Are you looking for a challenging job opportunity at a non-government organisation? Childs Dream Office in Siem Reap, Cambodia is seeking an ambitious professional to join our passionate and dedicated team in the following role:

Head Projects (Education Infrastructure Projects)

Starting date of position – as soon as possible

Location: Based in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Together as a team, we at Child’s Dream are here to empower people in the Mekong Sub-Region. We do this by working in partnerships with communities to improve the health and education of their children, youth and young adults for sustainable development.

Our team needs your support in managing and strengthening the implementation of the Education Infrastructure Projects in Cambodia. Reporting to the Country Director, the scope covers school buildings, boarding houses, water systems, and playgrounds. Working closely with the project team, the role oversees the full project cycle from planning to completion and handover, ensuring quality, budget and timelines are met. The position also coordinates with key stakeholders, development partners and beneficiaries throughout the projects.

Your duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Construction Project Management

• Oversee and guide the team in managing projects independently, efficiently and to quality standards.

• Manage budgets and administrative expenses in accordance with approved budgets and internal regulations.

• Plan annual project activities and financials, including cost estimates, budgets, timeframes, log frames, contracts and baselines, with partners for Country Director approval.

• Monitor and evaluate project activities, outputs and outcomes in line with the M&E plan.

• Conduct project risk mitigation.

• Provide regular updates to the Country Director and prepare timely project progress reports

• Lead the identification, development and implementation of new projects and interventions, including baseline surveys.

Lead and Develop Project Team

• Lead our project team by setting an example and fostering empathy.

• Build a strong team spirit within the organisation.

• Promote the capacity development of each team member and develop and maintain a strong feedback culture in the team.

• Collaborate with the Country Director, Head Finance & Office Administration – Cambodia and Regional HR team on Human Resources Planning.

Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building

• Build and maintain effective relationships with our stakeholders, community members, constructors and education partners.

• Facilitate donor visits to showcase our impactful work.

We are seeking a person who meets the following criteria:

Education and work experience

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent education

• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in the I/NGO sector or related field

• Proven experience in conducting trainings, community engagement and development, and managing construction projects would be an asset

• Experience in using construction software is of advantage (AutoCAD, SketchUp)

Hard skills

• Advanced knowledge in project cycle management and budgeting

• Ability to collect, analyse and produce good quality data and information

• Proven leadership skills to foster a productive and collaborative working environment

• Solid IT skills (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, E-mail)

• Desirable skills include training facilitation, presentation and report writing

Soft skills

• Demonstrate the ability to accept, implement and give constructive feedback

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Great attention to detail and a critical mind

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills

Language skills

• Good English skills  

• Proficiency in Khmer

Other requirements

• Demonstrate and uphold all Child’s Dream values, consistently applying the required behaviours in day-to-day work, interactions, and decision-making.

• A strong interest in working for an NGO to improve quality leader and specialist in Cambodia.

• Demonstrate and uphold all Child’s Dream values, consistently applying the required behaviours in day-to-day work, interactions, and decision-making.

• Travel to the field regularly (60% of your working time)

• A valid Driver’s license.

What we offer:

• A full-time position in our office in Chiang Mai with an unlimited contract

• A multicultural working environment with 10 nationalities in the region

• A working culture based on trust, constant exchange, lean hierarchy and constant learning and development

• Salary will be based on the relevant work experience, skills and knowledge plus monetary and non-monetary benefits

• In accordance with our Child Safeguarding Policy, shortlisted candidates will undergo a reference-checking process, which will include consideration of the candidate’s conduct and suitability in relation to safeguarding children and young people.

Did we spark your interest? Wonderful! Please apply in English with your motivational letter, resume, salary expectations, university transcripts, portfolio and two professional references.

The application deadline is 8th November 2026.

We will of course confirm that we have received your application and get in contact with you again if you are selected for the interview.