Consultant - ICT in Education

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Bangkok Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 03-SEP-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE** ---------------------------- As part of various projects, the ICT in Education programme at UNESCO Bangkok has been supporting Member States in the region in rolling out competency-based teacher training reforms to facilitate ICT-pedagogy integration as part of various regional projects, to implement the developed national ICT competency standards for teachers (ICT-CST). This includes 1) building capacity of policymakers and key education stakeholders in developing ICT-CST, 2) capacitating national TEIs in designing/enhancing and implementing the teacher training curriculum, drawn upon the national ICT-CST, 3) developing an appropriate competency assessment and recognition system and/or assessment guidelines based on ICT-CST, and 4) developing implementation guidelines for ICT-CST. Moreover, as a result of COVID-19, strengthening teachers’ digital skills, their capacity in developing and delivering lesson plans and activities for online/blended teaching and learning as well as supporting students and assessing their progress, and Training of Trainers (ToT), among others, are key needs in the region. **MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Asia-Pacific Regional Bureau for Education and the direct supervision of the Chief of Section Inclusive Quality Education (IQE), the incumbent will undertake the following tasks: Within the framework of UNESCO Bangkok’s work on strengthening ICT teacher-related policies, digital skills and competencies, including in online and blended teaching, and as part of the work on “Enhancing National Capacity to Foster Digital Citizenship Education in Asia Pacific” and “Transforming Teachers’ Capacities in ICT in Education in Lao PDR” projects, among others: MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES --------------------------------- 1\. In consultation with the relevant UNESCO Bangkok teams and in coordination with relevant Field Offices, provide necessary technical advice and feedback on countries’ outputs and/or other requests, and ensure timely implementation of activities, particularly on teacher-related policies, digital skills and competencies. 2\. Continuously communicate and monitor progress of project implementation with national counterparts. 3\. Coordinate, organize, and facilitate national workshops, and provide expertise on integrating ICT-CST within the teacher training curricula, developing competency-based assessment mechanisms and implementation guidelines for ICT-CST. 1. Enhance training modules for and share expertise, along with the necessary templates and tools; 2. Provide a policy perspective of how ICT-CST can be assessed and implemented; 3. Guide national workshop participants in enhancing/developing a policy guideline/criteria of procedures and mechanisms in introducing ICT-CST as part of assessment of teachers and the implementation process of ICT-CST. Long Description ---------------- 4\. Maintain and update the online “Guideline for Competency-based Teacher Training Reform to facilitate ICT-Pedagogy Integration” () that provides Member States a step-by-step reference for developing and implementing national ICT-CST for teacher development, training and assessment. 5\. Coordinate the development of sample lesson plans for online and blended learning for teachers’ use in the region within the framework of the education response to COVID 19. 6\. Consolidate and design a ToT package for piloting in the region based on ICT-CST, inclusive of relevant samples, resources, activities, etc. This should also take into consideration the new requirements regarding online and blended teaching and learning due to COVID 19. 7\. Draft various Concept Notes, Calls for Proposals, Terms of References and other documents. 8\. Coordinate the work of other consultants hired under this component, review their outputs, provide feedback and guidance. 9\. Co-organize and/or contribute to various sub-regional and regional events related to ICT in Education, teacher’s digital skills and ICT-pedagogy integration. 10\. Manage project documentation, report on progress, achievements and outputs. 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. **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). **DELIVERABLES** Each month, a monthly activity completion report will be required along with relevant necessary programme documents. Specific deliverables are spelt out below. **TIMEFRAME** 15 September 2021 to 15 March 2022 (6 months) **PAYMENT SCHEDULE** Upon submission of a monthly activity completion report, not later than end of the month. **TIMELINE** **Deliverables** **Last day for submission** 1 Monthly Report September 2021 15 October 2021 2 Monthly Report October 2021 15 November 2021 3 Monthly Report November 2021 15 December 2021 4 Monthly Report December 2021 15 January 2022 5 Monthly Report January 2022 15 February 2022 6 Monthly Report February 2022 15 March 2022 **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** - Master’s or PhD in social sciences, education, or a related field - Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in the field of ICT in education - Good knowledge of ICT professional standards for teachers, curriculum, teacher training, and assessment - Excellent English writing and communication skills (oral and written) - Excellent research skills - Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and software - Capacity to work independently and in a timely manner - Well-organized and able to meet deadlines under pressure **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** - Familiarity with the Asia-Pacific context - Previous experience in organizing and facilitating workshops and events - Previous experience working with United Nations, international organizations or government agencies is an advantage **SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES** - Proven conceptual and analytical skills, - Demonstrated ability to provide advice and technical support on education policy, strategic planning and monitoring and evaluation. - Demonstrated skills in stakeholder engagement and partnerships - Comfortable with working in a multicultural work place, solid team skills. - Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills. - Proven capacity to build and maintain effective partnerships inside and outside the organization. **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- Interested individuals are invited to submit to UNESCO Bangkok office the specific requirements as below through careers.unesco.org: - An up-to-date CV stating details of educational qualifications, work experience, including prior experience of similar work - A list of past similar 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 proposal (1-2 pages) discussing the approach/methodology to undertake the assignment and the **proposed fee** **Note: Please put your application through Success Factor. Only if you are unable to attach requirements above 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.