The Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) mission is to support research and teaching in the social sciences, arts and humanities as they relate to Cambodia. Since our founding in 1998, CKS has aimed to foster understanding of Cambodia and the Mekong region. CKS brings the experience and strength of more than 15 years’ operating in Cambodia, and solid established partnerships with local and international organizations. Operating from both Siem Reap (headquarters) and Phnom Penh, CKS offers a dynamic working environment with lots of room for initiative, innovative thinking, professional empowerment, and rapid decision making

2/ Required qualifications REQUIRED SKILLS: -Fluent written and spoken English -Ability to formulate and manage development of project proposals, both narrative and budget parts. -Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting. Full project cycle control, excellent work/project management and planning skills. -Ability to lead implementation of new systems and business processes, and positively affect staff behavioral and attitude change. -Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues. -Builds strong networks and relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback. -Ability to coach people to solve conflicts and issues. -Timely provides data and information needed for preparation of resource mobilization activities and documents ensuring needs of donors are met. +REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: -Self-Management & Emotional Intelligence: Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure. - Fosters a positive outlook and maintains focus during period of stress and heavy workload, inspiring and guiding others towards goal achievement. -Demonstrates clear oral and written communication and thinking skills. Ability to receive feedback and strengthen skills, capacities and competencies. -Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage difficult situations. -Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude. -Leads projects teams effectively -Ethics & Values: Demonstrating/Safeguarding Ethics and Integrity. -Initiative-taking. Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to initiate action. -Working in teams: Acting as a team player and facilitating team work. Works collaboratively with team members sharing information openly and displaying multi-cultural awareness and sensitivity. -Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively. Uses tact and sensitivity when delivering sensitive information or resolving delicate issues. -Informed and transparent decision-making. -Ability to make sound decisions in CKS interest, and to provide clear advice to CKS leadership -Ability to work independently, with autonomy, and to perform well with limited supervision. -Capacity to manage risks, and to inform and take appropriate actions to troubleshoot issues. +QUALIFICATIONS: -MA in social sciences, economics, business administration or any related fields -At least 5 years of extensive experience in project management, planning and implementation, in public and/or private sector, international ngo’s/cso’s and/or academias. -Experience developing and managing donor funded development projects; -Good analytical skills, oral and written communication and team building skills; -Experience in teamwork, with national and international experts; -Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages; usage of project management software will be an asset. -Working experience with governments, donors, non-government, and international development organizations is preferable; -Experience developing successful development projects in partnership with universities, research institutes, and international organization, in higher education sector, is a strong advantage. -Ability to function at both policy advisory and project implementation levels. -Track record in mobilizing financial resources is a plus. -Language Requirements: Strong command of English, both oral and written, is required. -A very competitive salary and benefit package will be provided based on experience and qualification. CKS is an organization that values professionalism, diversity and results. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. -Shortlisted candidates should be able to provide three references on request.