National Expert - Higher Education Reform under TVET-2

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Erbil Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 09/06/2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism Short Description ----------------- UNESCO is seeking to recruit a national expert to assist in the Higher Education component of TVET 2 for 11 months beginning June 2022 Background ---------- Following the successful completion of the TVET Reform Phase 1 (TVET 1) project, UNESCO is implementing a three-year, second phase of the Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Reform Project with continued funding support from the European Union. UNESCO is seeking to recruit a national expert to assist in the Higher Education component of TVET 2 for 11 months beginning June 2022. The National expert will contribute to Outcome 3. Outcome 3 To develop higher education institutions’ systems and leadership for meeting local skills needs and international recognition of qualifications **Output 1** Application of international practices and tools for benchmarking qualifications **Output 2** Development of competency based programmes using ECTS and Tuning methods **Output 3** Application of international quality standards and quality management practices **Output 4** Increased international connections and collaboration involving students and staff **Duties and Responsibilities of the National Consultant** ----------------------------------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Iraq Office and the direct supervision of the Chief of Education, the selected candidate shall do the following, but not limited to, functions: 1\. Assist the Project Team in implementing all the programmed activities under Outcome 3 to achieve project outputs with a particular focus on Kurdistan. 2\. Liaise with MOHE and Technical Universities to arrange meetings and workshops as required by the project, ensuring Ministry approval is obtained and all involved parties are informed in a timely manner 3\. Support national and international experts to implement the Higher Education component of the project, namely all activities to achieve Outcome 3 4\. Support initiation and implementation of visibility activities including graphics design/desktop publishing of project materials to ensure communication of key messages are communicated to target audience 5\. Build strong working relationships with the Technical Universities being supported under the project to ensure smooth cooperation and communication to allow the organisations of workshops, trainings and meetings with International and National experts. 6\. Establish, manage and monitoring of contracts and relationships with consultants/contractors covering the range of expertise required to successfully implement the activities, in compliance with the rules and regulations of UNESCO; 7\. Facilitate information sharing amongst stakeholders, including with local authorities and communities, and NGOs, and organize events to enhance awareness raising and project visibility inside Iraq; 8\. Prepare reports, briefings, presentations and other materials, as requested by the Head of Education / Project Manager 9\. Undertake missions as necessary and requested for project implementation in KRG and accompany International experts in their missions. 10\. Assist with other tasks in the Erbil Office, as requested by the Director, Head of Education and the Project team. **• The consultant will have internal/external contacts:** The Education sector, specifically TVET; Consultants and contractors; MoHE, MoE, DoE in KRG; Payment of remuneration will be linked to acceptance of the deliverables as per the agreed work plan. Required Qualifications ----------------------- **1. Academic qualifications** A master’s degree in an education-related field such as adult education; educational administration; or other related fields. **2. Professional experience** • Experience in working with HE reform in the TVET sector in KRG • 5 years providing technical assistance to international development projects • Facilitating partnerships between TVET providers and employers • Understanding of the Bologna Process in facilitating HE Reform • Working with a number of stakeholder groups, such as national ministries; sub-national governments; Universities; NGOs; and industry. **3. Language requirement** Fluent in English – oral, written, comprehension Fluent speaker of Kurdish and Arabic required **Desired Qualifications:** --------------------------- • Master’s degree related to Education/TVET preferred. Previous HE reform experience in Iraq is an advantage. • 10 years of experience supporting an international organization, preferably a United Nations entity in Iraq. **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). **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: A **Technical Written** proposal (2-3 Pages Maximum) consisting of: • Comments on the Terms of Reference, if any (in brief); • An up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV), and a statement indicating how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the assignment. • A description of your proposed approach and methodology for undertaking the assignment • List of work assignments and/or THREE (03) contacts as references – to be filled and returned to UNESCO as part of the submission. • A **Financial proposal** in US dollars showing monthly rates and total value. Any travel and subsistence requirements should be indicated separately. Please design the payment scheme against a clear and specific set of deliverables and milestones as reflected in the work plan (above). The proposal must be in **English**. **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 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.