Senior Associate (curriculum and pedagogy design)

CERP Learning Hub is seeking a Senior Associate to work directly with the Learning Hub team. The Senior Associate will lead curriculum and pedagogy design , collaborate with leading faculty members, and manage large-scale projects from conception to implementation with a wide range of stakeholders. The role also involves coordinating outreach efforts and delivering trainings, workshops, and policy dialogues for diverse audiences, including public- and private-sector professionals, development practitioners, policy researchers, and other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will possess a mix of economics, quantitative and qualitative analysis, pedagogy, interpersonal & communications skills and should be passionate about working with cross-functional groups to drive large-scale impact in Pakistan’s development sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead curriculum and pedagogy design for a diverse portfolio of capacity building trainings, workshops and learning events for the public, not-for-profit, and private sector.
• Lead the design and development of a portfolio of case studies based on research projects at CERP. These case studies will be designed as policy dissemination tools, teaching aid and/or outreach material for the vertical.
• Provide critical operational and analytical support for the design and implementation of training plans, leveraging expertise in economics, analytics, and education.
• Contribute to the development of strategic plans and initiatives to enhance the impact of the Learning Hub.
• Support work streams to ensure efficient execution of project deliverables.
• Coordinate outreach efforts to engage participants and stakeholders effectively.
• Facilitate trainings, workshops, and meetings to ensure high-quality learning experiences.
• Exploring and submitting opportunities/grant proposals (ex. RFPs, EOIs, other proposals) for the Learning Hub to expand its reach and network of capacity building.
• Writing detailed proposals about relevant training offerings for a wide variety of partners/clients/collaborators.
• Apply research and evidence using data, research methods, and critical thinking to inform and design learning programs.

Skills required:

• Ability to design, develop, implement, and evaluate training plans, curricula, and pedagogical methodologies
• Experience in preparing instructional materials and lesson plans
• Strong teaching and facilitation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Urdu, with strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational, coordination, and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and perform effectively under pressure
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think on one’s feet
• Highly motivated, initiative-driven self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally, as required

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Graduate degree in Economics, Public Policy/Administration, Education, Political Science, etc from a reputable university.
2. 3-4 years of relevant work experience