Consultant - UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS)

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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) : 12.06.2024 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- **Background** Quality data and information are key to quality policy-making and developing effective planning. Quality and timely monitoring with timely data and indicators help monitor the effectiveness of the implementation of education policies and plans and make necessary changes in strategies to achieve the goals. In this regard, regular quality data compilation, analysis, and reporting to assess the progress of education development, particularly SDG4, are essential. UNESCO Bangkok plays a pivotal role in coordinating and monitoring SDG4 at the regional level. In close collaboration with the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), UNESCO Bangkok compiles data, reviews regional progress towards SDG4, and publishes policy-relevant reports and briefs. The UIS administers dynamic templates populated with publicly available raw administrative data that automatically produce SDG 4 and OPRI indicators. This process allows countries to directly validate the instantly generated indicators and check their consistency over time. It also enables them to immediately identify missing indicators, determine what data are needed to produce them, and work on filling these data gaps. The templates are an excellent tool for capacity-building, presenting the methodology of each indicator's calculation in detail and increasing countries' ownership of the produced data and indicators. To support the regional office in ensuring the availability of quality data at regional levels and analyzing the data to monitor progress at the regional level, a junior-level consultancy has been foreseen. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** ------------------------------- The main purpose of the consultancy is to ensure the availability of quality education data, particularly administrative data, at the national and regional levels, and to build the capacity of countries in regularly providing data to the UIS. Specifically, the consultant will: ***a. Improve data coverage in the region*** a.1. Support countries in the region to submit education data to the UIS regularly using the UIS annual questionnaire and dynamic templates. a.2. Generate data review reports to provide guidance on improving data quality and coverage. a.3. Mine data from public sources to fill data gaps. ***b. Perform data analysis and prepare regional policy-relevant reports and briefs*** b.1. Support the finalization of the Asia and Pacific Regional SDG4 Mid-Term Review report. b.2. Support the preparation of a Pacific Regional SDG4 Mid-Term Review report. b.3. Prepare at least one policy brief focusing on emerging education issues in the region. Long Description ---------------- ***c. Organize regional, sub-regional, and national conferences and capacity development trainings*** c.1. Support the organization of the Asia and Pacific Regional Meeting of Education (APMED 6). c.2. Support the organization of national training workshops on improving education data and its use. **DELIVERABLES AND TIMEFRAME** ------------------------------ ***Deliverables*** Each month, relevant deliverable technical materials and activity completion report will be required. ***Timeframe*** July - December 2024 ***Payment Schedule*** Upon submission of relevant materials, deliverables and reports, not later than the end of the month. **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:*** Master’s degree in Education, mathematics, statistics, or social sciences with a strong focus on quantitative fields. ***Professional Work experience:*** At least 3 years of experience at the national or international level focusing on quantitative data collection, production, and dissemination. ***Skills and Competencies:*** - Strong quantitative data analysis skills. - Desirable knowledge and skills in statistical packages, e.g., STATA, R Programming, or Python. ***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 12 June 2024, Midnight 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. **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.