Company Description
The Higher Education Commission was established by the Government of Pakistan to facilitate local universities to become world-class centers of education, research, and development. By facilitating this process, HEC intends to play its role in building a knowledge-based economy in Pakistan.
Following decades of underinvestment, the renewed realization of the Government of Pakistan of the importance of the higher education sector towards fuelling economic growth led to the establishment of the Higher Education Commission in 2002. Founded by Presidential Ordinance No. LIII In September 2002, the Commission was entrusted with a broad mandate to review, improve, and promote the higher education and research sector in Pakistan. Since its inception, the Higher Education Commission has embarked on a systematic process of implementing the five-year reform agenda outlined in the HEC Medium Term Development Framework (MTDF).
Access, quality, and relevance have been identified as key challenges facing the sector. To address these challenges, a comprehensive strategy has been defined that identifies the core strategic aims for reform as Faculty Development, Improving Access, Excellence in Learning and Research, and Relevance to National Priorities. These strategic objectives are supported by well-integrated cross-cutting themes of leadership, governance, and management development, enhancement of quality assessment and accreditation, and development of physical and technological infrastructure.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for HEC Jobs located in Islamabad. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing day-to-day tasks associated with the role, some of which include leading, developing, managing, and monitoring a portfolio of higher education projects and programs; developing and implementing program plans and budgets; ensuring that project activities are implemented according to approved strategies, policies, and procedures; and interacting with partners and donors to maintain positive relationships and drive results.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in education, public policy, international development, or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in managing education projects in Pakistan or similar countries, with mastery of technical areas.
- Demonstrated experience in program and budget management, oversight, and evaluation.
- Ability to work independently and with teams and build relationships with an open and respectful communication style.
- Experience working with Government, Donors, and Private Sector Partnerships.
- Excellent oral and written-communication skills in English and Urdu.
- excellent team player, proactive, quick learner, multitasking, and problem solver.
