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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Hanoi 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) : 07-NOV-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- UNESCO, in collaboration with the EMPS Project Management Board in the Committee for Ethnic Minority Affairs and the Department of Teachers and Educational Administrators in the Ministry of Education and Training, implements the ‘We are ABLE’ project on Promoting Gender Equality and Girls’ Education in the Ethnic Minorities Areas in three provinces of Ha Giang, Ninh Thuan and Soc Trang. Within the framework of the project, a research study on the causes of community’s resistance to girls’ and women’s education among ethnic minority groups was conducted and a draft research report, including recommendations of policies and actions, was produced. UNESCO is looking for a national consultant to improve and refine the draft report with policy recommendations. Under the overall authority of the Head of UNESCO Office in Viet Nam and under the coordination of the Education Project Officer, the consultant shall be responsible for the production of an improved and refined research report with policy recommendations and actions. Specific tasks under this assignment include as follows: 1. Review the draft report and data collected from consultation meetings in Ha Giang, Ninh Thuan and Soc Trang by the project, and any other relevant reports, documents and publications; and 2. Produce an improved and refined research report with policy recommendations and actions in Vietnamese and English. Long Description ---------------- **EXPECTED DELIVERABLES** The deliverables include as follows: 1. Research report with policy recommendations and actions (one report in Vietnamese and one report in English) Long Description ---------------- **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (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** --------------------------- UNESCO is looking for Vietnamese consultant for this assignment. **Education** - Master’s degree or higher on research in the areas of education, social sciences, or any other relevant fields **Work experience** - Minimum of 10 years’ work experience on research on education, ethnology, anthropology **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- - Profound knowledge on education, ethnology and/or anthropology - Good report writing skill - Good communication, common understanding of, and commitment to the work assignment - Good planning and management skills - Committed to the deadline - Excellent computing skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and related programmes - Ethnicity background is an advantage **Languages** - Excellent English skills **APPLICATION** --------------- Interested candidates must complete an online application in English via UNESCO Careers website. Only the short-listed candidates will be provided with the draft report in Vietnamese for the next stage of the recruitment process and discussion. **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. **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.