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Nutrition Specialist, and Assessment Specialist (PPS-09) — Reform Support Unit, School Education & Literacy Department, Government of Sindh (Karachi)
The Reform Support Unit (RSU) of the School Education & Literacy Department (SE&LD), Government of Sindh invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from qualified individual consultants for two senior roles under the World Bank-supported initiative Action to Strengthen Performance for Inclusive and Responsive Education (ASPIRE). Openings include Well-Being & Nutritional Specialist (PPS-09) and Assessment Specialist/Consultant (PPS-09), to be engaged on a contract basis in Karachi, Sindh. These roles focus on education sector performance, student well-being and nutrition planning, and large-scale assessment reform across Sindh. (Keyphrase: “Reform Support Unit Sindh jobs PPS-09 — Well-Being & Nutrition Specialist and Assessment Specialist in Karachi”)
Both positions are competitively graded at PPS-09 with responsibilities spanning policy and plan development, stakeholder coordination, and evidence-based program delivery across districts. Engagements are initially time-bound and extendable subject to satisfactory performance and ongoing project needs. Eligible candidates from the public sector may apply through proper channel.
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| Sr. No. | Position (Grade) | Qualifications | Experience Required | Location | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Well-Being & Nutritional Specialist (PPS-09) | MBBS from a recognized university plus a Master’s in Human Nutrition, Public Health, Dietetics, Food & Nutrition Science, or equivalent. Certifications/Diplomas in Public Health Nutrition, Maternal & Child Health, Food Security preferred. | Minimum 5 years of professional experience in nutrition programs, including development of well-being and nutrition plans/policies and implementation, ideally within development/humanitarian settings. Strong communication and report-writing skills; proven coordination with policy makers, technical experts, and field-level education stakeholders preferred. | Karachi (Sindh), with field coordination across districts | Contract (Individual Consultant) |
| 02 | Assessment Specialist/Consultant (PPS-09) | Master’s in Education, Educational Measurement, Social Sciences or related field. PhD in a relevant discipline is an advantage. | Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in educational assessment, student testing, or large-scale assessment/evaluation systems. Experience with government, UN agencies, or development partners preferred. Demonstrated ability to design and operationalize assessment frameworks, item banks, and implementation plans. Knowledge of national and international assessments such as NAT, TIMSS, and PISA. Excellent communication and report-writing skills; strong stakeholder coordination. | Karachi (Sindh), with province-wide scope | Contract (Individual Consultant) |
📌 Project: ASPIRE — World Bank financed
📌 Assignment Title: Selection of Individual Consultants
📌 Project ID: P173399-AF (as per advertisement)
📌 Grade: PPS-09 (market-competitive package as per project norms)
📌 Workdays/Hours: Monday–Friday, standard office hours (as per RSU office)
📌 Travel: District travel within Sindh may be required for field coordination and reviews
About the Reform Support Unit (RSU), School Education & Literacy Department, Government of Sindh
The Reform Support Unit (RSU) is the technical and coordination arm of the School Education & Literacy Department (SE&LD), Government of Sindh. RSU leads sector reforms, systems strengthening, and delivery improvements across the province’s public education system. Through World Bank-financed operations like ASPIRE, RSU drives planning and policy execution on curriculum, classroom practices, school infrastructure, teacher development, student well-being and nutrition, and learning assessment. The Unit collaborates closely with federal/provincial agencies, development partners, district education offices, and community stakeholders to improve access, equity, and learning outcomes for children in Sindh.
Role-by-Role Overview
1) Well-Being & Nutritional Specialist (PPS-09)
Core Purpose
Lead the design and roll-out of student well-being and nutrition strategies aligned with ASPIRE and Sindh’s sector priorities. The specialist will translate evidence into nutrition plans, protocols, and feasible delivery models, strengthen school-level practices, and build capacity of field staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a provincial well-being and nutrition plan for schools, including policy notes, SOPs, and district implementation roadmaps.
- Provide technical guidance on diet diversity, micronutrient needs, and maternal & child health linkages relevant to school-age children.
- Support integration with WASH, health screenings, deworming drives, and psychosocial support initiatives where relevant.
- Create monitoring indicators and tools to track reach, coverage, and quality; coordinate routine data reviews with districts.
- Conduct training for education officials, head teachers, and field teams on nutrition messaging, screening, and referral pathways.
- Lead multi-stakeholder coordination (policy makers, technical partners, NGOs) and draft high-quality reports and policy briefs.
What You’ll Bring
- MBBS + Master’s in the specified domains; relevant certifications preferred.
- At least 5 years in applied nutrition/public health programming.
- Demonstrated work in humanitarian/development contexts is a plus.
- Strong analytical writing and presentation skills; ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
2) Assessment Specialist/Consultant (PPS-09)
Core Purpose
Strengthen the assessment ecosystem for Sindh’s school system—building frameworks, item banks, test blueprints, and implementation plans that align with provincial standards and international good practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and operationalize assessment frameworks for multiple grades/subjects; develop specifications and test blueprints.
- Lead the creation and validation of item banks (MCQs/CRQs), scoring guides, and standard-setting approaches.
- Plan and supervise large-scale administration, sampling, logistics, and data security protocols in coordination with districts.
- Oversee psychometric analysis, including item analysis and reliability checks; interpret results for policy action.
- Map synergies with NAT, TIMSS, PISA, and provincial exams to ensure coherence and comparability.
- Prepare technical reports, policy notes, and presentations for senior government forums and development partners.
What You’ll Bring
- Master’s (Education/Educational Measurement/Social Sciences); PhD preferred.
- 8+ years of demonstrated leadership in assessment systems or large-scale evaluations.
- Hands-on experience with instrument design, field operations, and data use for decision-making.
- Excellent communication and consensus-building with policy makers, technical experts, and field teams.
How to Apply — Step-by-Step
📝 Application Package
- Expression of Interest (EOI) clearly indicating the position title (WELL-BEING & NUTRITIONAL SPECIALIST or ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST/CONSULTANT).
- Detailed CV highlighting education, certifications, and demonstrated experience relevant to the role.
- Cover Letter summarizing suitability, earliest availability, and contact details.
- Supporting Documents: CNIC, educational/experience certificates, and any professional licenses/certifications (e.g., Public Health Nutrition, Measurement).
- Work Samples/References (optional but helpful): Publications, frameworks, or tools authored/led by you.
📮 Submission Methods (choose any one as per the ad):
- By Hand: Office of the Chief Program Manager, Reform Support Unit (RSU) — Bungalow No. 47-E, 48th Street, PECHS, Block-6, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi.
- By Registered Mail/Courier: Addressed to Chief Program Manager (CPM), RSU, SE&LD, Government of Sindh (same address as above).
- By Email: rsuconsultant@gmail.com (write the position name in CAPITALS in the email subject line).
Contact & Reference
Reform Support Unit (RSU), School Education & Literacy Department (SE&LD), Government of Sindh — Karachi
Signatory (as per advertisement): Junaid Hameed Samoo, Chief Program Manager (CPM)
Office Hours for Submission/Queries: 10:00 AM–04:00 PM (Mon–Fri)
Email for EOIs: rsuconsultant@gmail.com
Address: Bungalow No. 47-E, 48th Street, PECHS, Block-6, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi
Project: ASPIRE — World Bank-financed • Project ID: P173399-AF
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