|( Qualifications/Experience/ Knowledge/Expertise/Skills)

• Education: University degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in business, science, social sciences, statistics,
  development studies, or other relevant field
• Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience in the conceptualization, development, and implementation of skilling to earning digital interventions.
• Language Requirements: English and Bangla
• Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:
• Proven experience in managing partnerships with universities, TVET authorities, government institutions, private-sector actors, technology providers and other relevant stakeholders, preferably in education, skills development or youth employment.
• Demonstrated expertise in technology-enabled curriculum and digital learning, including instructional design, online and blended learning, interactive digital content, online course design, assessments, certifications, gamified learning and learner engagement approaches for diverse learner groups.
• Sound understanding of digital learning ecosystems and education technologies, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), digital credentials and micro-credentials, learning analytics, user-centred design, digital pedagogy and faculty capacity-building for EdTech platforms.
• Knowledge and practical experience in digital platform management and integration, including platform configuration, content and user management, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), release management, troubleshooting, technology vendor coordination, APIs, Single Sign-On (SSO), interoperability, data exchange and integration of third-party learning, assessment and digital credential platforms
• Understanding of emerging digital innovations for education and employability, including AI/Generative AI, chatbots, adaptive learning, simulations, micro-learning and other technology-enabled approaches to strengthen learning, skills development and pathways to employment.
• Familiarity with digital development standards and principles, including data governance, cybersecurity, data privacy, accessibility and inclusive digital design for education and learning platforms.
• Good understanding of education, skills development, youth employment, entrepreneurship and labour market trends, including approaches that strengthen pathways from learning to earning.
• Demonstrated experience in resource mobilization, including development of concept notes and proposals and engagement with donors, development partners and private-sector partners.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience using programme data, learning analytics, dashboards and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI or similar platforms to monitor performance, generate evidence and support decision-making
• Excellent communication, facilitation, negotiation and report-writing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior government officials, development partners, private-sector organizations, technology providers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical assignments, coordinate complex multi-stakeholder activities and deliver high-quality outputs within agreed timelines.
• Relevant work experience with a UN system agency or similar international organization is considered an asset.
• Desirables: Experience of working in developing country contexts is highly desirable.