Focal Point for the SDG Stories Phase IV in Jordan
Act as the focal point for the SDG Stories Initiative in Jordan.
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Overview
Act as the focal point for the SDG Stories Initiative in Jordan.
You have:
- A recognized first level university degree in education, sociology, psychology, social service, international relations, political science or related area is required.
- At least 10 years of proven work experience with local governments and international organizations on projects related to education, science and culture is required.
- Experience working with public and private schools in Jordan is highly desirable.
- Experience with NGOs such as the UN is desirable.
- Fluency in Arabic is required. Fluency equals a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand).
Contract
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Result of Service
The ultimate results of service are the following: - Identification of five schools in Jordan, with a special focus on rural and marginalized areas, to participate in the SDG Stories Phase IV. - Field visits to beneficiary schools conducted by a joint team from ESCWA and the national focal point in Jordan. - Successful organization of highlight events related to the SDG Stories Initiative in Jordan.
Work Location
Jordan
Expected duration
6 Months
Duties and Responsibilities
Background: The SDG Stories Team was established by ESCWA’s Executive Secretary to mainstream the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) among young persons in the Arab region by using the “ESCWA Stories” comic book as an educational tool. The team visits educational institutions in Lebanon, Jordan and Kuwait, interacts with students and teachers, and organizes activities and events for the promotion of the comic book and its objectives. Against this background, ESCWA is seeking the services of a designated national focal point to support and facilitate the work of the SDG Stories Team in Jordan, through the Jordanian Ministry of Education. Duties and Responsibilities: - Acting as focal point between ESCWA, the Ministry of Education and the designated beneficiary schools in Jordan, in support of the “SDG Stories” Initiative. - Facilitating the process of identifying three target schools to take part in the SDG Stories Initiative for the academic year 2023-2024, through UNESCO and ALECSO’s Associated Schools Network in Jordan. - Advising Jordanian schools and national authorities and stakeholders on the adoption and implementation of activities related to the SDGs. - Facilitating the flow of information between ESCWA and the designated beneficiary schools in Jordan. - Participating with the SDG Stories Team in their field visits to beneficiary schools in Jordan. - Assisting the SDG Stories Team in the planning and organization of events relevant to the initiative, including capacity building sessions for teachers, and the “SDG Stories Day - Jordan” (date to be determined). - Exchanging expertise with the SDG Stories Team and facilitating cooperation and partnership. - Contributing to the promotion of the SDGs, intergenerational dialogue, good citizenship and global leadership among teachers, staff and students participating in the SDG Stories Initiative.
Qualifications/special skills
A recognized first level university degree in education, sociology, psychology, social service, international relations, political science or related area is required. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. At least 10 years of proven work experience with local governments and international organizations, on projects related to education, science and culture is required. Experience working with public and private schools in Jordan is highly desirable. Experience with NGOs such as the UN is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in Arabic is required. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.
Additional Information
Recruitment for this position is on a local basis. The incumbent is required to have the legal right to live and work in the specified working location.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time you coordinated between multiple stakeholders in an educational setting? | This question assesses your experience with stakeholder engagement and coordination. | Provide a specific example and explain your approach to ensure effective collaboration. |
| How do you promote sustainable development goals among young people? | Understanding your methods for engaging youth is crucial for this role. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe an event you organized that required significant planning. What were the challenges? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to facilitate communication between schools and ESCWA? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a successful project you led in education or community development. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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