Consultant - Education Financing and Sector Planning

Consultant

Overview

Support education sector planning and financing in Asia-Pacific countries.

You have:

• An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent and above) in the field of education, development studies, economics, social sciences or related areas.
• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in the field of education, of which at least two years acquired at the regional/international level.
• Proven experience in implementing and coordinating multi-country projects.
• Knowledge of Asia-Pacific education systems and education issues.
• Excellent knowledge of English; knowledge of other UNESCO official languages is an asset.

Contract

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Bangkok Job Family: Programme Coordination Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Bangkok Time) : 01-JAN-2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- The Section for Inclusive Quality Education (IQE) is one of the two education sections of UNESCO Bangkok that aims to enhance UNESCO Member States’ capacity to provide equitable, inclusive, and quality basic education for all in the Asia-Pacific region. IQE is responsible for wide range of programme areas, namely (i) Education 2030 regional coordination, (ii) education policy, planning and management, (iii) ICT in Education (iv) basic education from early childhood to the secondary level, (v) inclusive education and gender equality, (vi) quality of education, and (vii) education for health and well-being. In line with UNESCO's global strategy, IQE is emphasizing gender mainstreaming in all programmes. Long Description ---------------- Within diverse IQE programmatic areas, the selected consultant will mainly contribute to the programme area of education policy, planning and management (EPM) both regular and extra- budgetary projects and activities particularly in the provision of technical support and strengthen national capacity in education costing, financing and preparation of national education sector plans in the region. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** ------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Asia-Pacific Regional Bureau for Education, the direct supervision of the Chief of IQE, and the daily guidance of the Team Leader of Education Planning and Management (EPM), the individual specialist shall be responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of the biennium programme activities and projects on Education Policy, Planning and Management. This includes providing technical support on education policy, education sector planning, financing of education, capacity development to Member States, as well as contributing to the development and preparation of new projects and partnerships that support development in system strengthening of education system in the region. Specifically, the incumbent will perform the following duties: 1\. Carry out capacity development work to strengthen national capacity for the preparation and development of the new Education Sector Plan in the Member States in the region; 2\. Support the preparation of relevant technical materials and capacity development tools and materials to strengthen national capacity for Education Sector Planning in the Member States in the region; 3\. Support the development of costing and financing education simulation models for the preparation of national education sector plan in the Member States in the region; 4\. Support in regional SDG4 Mid-Term Review process and review of national reports; 5\. Undertake other relevant professional duties as assigned by the Programme Specialist and the Chief of the IQE Section. 6\. Mission to Cambodia is expected. In line with UNESCO’s overall gender mainstreaming strategy, the incumbent is expected to integrate a gender perspective in all activities and apply gender analysis and mainstreaming concepts whenever feasible. **DELIVERABLES AND TIMEFRAME** ------------------------------ ***Deliverables*** Each month, relevant deliverable technical materials and activity completion report will be required. Specific deliverables are spelt out below. ***Timeframe*** 1st February – 31st December 2023 (11 months) ***Payment Schedule*** Upon submission of relevant materials, deliverables and reports, not later than end of the month Long Description ---------------- ***Timeline*** **Deliverables** **Tentative Timeline** **(Year 2023)** 1 Monthly Report - February 2023 Cambodia ECCE Policy brief (Ref: 2) 28 February 2023 2 Monthly Report - March 2023 The review of proposals off the GPE KIX-UNESCO Policy Forum (Ref: 1) 31 March 2023 3 Monthly Report - April 2023 Bhutan ECCE Policy brief (Ref: 2) 30 April 2023 4 Monthly Report - May 2023 Draft Cambodia Costing Model for Education Sector Plan (Ref: 3) 31 May 2023 5 Monthly Report - June 2023 Review on Vietnam Education Sector Plan (Ref 1) 30 June 2023 6 Monthly Report - July 2023 Cambodia Costing Model for Education Sector Plan (Ref: 3) 31 July 2023 7 Monthly Report - August 2023 Improved national ECCE costing Model and technical not 31 August 2023 8 Monthly Report - September 2023 The collection of of EPM team capacity development work on education sector planning (Ref: 2) 30 September 2023 9 Monthly Report - October 2023 The report on the review of national reports on SDG-4 Mid-Term Review (Ref: 4) 31 October 2023 10 Monthly Report - November 2023 The report on the preparation of regional report on SDG- 4 Mid-Term Review (Ref: 4) 30 November 2023 11 Monthly Report - December 2023 The report on the consolidated activities report of education sector planning work of IQE (Ref 1 and 5) 31 December 2023 **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- ***Education:*** - An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent and above) in the field of education, development studies, economics, social sciences or related areas. ***Professional Work experience:*** - Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in the field of education, of which at least two years acquired at the regional/international level. - Proven experience in implementing and coordinating multi-country projects. ***Skills and Competencies:*** - Knowledge of Asia-Pacific education systems and education issues - Proven conceptual and analytical skills - Effective planning and organizing ability - Capacity to follow up and coordinate independently with minimal supervision - Proven ability to work efficiently in a dynamic and multicultural team environment - Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills - Proven capacity to build and maintain effective partnerships inside and outside the organization - Ability to work under pressure. ***Languages:*** - Excellent knowledge of English; knowledge of other UNESCO official languages is an asset. **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- Interested candidates should click on “**Apply Now**” and download and complete the Employment History form (Word document) in ‘**Employment History Form / My Documents**’. Before uploading the document, at the end of the word document, please insert the extra pages with the following required information: (1) an up-to-date curriculum vitae; (2) a statement indicating how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the assignment; (3) an indication of the approach you would adopt to carry out the assignment, including any inputs that may be required from UNESCO; (maximum 2, A4 pages); (4) the overall cost of the assignment, expressed as propose fee in total and a monthly rate. The complete application shall be submitted on or before 1 January 2023, 17:00 Bangkok time. **Note:** - Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidate(s) about the outcome or status of the selection process. - Please submit your application through SuccessFactors. Only if you are unable to attach requirements in system, please inform us at [[email protected]](http://[email protected]) **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **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)](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution) are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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