Consultant - Equity & Inclusion in Education

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VACANCY NOTICE NUMBER: VN11-2023-SF18698-IC-IQE ----------------------------------------------- **OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Bangkok Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 09-APR-2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- **BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE** Under the commitment to ensure ‘inclusive and equitable quality education’ and promote ‘lifelong learning for all’ as part of the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), the Asia-Pacific region has made a significant progress in terms of both access and quality of education. However, millions of children from disadvantaged groups are kept out or pushed out of education systems through decisions leading to exclusion from curricula, irrelevant learning objectives, stereotyping in textbooks, discrimination in resource allocation and assessments, tolerance of violence and neglect of needs. In addition, the prolonged school closure during the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the pre-existing inequalities and stalled global progress to meet the promise of ‘leave no one behind’. In order to address inclusion in education issues, the Inclusive Basic Education programme at UNESCO Bangkok supports the promotion of inclusive, equitable and quality early childhood care and education and pre-primary education, primary education and secondary education (lower and upper) in the region as a human right. UNESCO Bangkok, as a chair of Asia Pacific Multilingual Education Working Group (MLE WG) and the Disability-Inclusive Education in Asia-Pacific Working Group, has worked collaboratively with partners to raise awareness and remove persistent inequalities in the educational attainment of ethnolinguistic minorities and children with disabilities. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES --------------------------------- **MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Asia-Pacific Regional Bureau for Education, the direct supervision and overall guidance of the Chief of Section Inclusive Quality Education (IQE), and daily guidance of the Team Leader of Equity & Inclusion in Education, the incumbent will undertake the following tasks: 1\. Support the coordination and implementation of activities under the Asia-Pacific Multilingual Education Working Group (MLE WG); 1. Coordinate and assist in regional MLE assessment guideline; 2. Maintain and update MLE WG website, social media and MTB-MLE page under UNESCO Bangkok website; 3. Assist in the organization of the 7th International Conference on Language and Education and the 4th High-Level Policy Forum on MLE; 4. Develop a position paper/policy brief on MTB MLE and online learning format; 5. Develop a thematic synthesis of country national reports on MLE; Long Description ---------------- 2\. Support and assist, as required, the implementation of related activities under the framework of the regional programme on Equity & Inclusion in Education, including those related to the Disability-Inclusive Education Working Group and Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), mainly by assisting in the organization of seminars, meetings, and capacity development workshops, research, peer reviews, communications, etc; 3\. Assist in the resource mobilization for Equity & Inclusion in Education related activities; and 4\. Carry out additional tasks as required and assigned by the Section Chief or the Office Director. 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. Expected Deliverables/Outputs: ------------------------------ **EXPECTED DELIVERABLES/OUTPUTS:** Deliverables Deadline for Submission 1 - Draft minutes of the conference steering committee meeting - Final voluntary report guideline for the High-Level Policy Forum on MLE 31 May 2023 2 - Draft minutes of the MLE WG/conference steering committee meeting - List of cases of digital transformation of MTB MLE in Asia-Pacific region 30 June 2023 3 - Draft minutes of the conference steering committee meeting - Draft provisional conference programme - Revised paper on digital transformation of MTB MLE 31 July 2023 4 - Draft minutes of the conference steering committee meeting - Final paper on digital transformation of MTB MLE 31 August 2023 5 - Draft minutes of the conference steering committee meeting - Op-ed for International Literacy Day 30 September 2023 6 - Draft minutes of the conference steering committee meeting - Draft outline of post-conference advocacy material - Draft report on the International Conference on Language and Education and the High-Level Policy Forum on MLE 31 October 2023 **EXPECTED DELIVERABLES/OUTPUTS (CONTINUED):** 7 - Draft minutes of the MLE WG meeting - Draft regional synthesis of volunteer national reports on language and education 30 November 2023 8 - Op-ed for International Migrants Day - Draft concept note and provisional agenda for International Mother Language Day event 31 December 2023 9 - Draft MLE WG workplan 2024 - Final regional synthesis of volunteer national reports on language and education 31 January 2024 10 - Draft minutes of the MLE WG meeting - Op-ed for International Mother Language Day 29 February 2024 11 - Draft post-conference advocacy material - Draft project proposal on Equity & Inclusion in Education (MLE, disability-inclusive education, EIE, etc.) 31 March 2024 **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** - Master’s degree in the field of social sciences, international studies, education, or related fields. **Work Experience** - At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the area of equity and inclusion in education. **Skills/Competencies** - Proven conceptual and analytical skills especially in equity and inclusion in education - Good research skills - Ability to work in a multicultural environment and maintain effective team cooperation - Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and software - Capacity to work independently and in a timely manner REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) ----------------------------------- **Languages** - Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken) **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- - Familiarity with the Asia-Pacific context - Previous experience working with United Nations, international organizations or government agencies is an advantage **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- Interested individuals are invited to submit to UNESCO Bangkok office the specific requirements as below through [careers.unesco.org](https://career2.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=10801&company=unesco) 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: - An up-to-date CV stating details of educational qualifications, work experience, including prior experience of similar work - A list of past work or reports/publications written with hyperlinks to access such paper if they are available online or samples of such papers if they are only available offline. - A brief motivation letter - A brief proposal (1-2 pages) discussing the approach/methodology to undertake the assignment and the **proposed fee** **The complete application shall be submitted on or before 9 April 2023 17:00 Bangkok time.** **NOTE** -------- - Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidates 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] **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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