National Project Officer (Education)

Contract

This is a NO-B contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

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The salary for this job should be more than 4,440 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 5JOED0020PA Grade : NO-B Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Amman Job Family: Education Type of contract : Project Appointment Duration of contract : 1 year Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 18-APR-2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism Long Description ---------------- ***Duration of contract: 1 year with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.*** ***Only nationals of Jordan may apply for this position.*** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- As the global lead for SDG 4, UNESCO’s priority is to ensure that all children and youth in Jordan, regardless of their status, nationality, background, abilities, or gender, have access to inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities. UNESCO focuses on supporting national institutions, and stakeholders to transform and strengthen their education systems to be more resilient and responsive to crisis, while building strong governance and education management systems for evidence-based planning and monitoring. Data driven education policy and planning also support Jordan’s education system post Covid-19 pandemic and responds strategically to emerging challenges such as learning and equity losses. Through different initiatives, UNESCO is supporting the Ministry of Education (MoE) of Jordan to strengthen their EMIS platform in support of decision-making, policy analysis and formulation, planning, monitoring, and management at all administrative levels. In 2014, the MoE in Jordan selected the Open Education Management Information System (OpenEMIS) as their preferred Education Management Information System (EMIS) platform for data collection, management, and use. OpenEMIS is an initiative developed by UNESCO, in response to Member State’s need for tools to assist with educational strategic planning. Over the years, through European Union (EU) support, and then through a Multi Partners Trust Fund (Canada, Italy, Norway, Switzerland) focusing on system strengthening, UNESCO has provided technical support at different levels such as related to the enabling environment, the system soundness, or software development. To complement on-going system strengthening support, a new partnership between MoE, UNESCO and the European Union has been launched under the project ‘Technical assistance to support Jordan’s MoE’s EMIS platform for enhanced evidence-based decision making’ (2023-2024). The EU supported project aims to support the MoE’s strengthening of its enabiling environment for OpenEMIS, through the operationalization of its EMIS Policy, while also supporting the MoE to migrate their EMIS towards a sustainable and robust hosting solution. In addition, enhancements to OpenEMIS will be undertaking to improve data quality, accuracy and utilization, including enhanced data on refugees. All activities will be implemented using a strong capacity development approach and will be in line with the MoE’s EMIS Operational Plan (2020-2025) and the Education Strategic Plan (2018-2025). Within this context, UNESCO is seeking to hire a National Project Officer to support the implementation of the aforementioned project. Long Description ---------------- Under the overall authority and guidance from the Head of the UNESCO Jordan Office, and the Head of the Education Unit, and direct supervision from the Programme Manager (System Strengthening Portfolio), the National Project Officer will be responsible for carrying out the following tasks and responsibilities in close collaboration with the System Strengthening team: - Provide support for the programmatic implementation and coordination of the "Technical assistance to support Jordan’s MoE’s EMIS platform for enhanced evidence-based decision making" project. - Provide support for the project monitoring and reporting in line with UNESCO and EU agreement and established guidelines and procedures. - Provide on-the-job technical advice and support to the MoE linked to system strengthening key priorities such as evidence-based planning, data management, strategic planning, monitoring and reporting and EMIS related matters. - Liaise and coordinate with selected implementing partners, and experts to support the implementation of the project, including providing necessary oversight to ensure technical and operational quality assurance of project deliverables, and support for related administrative/contract management when necessary. - Take part and support in the organization of relevant internal and external coordination meetings and provide technical inputs. This includes but is not limited to: UNESCO-EU project meetings, EMIS Technical Committee, etc. - Provide support for the coordination with other education sector partners and stakeholders when necessary, and support linkages and complementarity between EU project and SSP programme. - Provide support the implementation of all communication and visibility activities foreseen under the project. - Provide support to and perform other tasks as assigned by the Head of the Education Unit and Programme Manager (System Strengthening Portfolio) as needed. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Communication (C) Accountability (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** --------------------------- ***Education*** - Advanced university degree (equivalent to Masters) in education, international development, information technology, data science or data management, computer information sciences, statistics, economics, social sciences, or a related field. ***Work Experience*** - Minimum 2 years of experience in the field of education project management, and/or project implementation, or related area. ***Skills and Competencies*** - Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationship (both within and outside the Organization). - Excellent coordination, organization, and prioritization skills, and ability to manage multiple and simultaneous tasks, and to deliver results within a specified timetable. - Sound understanding of results-based management, monitoring and evaluation principles. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Strong team working skills and ability to take initiative, and be proactive. - Good interpersonal and communication skills. ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English and Arabic. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Work Experience*** - Experience in the field of education, with a focus on educational planning and policy, education statistics, monitoring, evaluation and reporting, Education Management Information Systems (EMIS) and/or institutional system strengthening, capacity development and change management. - Experience working with national authorities, or Ministry of Education staff. - Experience in supporting information technology / software development activity implementation. - Experience working within the UN system including familiarity with its administrative and procurement systems and processes. **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc. The approximate annual starting salary for this post is USD 46,739. For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our [Guide to Staff Benefits.](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/unesco-staff-compensation-booklet_en.pdf) **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.*