Education Officer (NO-2), Asuncion, Paraguay

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This is a NO-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. More about NO-2 contracts.

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has a new cooperation programme in Paraguay for the period 2020-2024, which will focus on the most vulnerable children and adolescents, such as those living in poverty, in rural areas, indigenous and disabled populations, promoting the guarantee of the fulfillment of their rights.

UNICEF cooperation, which has a 5-year cycle, will provide technical assistance, knowledge and international experience, as well as non-reimbursable financing with own and donor resources for four programmatic axes: a) “First years”, which prioritizes integral development of girls and boys from 0 to 10 years old; b) “Adolescents”, which addresses the factors that determine the full development of people aged 11 to 17; c) “Generation of evidence for the strengthening of public policies, plans and programmes”, which accompanies the actions; and d) “Programme effectiveness”, which deals with coordination, management, monitoring and evaluation.

The country programme will rely on strategies such as evidence-based advocacy to influence public policy and decision-making that favor children, strengthening the capacities of government and civil society institutions, promotion of protective and healthy social practices and norms, promotion and application of innovation, evidence-based management and the promotion of a social dialogue on children´s rights with the participation of adolescents and key actors.

In line with the above, the new cooperation programme of UNICEF in Paraguay will guide its actions during the period 2020-2024 with a view to contribute to improving the situation of children and adolescents in the country.

For every child, education

The Education Officer is accountable for professional technical contribution to education programmes/projects design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis and progress reporting. Commitment for enhancement of gender-sensitive teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy.

How can you make a difference?

Programme/Project Management

Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective Education programme and project design, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation, including gender disaggregation; provide support for sharing the information with relevant partners Draft sound Education programme budgets for review by the supervisor.

Project Efficiency and Effectiveness

Enhance project efficiency and effectiveness through implementation follow-on activities with various implementing partners, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply and non-supply assistance and Education project status.

Work Plan and Project Documentation

Analyse collected data and information and prepare progress reports including monitoring and reporting indicators by gender; draft changes in Education project work plans and assist in identification of required supplies and equipment as well as in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with established rules, regulations and plans of action, and provide support for consultation with partners as required on planning and implementation of Country Programme activities.

Project Implementation Information and Data

Ensure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that Education project expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database (e.g., Vision). Follow up on queries, including with and by partners, or initiate corrective action on discrepancies.

Knowledge Sharing

Compile Education project implementation training and orientation materials to promote knowledge sharing with donors and media.

Communication and Networking

Ensure the effective communication and networking developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration with all stakeholders.

  • Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management; and provide support for orientation and training of all implementing partners to UNICEF financial and supply policies and procedures.
  • Team with local Government counterparts to exchange information on Education project implementation and status as well as movement and distribution of supplies.
  • Supports coordination with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to Education sector.

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

  • Education: University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Education; Primary Education, Economics, Social Sciences, or a field(s) relevant to international development assistance .
  • Experience:Two years of professional work experience at national and international levels relevant Education programmes. Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an asset. Background in Emergency programme an asset
  • Language: Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Core Values:

  • Commitment
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Integrity

    Core Competencies:

  • Builds and Maintains Partnerships

  • Demonstrates Self-Awareness and Ethical Awareness
  • Drive to Achieve Results for Impact
  • Innovates and Embraces Change
  • Manages Ambiguity and Complexity
  • Nurture, Leads and Manage People
  • Thinks and Acts Strategically
  • Works Collaboratively with Others

View our competency framework at

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

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:

Availability to undertake field missions/trips on a regular basis and as required by the country programme is a condition of national officer professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the civil service.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

This is a National Officer Position, therefore is only available for Paraguayan Nationals Only

Added 3 years ago - Updated 2 years ago - Source: unicef.org