its measure of positive social and environmental impact.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field such as education, international development, public administration, public policy or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in your area of expertise, with a strong track record of successful project implementation. Experience with USAID-funded projects is highly desirable.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• In-depth understanding of the Pakistan’s education, political and social context. Familiarity with USAID regulations and compliance requirements.

• Five years of professional experience in Pakistan.

• Proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of local languages is an asset.

What we Offer You

Our people are at the heart of our strategy and our decisions. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a dynamic and friendly team environment, the opportunity to support a highly successful portfolio of programs, and support to develop your skills and progress in your career. The diversity of our workforce makes ASI a great place to work, more creative and resourceful, and underpins strong partnerships. We keep a sharp focus on diversity and inclusion, including through our Equality Action Plan and our Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and through leadership from our Executive Team and oversight by our Board.

We recognize the importance of your life outside of work. We are proud to support flexible working arrangements and commit to make a success of flexible working arrangements wherever possible. We’ve built a culture to reflect our values, full of likeminded professionals who are smart, passionate and great at what they do. This is an exciting role managing a number of interesting and innovative programs and with considerable growth potential within ASI.

ASI is committed to continually improving the diversity of our workforce through the attraction, retention and development of a diverse range of talented people. We want people to be comfortable bringing their whole self to work and recognize that inclusion brings further opportunities for innovation and creativity.

Heard Enough? Ready to Apply?

We are keen to hear from you. Please submit a CV with detailed past experience. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. A full Terms of Reference for the position will be provided to shortlisted candidates. ASI encourages applications from candidates of all social backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, abilities, and orientations.