About the opportunity
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is supporting the Lesotho Agricultural College (LAC) to implement a project aimed at transforming the college into a centre of excellence. A key component of this initiative is the development of a codified Programme Design and Development Policy. The selected specialist will conduct a detailed audit of current curriculum processes, benchmark practices against national and international standards, facilitate stakeholder consultations, and draft a robust policy document. This role is critical for positioning the college for full accreditation by the Council on Higher Education and ensuring compliance with the Lesotho Qualifications Framework. The consultancy is expected to last 35 days.
Salary and benefits
- Professional engagement with a specialized UN agency
- Opportunity to influence higher education policy in Lesotho
- Contribution to institutional capacity building at a national agricultural college
Who can apply?
- Advanced degree (Master's or higher) in Education, Higher Education Pedagogy, Curriculum studies, or a closely related field
- Seven years of relevant professional experience in curriculum and programme development, quality assurance, or higher education policy
- Working knowledge (proficiency level C) of English and Sesotho
- National of Lesotho or resident of the country with a valid work permit
Required documents
- Online profile including employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Letter of motivation
When to apply
- Applications must be submitted by 2026-11-04, 10:59 PM
How to apply
- Visit the FAO recruitment website to create and complete an online profile
- Attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
- Submit the application through the FAO recruitment portal
Additional information
- FAO does not charge any fees for the recruitment process
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness, accreditation, and security clearances
- Only language proficiency certificates from UN-accredited providers or official FAO examinations are accepted as proof of language skills
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates with direct experience in the Lesotho higher education sector, particularly with the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and the Lesotho Qualifications Framework (LQF)
- Professionals with a strong background in institutional policy development and curriculum design within technical or vocational education settings
- Individuals who possess excellent facilitation and stakeholder management skills, as the role requires extensive consultation with diverse academic and government bodies
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is a short-term consultancy of 35 days, which may not be suitable for those seeking long-term employment
- Applicants must be based in Lesotho or hold a valid work permit, as this is a national specialist position
- The requirement for proficiency in both English and Sesotho is mandatory and must be supported by official documentation
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy is an excellent opportunity for an experienced education policy expert to make a tangible, high-impact contribution to national agricultural education infrastructure. It is ideal for someone looking to apply their expertise in quality assurance and curriculum development to a specific, time-bound institutional transformation project.
Our take
This position is highly suitable for experienced higher education specialists currently based in Lesotho who are looking for a focused, high-impact consultancy. It is less suitable for those without the required local work authorization or those seeking long-term, permanent staff roles.
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