Assistant Programme Specialist

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: General Administrative Support Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 4 Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 12 -July-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Only candidates who are entitled to work in France may apply to this position*** **ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT** --------------------------- As the only specialized organization with the mandate to support educational policy, planning and management, the UNESCO International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP) plays a unique role within the United Nations system. IIEP was established in 1963 as an integral part of UNESCO. It supports ministries of education around the world and other key actors to plan and manage education systems through its programmes of training, technical assistance, policy research and knowledge sharing. **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the supervision of IIEP’s Head of the Technical Cooperation Team and the Crisis-sensitive planning Cluster (CSP) lead, and in close collaboration with Programme Specialists working on the files, the Assistant Programme Specialist will provide support to: (1) the implementation of the research on teacher management in Uganda. (2) the implementation of the research on Ministries of Education (MoE) engagement in humanitarian responses in South Sudan, and; (3) the implementation of the French version of the SCP course on using data and information in crisis-sensitive planning. Specifically the incumbent of the post will undertake the following tasks: Long Description ---------------- **1. Support the implementation of research on teacher management in refugee settings in Uganda:** - Support the first phase of data collection and preliminary analysis. - Support the organization of a knowledge-sharing event/workshop on preliminary findings from the first round of data collection and analysis. **2. Support the implementation of the research on MoE engagement in humanitarian responses:** - Support the preparation phase for the research in South Sudan by drafting letters for the MoE and relevant stakeholders. - Support the recruitment of a national coordinator, as needed. - Support the first phase of data collection and preliminary analysis by reviewing and writing up the policy framework. - Support the drafting of the case-study. - Support the planning and implementation of the training workshop. **3. Support the implementation of the French version of the distance course on “Using data and information to plan for crises”:** - Support the organizational and logistical preparation of the course. - Support the finalization of the course materials. - Support the implementation and monitoring of the course. - Draft the course report. **4. Support the implementation of other projects of the CSP cluster, in function of the needs of the team.** **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- ***Education*** - Bachelor degree in the field of Education. ***Work Experience*** - Two years of relevant work experience in development or humanitarian work, preferably in the education sector. ***Skills and Competencies*** - Strong analytical skills. - Excellent drafting and editing skills in English and French. - Organizational, writing, coordination and communications skills. - Flexibility to adjust work schedules and priorities. - Ability to work as part of a team and to take initiative to provide quality and timely support and services. ***Languages*** - Very good knowledge of English and French. **SALARY AND BENEFITS** ------------------------ UNESCO offers a competitive salary and other benefits that include 30 days annual leave,12 days sick leave per year and 16 weeks of maternity leave. **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that candidates must complete an on-line application and provide full and accurate information. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted. Evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria set in the Vacancy Announcement (VA). It may include tests and/or assessments as well as a virtual competency-based interview (CBI). Only candidates who pass the selection process will be contacted and are subject to reference checks based on the information provided in their application. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieve and sustain gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities, as well as nationals from non-and under-represented Member States (last update here) are equally encouraged to apply. 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