ED/YSS Non-Staff Consultant

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Palestine, State of Job Family: Education Type of contract : Consultant Duration of contract : 7 Months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 24-May-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the overall authority and supervision of the Head of UNESCO Ramallah Office and guidance of the Education Programme Specialist, the consultant will perform the following functions: A. Serve as the Youth Focal Point (YFP) for the UNESCO Ramallah Office. The overall role and function of YFP will be to support the Office in the implementation of youth-focused and youth-relevant projects and programmes in line with the UNESCO Operational Strategy on Youth (OSY 2014-2021), notably through operationalization, coordination and awareness-raising functions; as well as to support meaningful engagement, exchange and partnerships with young people and their structures. In particular, the YFP will act as the main resource person on Youth within the office, and will as necessary: - Develop, monitor and evaluate needs-driven youth-focused initiatives and mainstream youth in existing initiatives in the area of expertise implemented by the UNESCO Ramallah Office, in line with the OSY and capitalizing on existing resources and taking stock of potential for resource mobilization. - Provide assistance and technical backstopping to colleagues in the office to implement, monitor and evaluate needs-driven youth-focused initiatives and to mainstream youth, in line with the OSY, capitalizing on existing resources and taking stock of potential for resource mobilization. - Support the development of external partnerships with relevant young people and youth-led structures around UNESCO’s work, in close cooperation with the Resource Mobilization Officer promoting youth-to-youth cooperation around UNESCO Ramallah activities. - Carry out quality assurance of meaningful youth engagement in Youth-relevant workplans of the Office and provide technical backstopping on youth engagement, as needed. - Advocate UNESCO’s approach and work on youth, in line with the tenets of the OSY, among development stakeholders in Palestine – including within the UN youth Task Group of UN country teams. - Report regulalry to the Head of Office, colleagues/managers within Ramallah Office and HQ Youth and Sport Section (YSS) under the Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) on the Office's youth work (template and modalities to be determined), information and knowledge shared within the Network and/or by SHS/YSS on youth issues, on the implementation of the OSY, as well as any other developments relevant to UNESCO's work on youth. Long Description ---------------- B. Provide support to the Education Unit in the implementation of the COVID-19 response plans and SDG4 on quality education in Palestine through different activities, especially related to youth: - Support the implementation of youth related education activities, including the distance learning and healthy lifestyle and psychosocial support activities in schools. - Compile, consolidate and prepare reports, papers, concept notes, briefs, letters, presentations, and other materials, by finding relevant information and data as well as conducting research and providing drafts and language editing in areas relevant to the Unit. - Support communication and information management activities, including preparing news, website and social media items of the Unit and dissemination of videos, vines and online game on healthy lifestyles and psychosocial support. - Prepare input into the processes and take meeting minutes of different international and local education meetings. - Contribute to the responses of the Unit upon official requests and correspondence from different sources, including UNESCO Headquarters, Regional office and institutes as well as international agencies, government organizations, education institutions, civil society, and private sector. - Assist in preparing fundraising proposals and liaising with diverse partners involved in various projects and activities, including from UNESCO, the government, international agencies, private sector and civil society. - Coordinate with national partners to design and implement different education activities dedicated to UN days concerning education. - Support activities related to inter-sectorial initiatives with the Culture Unit. Long Description ---------------- Long Description ---------------- **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 (Master or higher) in Education, Social Science, International Relations or any other relevant subject. **WORK EXPERIENCE:** - At least 2 years of relevant experience related to development and/or education. - Experience in working with government entities, United Nations agencies, international non-governmental organizations, or similar entities. **SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:** - Advanced skills in research, analysis, awareness-raising and/or event organization. - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders. - Effective time management, organizational and result orientated skills to ensure qualitative outputs and meet tight deadlines. **LANGUAGES:** Strong (written and oral) communication skills in English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- Arabic language skills would be an advantage. **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. Interested candidates should submit their application online and attach under the “Employment History Form” section the following documents in one combined file: - An up-to-date CV stating details of educational qualifications, work experience, including prior experience of similar work. - A technical proposal indicating the approach/methodology to carry out the assignment, including workplan with timeframe and any inputs required from UNESCO. - A financial proposal with budget breakdown. - The application should be done through Success Factor only. In case you are unable to attach the required documents in the system, please inform us at ****. **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.