INTERNSHIP POLICY ANALYSIS - UNESCO INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Caracas Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 18/02/2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- UNESCO’s International Institute for Higher Education (IESALC) is the only specialized Institute (Category 1) in the United Nations system with a mandate for higher education improvement in member states. UNESCO IESALC’s vision is to promote the right to higher education through capacity development for the formulation and implementation of quality, equitable, and inclusive higher education policies at the national, regional, and institutional levels in in Member States, with a global outreach. UNESCO IESALC operates in English and Spanish. Long Description ---------------- The Policy Analysis & Technical Cooperation (PA-TC) team is seeking to recruit several Junior Consultants to join the team for the Policy Analysis area, in charge of analyzing higher education policies globally and keeping a constant dialogue with policymakers. - Consultants will contribute to one or several of the following ongoing initiatives: - The Higher Education Policy Observatory - Higher education SDG briefs, policy briefs and insights (research and drafting) - The contribution of higher education institutions to sustainability and the SDGs - International aid for higher education - Microcredentials in higher education The Regional Conference of Higher Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (CRES+5) as well as the organization of the Policy Forum and Network Long Description ---------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO IESALC, and the supervision of the Chief of Policy Analysis and Technical Cooperation and Policy Analysts, the Junior Consultants will carry out some of the following duties and responsibilities: - Undertake literature and case-study research on key aspects of higher education policy (institution and system levels). - Contribute to the collection, verification, and analysis of data on higher education policies and systems. - Assisting in drafting short research and policy reports/notes. - Support international liaison with UNESCO field offices, governmental authorities in higher education and other relevant stakeholders. - Assisting in producing other dissemination documents (podcasts, blogs, social media posts, etc.). - Contribute to the organization of meetings and events (both face-to-face and online). - Carry out any other duty relevant to the fulfilment of the work plan of projects. Long Description ---------------- After completion of the assignment, the Junior Consultants will have: - Acquired an in-depth knowledge of higher education policy. - Gained a good working knowledge of the operations of and with an intergovernmental organization. - Increase his/her familiarity with higher education data and analysis - Improve his/her drafting skills - Acquired project management skills; setting particular objectives and developed appropriate mediation, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms. - Strengthened his/her analytical, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. **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: University degree in the field of social sciences, education, public policy, international relations. Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- Education: Education or professional experience in the field of higher education policy or management would be an asset. Skills/competencies: Experience with network management, communication and/or research and drafting. Language: Knowledge of another UNESCO official language (Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, and/or Russian), in particular Spanish, would be an asset. **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- **Rename the “BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS****”** **title to “APPLICATION PROCESS****”****, and use additional sections if required to add other relevant information.** **Otherwise you can delete this section.** **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- To apply for this position, please upload your CV (1 to 2 pages) and cover letter (1 page) showing how you meet the positions’ qualifications (required and, when relevant, desirable), as one single word or pdf file in place of the Employment history form. Please indicate in your cover letter your earliest starting date (either February or June/July) and availability for the post (either 3 or 6 months). **Footer** ---------- UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as 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. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States ([last update here](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution)) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities 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.