Professional Development and Curriculum Coordinator - منسق المناهج والتطوير المهني

Contract

This is a RLG-15 contract. This kind of contract is known as Relocation Grant. More about RLG-15 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting The incumbent of this post reports directly to the Head, Professional Development and Curriculum Unit. S/he is responsible for the professional development and curriculum activities of schools on a regular basis.

Responsibilities (A)Assists in promoting, establishing, and supporting the implementation of professional development programmes in order to disseminate best practices; (B)Contributes to the development, implementation and assessment of curriculum enrichment, and cross cutting curriculum issues including inclusive education, human rights, child wellbeing and gender; (C)Coordinates and provides professional training and curriculum support to relevant stakeholders, develops training materials for programmes/activities by utilizing various research methods and media such as DVD, CD and internet to effectively conduct training to develop stakeholders’ skills; (D)Is responsible for monitoring and assessing the impact of professional development and activities relevant to curricula at the field level and assures that his/her work is consistent with applicable rules and regulations, policies and programmes of UNRWA; (E)Assists the supervisor in the development of the comprehensive professional development and curriculum plan for the field and provides the supervisor with feedback data from training and curricula activities in order to support the implementation of research-based theories and techniques of professional development programmes; (F)Contributes to the professional development and activities relevant to curricula and works collegially with peers to improve his/her practice; (G)Keeps up to date on knowledge and practice in the area of work including the latest research and studies on curriculum enrichment and teacher development by collaborating with local universities, community organizations and NGOs, attending their workshops, meetings and training exercises to gather ideas and develop best practices to incorporate into their training programmes/activities for UNRWA staff; (H)Assists in producing regular reports including an annual field report on professional development and curricula to improve learning; (I)Performs other duties as they may be assigned.

Competencies (i) Ability to use various teaching and training methods;

(ii) Ability to work as a team member;

(iii) Ability to provide inspiring, motivating and strategic leadership;

(iv) Understanding of promoting inclusive approaches in professional development programs and curricula enrichment materials;

(v) Ability to communicate effectively to diverse groups and stakeholder;

(vi) Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;

(vii) Proven research, problem solving and decision making skills in a teaching/learning context;

(viii) Proficiency in standard Agency computer applications;

(ix) Integrity and positive attitude, and

(x) General knowledge of GAPAR activities, rules and general information about Palestine.

Education A university degree from a university in a school related subject plus at least one year of professional teacher training or a higher diploma. شهادة جامعية من مؤسسة تعليمية معتمدة في احدى المواد التدريسية بالإضافة إلى دبلوم تأهيل تربوي أو دراسات عليا في هذا المجال.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

(A) Advanced degree or diploma in education leadership and management, curricula or teaching methodologies;

(B) Experience in adult training and continuing professional development;

(C) In-depth knowledge and understanding of research and experience in developing, implementing and monitoring professional development programmes including School Based Professional Development approach as well as curricula reforms.

Work Experience At least five years of relevant professional experience of which at least three years as a teacher or as a trainer on issues relevant to education and a minimum of two years experience in an administrative/managerial capacity. - خمس سنوات على الأقل من الخبرة المهنية ذات الصلة متضمنةً ما لا يقل عن ثلاث سنوات خبرة كمدرس أو كمدرب في المواضيع ذات الصلة بالإضافة لسنتين في منصب إداري / إشرافي.

Languages (i) Excellent command of spoken and written Arabic;

(ii) Good command of spoken and written English.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice * Conditions of service: Contract Status: - Fixed term Appointment for 3 years; including 1 year of probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need. Monthly basic salary: 838.20USD Grade: 15

Other benefits include: - Provident Fund contribution (15.2% of basic salary paid by the Agency). - Dependency allowances (if applicable). - 30 days of annual leave in addition to maternity, paternity and sick leaves.

Candidates who are invited to a written test should submit their academic qualifications, employment certificates and other required documents, either before the date of the test, or on the day of the test. Failure to do so may entail disqualification from the recruitment process. على المتقدمين المدعوين للامتحان إحضار شهاداتهم الأكاديمية وشهادات الخبرة وأي مستندات أخرى مطلوبة إما قبل تاريخ الامتحان أو يوم الامتحان حيث يؤدي الفشل في تحقيق ذلك إلى الاستبعاد من التقدم للامتحان

Candidates should also submit a statement of non-employment (3 copies) given that governmental, or joint sector employees cannot be appointed to UNRWA posts even if they have leave without pay permit. إبراز وثيقة غير موظف عدد 3 فلا يحق لموظفي القطاع العام أو المشترك التعيين ضمن شواغر الأونروا حتى وان كان ضمن اجازة بلا أجر.

Candidates who succeed in the recruitment process and receive an offer of appointment to the respective post must submit a notification issued by GAPAR to the effect that they have reported to GAPAR and have filled the required forms for obtaining approval of competent government authorities. They should also submit the following:

على المتقدمين الناجحين في عملية التوظيف والحاصلين على عرض عمل على أساس الوظيفة المعلنة أعلاه إبراز إشعار صادر عن الهيئة العامة للاجئين الفلسطينيين العرب إلى مكتب الموارد البشرية في الأونروا يفيد أنه قد قام بتعبئة جميع الاستمارات المطلوبة للحصول على موافقة السلطات الحكومية المختصة إضافة إلى الوثاىق التالية: - Statement of non-conviction (3 copies). وثيقة غير محكوم عدد 3 - Copy of personal ID. نسخة عن الهوبة

* Equivalency: Candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional training and progressive work experience may also be considered if there will not be enough qualified candidates.

* General information 1. This vacancy notice is open to internal candidates only. As an Area post, only candidates who reside in Syria at the time of applications are eligible to apply. The Agency does not assume responsibilities nor support the issuance of work permits for those who has no legal documents to live in Syria. 2. It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide full, accurate and up to date information in his/her application form. Any missing and/or misleading data may lead to candidate disqualification. 3. Please ensure that the e-mail address and mobile phone number that you have written in your Personal History Form are accurate and active. Your status in relation to the vacancy will be communicated to you only via the email listed on your Personal History Form. 4. For more information please visit the website, http//: inspira.un.org 5. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. 6. Applications from qualified and eligible internal candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible external candidates in the selection process.

United Nations Considerations Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.