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Political Economy Analysis (PEA) Specialist

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Job Description

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Education Quality for Inclusive Prosperity (EQUIP) is a critical component of Australia’s strategic partnership with the Philippines. It builds on over 30 years of investment by the Government of Australia into the Philippines’ education sector and supports the Marcos government’s commitment to improve the global competitiveness of the Philippine education and labour market. EQUIP reflects the collective interest of Australia and the Philippines to foster a robust and adaptive education system where learners and graduates can thrive in an increasingly digitalised and transforming economy.

Job Responsibilities

Develop a succinct inception report detailing the methodology, tools, and workplan for the PEA.
Conduct a rapid desk review of existing literature, reports, and policy documents.
Design and implement qualitative data collection tools (e.g. school readiness template, key informant interviews, focus groups).
Identify and analyze the interests, incentives, and influence of key stakeholders: state (DepEd, LGU, TESDA), non-state, private sector, industry partners, learners, communities)
Map formal and informal institutions affecting the political and economic context.
Examine power dynamics and political settlements shaping sectoral or thematic areas (e.g., education, health, infrastructure, climate, governance).
Identify enablers and constraints to reform or development outcomes.
Provide actionable recommendations to inform program design, risk mitigation, and adaptive management.

Other Educational Qualification

Advanced degree in political science, international development, economics, public policy, or a related field.

Skills

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in political economy analysis, governance, labour market analysis or development.
Demonstrated experience in qualitative research and stakeholder analysis.
Strong understanding of institutional and governance systems in the education and training sectors Philippines.
Good understanding of business and industry needs of the education and training sectors particularly in Regions NCR, 1,2,3, 4-B, 7, and 4-A.
Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.
Fluency in English [and local language, if applicable].

Salary

Negotiable

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