Policy Reform Advisor for Education

5 days ago


Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines World Bank Group Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Education Specialist. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to education reform efforts in the Philippines and make a lasting impact on the lives of millions of people.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement education projects that meet the needs of clients and stakeholders.
  • Provide technical assistance and guidance to government agencies and development partners.
  • Conduct research and analysis to inform education policy and programming decisions.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, development partners, and civil society organizations.
  • Foster collaboration and alignment among education stakeholders to drive meaningful education reforms and program implementation.
  • Develop and disseminate knowledge products and reports to inform education policy and programming decisions.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Master's degree in Education, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or a related social science field, with at least 8 years of relevant experience in human development, education policy, or program implementation.
  • In-depth understanding of the education sector in the Philippines, with the ability to analyze key challenges and engage effectively with government and non-government partners to drive sectoral improvements.
  • Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials and development partners, demonstrating political judgment, diplomatic acumen, and negotiation skills to navigate complex policy discussions.
  • Proven ability to guide clients and development partners in identifying operational challenges, assessing policy options, and integrating multiple perspectives into actionable education strategies.
  • Experience leading task teams, participating in formal negotiations, and assisting government counterparts in setting education priorities and implementing key reforms.
  • Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with expertise in monitoring and evaluation (M&E), sector-related project documentation, and multi-tasking under tight deadlines while ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Fluency in Filipino and English, with excellent organizational and communication skills, the ability to prepare well-structured reports, and effectively present ideas to diverse audiences.


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