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UNICEF’s mission in Moldova is to make sure every child in the country is healthy, educated and safe from harm, therefore having the best start in life and a fair chance to reach her or his full potential and benefit from the country’s prosperity. We believe children have a right to live in a more equitable society, where their voices are heard, and needs met as a matter of priority in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. More information on what we do in Moldova is available at: https://www.unicef.org/moldova/

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1. Purpose of the assignment

The purpose of the consultancy is to carry out an external independent appraisal and critical analysis of the draft Moldova Education Sector Plan, assess its soundness, based on the characteristics defined in the GPE/IIEP Guidelines for Education Sector Plan Appraisal9 and help development partners to ensure the robustness and credibility of the Plan and its M&E framework.

2. Objectives of the consultancy

  • Assess the quality of the education sector plan preparation process, including:
    • Assessing the role of the Government, the Local Education Group, and other stakeholders’ participation in the Plan preparation.
    • Identify potential areas of action that have not been sufficiently considered in the education sector plan.
    • Assess if issues of equity, learning and efficiency are soundly addressed.
  • Provide actionable recommendations regarding suggested improvements for
    • i) the immediate term (areas that can be addressed prior to its finalization and endorsement);
    • ii) the medium term (areas that can be addressed during plan implementation or subsequent reviews).

3. Key deliverables:

a. Presentation of preliminary findings to the Local Education Group.

b. Draft appraisal report shared with UNICEF Moldova CO, GPE Secretariat and Ministry of Education, Culture and Research.

c. Final appraisal report that includes an executive summary.

The consultants' work should include:

d. A desk review of key documents, including the following:

- The previous and current draft Education Sector Plan and its Action Plan.

- The previous and current Education Sector Analysis.

- The current Simulation Model of the ESP. - The Medium-Term Expenditure Framework.

- Learning Assessment Reports.

- Education Statistics (NBS data and MECR/ EMIS).

- Thematic studies, with a focus on equity, learning and efficiency.

- The National Development Strategy Moldova 2030.

- Reports on implementation of education sector reforms and other interventions that contributed to the implementation of the previous education sector plan or evaluation of various education projects.

- The most recent joint sector review report, if available.

e. On-line preparatory meetings with the Local Education Group and the Ministry of Education.

f. On-line meetings and consultations with key partners and LEG members, including:

- Government agencies at central level: Ministry of Education, Ministry of Finance, etc.

- Education authorities at sub-national levels

4. Definition of supervisory arrangements

The specialist will be supervised by the UNICEF Education Specialist of UNICEF Moldova. Payments will be rendered upon successful completion of each task, as per the schedule outlined above.

5. Work location and official travel involved

The work will be undertaken on-line and will not require international and local travel.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have:

  • Experience of at least 10 years working within the education sector with experience working in developing country contexts.
  • A Master’s degree in education, social sciences, international development with (or equivalent).
  • Experience of carrying out past independent appraisals or evaluations/assessments of education sector programs considered an advantage.
  • Trained in the GPE-IIEP Guidelines on Education Sector Plan Appraisal.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with counterparts in ministries and at the local/school levels.
  • Proficient command of English language, excellent writing, analytical and synthesis skills.

For every Child, you demonstrate:

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

For more details on deliverables and minimum requirements, please refer to attached Terms of reference (ToR)

ToR_ESP Appraisal_va.pdf

HOW TO APPLY: Your online application should contain two separate attachments: Technical Proposal and Financial Proposal (templates below). Please secure the Financial Proposal *.pdf document with a password on document view; the password will be requested only from technically qualified candidates.

Technical Offer_ESP Appraisal.docx

Financial Offer_ESP Appraisal.xlsx

Applications for this assignment must be received no later than: 26 April 2021

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Remarks: Individual Consultants and Contractors are responsible for paying own taxes derived from the earnings received from UNICEF.

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