Job offer : Community and Student Engagement Training Officer
Community and Student Engagement Training Officer
Pour un Sourire d’Enfant (PSE) - For a Child’s Smile is a non-profit organization founded by Christian and Marie-France des Pallières, operating in Cambodia since 1995. Its mission is to help children escape from destitution and lead them to decent, skilled and well-paid jobs.
Recognized by the local authorities, PSE is working in respect of the country with the Cambodians and thus supports sustainable development.
Six main programs – adapted to the needs of the children – have been developed: food, health, protection, education & schooling, vocational training and help for families.
PSE helps more than 6,500 children and more than 6,000 graduates from PSE Vocational Training program graduates have already successfully integrated the job market with a real qualified position. PSE employs more than 650 people in Cambodia (Phnom Penh mainly) and 6 staff at the headquarters in France. 400 volunteers in different countries are actively working on making the organization known through fundraising donations and sponsorships.
In 2000, PSE received the French Human Rights Prize from the French Republic.
Job location : Phnom Penh Cambodia
Start date : 30-06-2025
The Social Service Training Officer is to enhancing the quality of training and learning among Social
and External School Coordinators. The role ensures staff are equipped with the necessary skills to work
effectively with communities, empowering them to achieve autonomy and improve student learning
outcomes. The officer will focus on workshops and curriculum development, capacity building, and
assessment tools while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders—including NISA, the
Ministry of Social Affairs, and PSE teams—to align with national standards and PSE’s vision of family
empowerment and autonomy.
Collaboration and Curriculum Development
- Collaborate with the Social Director and/or NISA Officer to identify and address curriculum development needs.
- Ensure timely delivery of training programs in collaboration with NISA or relevant stakeholders or NGO partners
- Design and implement an annual curriculum tailored to meet staff learning objectives and expectations.
- Monitor and evaluate the curriculum's effectiveness, ensuring alignment with national and organizational standards.
- Regularly update and refine the curriculum to enhance learning outcomes for Social and External School Coordinators.
- Develop and deliver training programs to build staff competencies for effective community engagement.
Staff Training Support and Coaching
- Monitor the practical application of training concepts in the field, providing coaching and support to Community Engagement Officer and Student Engagement Officer as needed.
- Mentor and collaborate with new and existing staff through co-planning and hands-on community engagement sessions.
- Create, update, and refine assessment tools in collaboration with NISA or internal platforms to measure staff understanding and skill development.
- Ensure all activities adhere to Ministry of Social Affairs and NISA standards.
Monitoring and Evaluating
- Prepare detailed progress and outcome reports for management and stakeholders, highlighting the impact and areas for improvement.
- Update and adapt methods to meet evolving needs in the field.
- Incorporate feedback from family workshops to improve training programs on autonomy and empowerment and evaluating the impact to family beneficiaries.
- Track the impact of training initiatives on community engagement and staff performance.
- Evaluate feedback from workshops and training sessions to ensure continuous improvement.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
Experience
3–5 years of experience in workforce development, training coordination, or program design, preferably in the social service or nonprofit sector.
Skills
- Familiarity with governmental and institutional requirements for social service workforce standards.
- Proven experience designing and delivering impactful workshops or training programs.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Creativity in designing workshops and training content tailored to specific needs.
- Knowledge of social service frameworks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other tools for data management and reporting.
Specific Technical Competencies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Attitudes
- Commitment to PSE’s vision, core values and code of conduct.
- Policy compliance and protection of children.
- Patience, adaptability and ability to cope with change process.
www.pse.ngo for comprehensive information concerning PSE
Applications with cover letter and resume should be sent to recruitment@pse.ngo
Recruitment team contact: 093 617 555 Telegram: https://t.me/pserecruit