The Colombo Plan Staff College for Technician Education (CPSC) seeks to recruit two (2) Specialist, male or female, for an initial period of one (1) year, renewable annually upon satisfactory performance evaluation and mutual consent, for a maximum period of two (2) years.
CPSC is an inter-governmental international organization for Human Resources Development. It was established to assist the member countries of the Colombo Plan in developing and enhancing their Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) systems.
The main functions of CPSC include:- Provide training programs of further professional education and training to persons responsible for the planning, development, administration and supervision of TVET and persons in key supporting roles;
- Conduct conferences, symposia, and workshops on various aspects of TVET;
- Assist in the conduct of projects in the field of staff and curriculum development and other projects aimed at the effective utilization of resources for learning and teaching;
- Promote, coordinate and undertake research and development projects for knowledge sharing and benchmarking in TVET;
- Advise and assist member countries in developing their technical teacher education and training facilities;
- Collect and disseminate information on technical education and training; and
- Act as a facilitator of member countries in the transformation of TVET framework by modifying the training and development strategies, program offerings and research and development efforts.
To date, CPSC maintains the active membership of 16 countries which are provided with capacity building programs in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) programs for human resources development.
Roles and Responsibilities of the Faculty Specialist
Faculty Specialist service comprises imparting guidance, expertise, and academic inputs in the planning, preparation, and execution of CPSC programs, projects, and other academic activities.
The Faculty Specialist shall undertake assignments and provide expertise in the following areas:
Training and Development
- Provide academic input; coordinate; develop program books and theme papers and deliver lectures; facilitate the implementation; prepare reports and liquidation of expenses of regional, in-country, and/or special programs as may be assigned;
- Develop training manuals and other academic papers for use as learning resources for the implementation of programs and projects;
- Contribute to program planning and provide expertise on program-related concerns as an Academic Board Member.
- Develop and conduct online training programs
Research, Publication and Information
- Contribute to the implementation of research and publications division activities;
- Provide expertise in reviewing publications/papers (STEPS / IJAPT, Web News, Theme Papers, etc.);
- Initiate research projects and coordinate research work; provide guidance and expertise in conducting research projects and other similar initiatives;
- Develop research and academic papers for publications.
Projects and Consultancy and Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC)
- Develop project proposals and undertake consultancy activities to contribute to the income-generating activities of CPSC;
- Contribute to the activities of the Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC) as accreditor and trainer of accreditors;
- Review institutional SSRs, on-site visit reports/accreditation result;
- Coordinate, develop academic papers, deliver lectures, facilitate group tasks, prepare end-of-program reports of customized programs and/or study visits, as may be assigned
Administration and Management
- Manage divisional planning and implementation of activities as Division Chairperson
- Contribute as chairperson and/or member of various working committees as may be assigned
- Provide support to the Director General in management and administrative matters, as may be assigned
- Contribute to the work of other divisions and support management of CPSC in various administrative and management matters, as may be assigned.
- Perform other tasks and duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
Basic Requirements- Must be a citizen of any of the CPSC member countries;
- Must be below 60 years of age
- Should have Good knowledge and skills in ICT and digital technology
Education
At least a Master's Degree holder or equivalent in technical/technology education, engineering, or in any related field of study. Preference will be given to candidates having ICT and Computer Technology related knowledge.
- Served at least 5 years of faculty position in Universities, Technical and Engineering Colleges, Technical Teachers Colleges, Polytechnics, and/or other teacher training institutions of excellence
- Teaching experience in TVET teacher and professional staff training institutes
- Teaching experience in educational institutions such as Engineering Institutions, Polytechnic, Technical colleges, and technological universities.
- Preferably to have industry experience
- Preferably to have resource generation experience through sponsored projects and consultancy assignments.
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Possesses multidisciplinary expertise in at least 5 of the following areas of TVET:
- Competency-based Training and Assessment
- Monitoring and Evaluation of TVET Programs
- Capacity Building Faculty Development Programs
- Capacity Building Programs for Industry Personnel
- Research and Development
- Strategic Planning and Management
- Curriculum Development and National Skills Qualifications Framework
- Greening TVET for Sustainable Development
- Institutional Administration and Quality Management
- Entrepreneurship and Industry-Institute Linkages
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in TVET
- Demonstrates ability to design and develop instructional materials, academic theme papers, training manuals, and other educational papers for capacity-building programs
- Exhibits ability to conduct research and development studies, and write publications on various themes related to technical vocational education and training or skills development
- Possesses ability to manage capacity building projects related to skills development and TVET
- Exhibits technical/professional expertise in various areas of TVET through contributions in International TVET Conferences and/or experts meeting as paper presenter, keynote speaker, session chair, moderator, etc
- Demonstrates excellent command of English Language (writing and speaking); knowledge in other national language of any CPSC Member Countries would be an advantage
- Exhibits proficiency in various ICT / IT applications
- Lead team and area of responsibility
- Develop team members
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Develop high performing team
- Manage team members’ performance
- Influence and motivate team members
- Displays Honesty and Integrity
- Results Oriented
- Customer Oriented
- Collaborates and Fosters Teamwork
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Adaptable to multicultural working environment
- Able to conduct training independently
Desirable Qualifications
Multicultural/International Experience- International working experience and working knowledge of CPSC member countries’ TVET system, in addition to home country
- International experience in working in a multicultural environment or in a multinational organization with geographical working experience in another country, other than the home country
- Good physical condition
- Well-groomed and with a dynamic and pleasing personality suited to International Organizations
- Enjoys teaching and networking with different levels of people
- Able to travel internationally
- Adaptable in any working condition
- Able to adjust and work in a culturally diverse environment
Duration of Appointment
One (1) year, with the possibility of extension upon satisfactory performance evaluation and mutual consent. The possible extension of service shall be for another one (1) year, for a total of a maximum period of two (2) years of service, and shall not be eligible for reappointment.
Interested applicants may apply using the prescribed form (Application for Faculty Specialist) with complete Curriculum vitae, a summary of a professional portfolio and published books and papers, a transcript of records and certificates of academic degrees, and certificates of employment to:
(Re: Faculty Specialist)
Colombo Plan Staff College for Technician Education
Building Block C, Department of Education Complex
Meralco Avenue, Pasig City, Metro Manila, 1600 Philippines
E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]
Acceptance of applications: from February 4, 2025
Last date of applications: March 31, 2025 (unless extended)
Joining Date of Selected Applicant: August 1, 2025
Note:
- Applicants are requested to route their applications through the official channel (as appropriate) indicating the concerned authority’s (e.g. Head of Organization or concerned Ministry, etc.) no objection to his/her application and in the event of his/her selection, he/she will be relieved to take up the position at CPSC, Philippines
- The candidates who had applied earlier vide our advertisement dated March 1, 2024, for the Faculty Specialist position and were shortlisted for the interview, will be given a chance to appear directly for a re-interview this time, subject to the CPSC Norms that only one (1) Faculty Specialist per country at a given time, can serve at CPSC.
- Canvassing in any form will straight away lead to the disqualification of the applicant.
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