National Consultant to support the training process-Capacity Development Training Programme

Consultant

Overview

Support capacity development training program for higher education institutions

You have:

• Bachelor/Master in Education, social science, humanities or related field to the assignment.
• At least 5 years of proven relevant experience in the field of E-learning training and development.
• Fluency in oral, reading, and written English and Arabic is required.
• Professional experience in providing technical support to preparation of training sessions, including online training sessions.
• Experience in supporting interactive communications and facilitating workshops and learning sessions.
• Good experience in translation and interpretation from Arabic-English/English-Arabic.
• Excellent oral communication and writing skills in Arabic and good knowledge of English.

Contract

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**OVERVIEW** Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Amman Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : Up to 1 month Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 28-OCT\_2020 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** Duty Station: Jordan Amman / Home-based (likely online) **1 BACKGROUND, OBJECTIVES AND JUSTIFICATION** Under the supervision of UNESCO Amman Office and the direct supervision of the Head of the Education Unit, the National Consultant shall assist UNESCO Amman team and the International Expert. **1.1 Project Overview** The current Covid-19 crisis has increased academic and financial pressure on universities in Jordan. A country-wide closure of kindergartens, schools and universities was put in place on 15 March 2020, affecting 2,372,736 learners. The situation has led higher education institutions to produce more e-learning content and shift from traditional campus-based learning to e-learning. University campuses had to shift and adapt quickly to e-Learning in light of the prevailing new situation, and many higher education institutions have produced different e-learning contents that vary largely in quality and do not necessarily meet the required quality standards. Currently, E-learning has become an essential element in the higher education system in Jordan. While it has raised the importance of digital skills, it has also highlighted challenges in terms of assessment, quality of e-learning content and added more pressure to the academic lecturers, who should develop and manage e-learning content. To systemise and institutionalise e-learning on higher education level, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is currently in the process of establishing the National Centre for E-learning and Open Educational Resources. Long Description In light of Covid-19 and to support immediate and medium terms needs for system strengthening linked to E-Learning, GIZ and UNESCO have established a partnership to strengthen institutional capacities for better preparedness and response. In this context and as overall objective, this partnership with the MoHESR aims at improving the quality of e-Learning and strengthening the national higher education system in Jordan through supporting the National Center for E-Learning and Open Educational Resources. The assignment will support UNESCO’s project “Strengthening national capacities to develop and deliver quality e-Learning in higher education institutions in Jordan”, in particular \- Supporting the process of strengthening the capacities of the National Center (through a pool of master trainers) in view of implementing an institutional capacity development programme for higher education institutions through a cascade approach. Long Description **1.2 Strategic Relevance** *This project will be linked to the work being done by UNESCO on E-Learning through the Global Education Coalition, as well as key regional support such as the development of legal frameworks for E-Learning. UNESCO will also build on its previous successful experience with similar projects in particular UNESCO's project in partnerships with the Queen Rania Teacher Academy, focusing on Blended Learning Approaches to qualify educators.* The project aims at improving the quality of e-Learning and the national higher education system in Jordan through supporting the National Center for E-Learning and Open Educational Resources. **2. PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT** *UNESCO has mobilised an International Expert, who is leading the development and implementation of the capacity development programme for master trainers under the overall supervision and coordination of UNESCO Amman Office. There is a need to collaborate closely with a National Consultant to support the implementation of the capacity development programme for master trainers, in particular support online training sessions (live lectures).* Long Description **3. DUTIES/TASKS AND EXPECTED OUTPUTS:** - Assist in the preparation of the training sessions and liaise with and participate in the online consultation meetings with the MoHESR and the International Expert. - Provide support during training sessions (likely online) and support interactive communications with the master trainers and international expert, in particular to make the communications with master trainers more fluid, and assist in contextualising key messages into the Jordanian learning culture. - Assist in the translation and interpretation from Arabic-English/English-Arabic. - Support as needed the planning for the replication and cascade implementation of the training programme, planned in 2021. The training programme is targeting 50 master trainers divided in two groups (each group 25 master trainers). **4. TIMETABLE AND DELIVERABLES** Due to COVID-19 impact, all consultations and training activities will be likely conducted online. - Deliverables: two reports (each month) on progress achieved including activities and results, main findings, recommendations and lessons learned for future capacity building training programmes. First report by 20.11 and second report by 20.12.2020. **Duration and timeframe:** The duration of this contract from 01 November to 22 December 2020 for total of 30 days. The work assignment should be submitted according to payment schedule advised by UNESCO **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) **-** For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** A. *Education*: Bachelor/ Master in Education, social science, humanities or related field to the assignment. B. *Professional Experience* At least 5 years of proven relevant experience in the field of E-learning training and development. C. *Languages skills* Fluency in oral, reading, and written English and Arabic is required. D. *Competencies / Inter-personal skills* - Professional experience in providing technical support to preparation of training sessions, including online training sessions. - Experience in supporting interactive communications and in facilitating and moderating of workshops and learning sessions. - Good experience in translation and interpretation from Arabic-English/English-Arabic. - Excellent oral communication and writing skills in Arabic and good knowledge of English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** **APPLICATION PROCESS** Interested candidates should click on “**Apply Now**”, then download and complete the Employment History form (Word file). **At the end of the Word file****, insert extra pages** with the following **required** information in English: \* Upon completing the Word file with all the requested information above, **upload** the file at the “My Employment History Form / My Documents” section of the online application form. **Only** applications with the above requested information will be considered. 1. A motivation letter indicating how their qualifications and experience make them suitable for the assignment; 2. An updated CV. **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.

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