The client is seeking a strategic leader responsible for piloting the national transformation of education and cultural systems as part of a broader national program. This role will help structure the educational and cultural foundations needed to support long-term economic, industrial, and societal development, with a focus on aligning education, learning, and local economic realities.
Key responsibilities include defining and overseeing a national strategy for education, training, and knowledge transmission in line with national development priorities. The role will also involve designing large-scale educational and training frameworks tailored to the needs of strategic sectors, developing partnerships with academic, cultural, and international institutions, and conceiving and managing initiatives that promote cultural dynamics, creative industries, and national heritage. In addition, the role will integrate cultural and identity considerations into development and attractiveness policies, and establish nationwide monitoring and impact indicators.
The successful applicant will bring at least 15 years of experience in senior leadership roles related to education, culture, or public policy, and will have operated in complex environments at the interface of public institutions, international organizations, and private stakeholders. They should demonstrate proven experience leading education reforms, developing training systems, and implementing cultural policies, with the ability to translate a national vision into concrete, measurable actions. A strong understanding of educational, cultural, and societal issues is expected to be central to success in this position.