Project Assistant

Overview

Support project implementation and enhance education quality in Afghanistan.

You have:

• University degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in social sciences, business administration, statistics, education, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in project management support, coordination, and operations.
• Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English and Dari and/or Pashto.
• Good understanding of the education sector in Afghanistan.
• Strong communication skills and ability to function well in a multi-cultural team and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work under pressure, to manage heavy workloads and to meet tight deadlines, paying close attention to detail and quality of work.
• Results-oriented personality with proven problem-solving skills.
• High level of personal and professional integrity.
• Experience working in Afghanistan or similar conflict-affected contexts is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish).

Contract

This is a SC-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Service Board / Service Contract. It is normally only for nationals. More about SC-3 contracts.

**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Kabul Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 3 Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Duty Station Time) : 04-Sep-2025 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Within the framework of the Education Sector Programme Implementation Grant (ESPIG) provided by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) to UNICEF Afghanistan, UNESCO Kabul is leading the learning assessment of Grade 3 students in Afghanistan. Against this backdrop, the UNESCO Kabul Office seeks a highly skilled individual with a strong track record in assisting project implementation to support the Inclusion, Quality, and Research (IQR) team. The incumbent will play a key role in supporting the implementation of the student learning assessment and research and knowledge-generation activities critical to enhancing the quality of education in Afghanistan. Long Description ---------------- **Roles and Responsibilities** The incumbent will be under the overall authority of the Officer-in-Charge of the UNESCO Office in Kabul, the overall supervision of the Head of the Education Unit, and the direct supervision of IQR team lead. He or she will be working closely with the IQR team and firms and consultants contracted for the student learning assessment project. He or she will also have regular contacts with UNESCO colleagues across units and colleagues from other UN agencies. - Assist in implementing IQR Team projects, including coordination of project activities, planning, and tracking progress. - Support organization of workshops, meetings, travel, and other events. - Assist in monitoring budgets and expenditures and processing financial documentation. - Support the development of presentations and production of knowledge products for research projects. - Support the IQR team in reviewing raw data sets to ensure quality. - Prepare timely and accurate project reports, ensuring compliance with donors and UNESCO standards. Long Description ---------------- **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** --------------------------- **Education:** - University degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in social sciences, business administration, statistics, education, or a related field. **Work Experience:** - Minimum 2 years of work experience in project management support, coordination, and operations. Long Description ---------------- **Skills and Competencies:** - Good understanding of the education sector in Afghanistan. - Strong communication skills and ability to function well in a multi-cultural team and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of partners. - Ability to work under pressure, to manage heavy workloads and to meet tight deadlines, paying close attention to detail and quality of work. - Results-oriented personality with proven problem-solving skills. - High level of personal and professional integrity. **Language:** - Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English and Dari and/or Pashto. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **Work Experience:** - Experience working in Afghanistan or similar conflict-affected contexts is highly desirable. Experience working with the UN or international organizations is an advantage. **Skills and Competencies:** - Good understanding of UNESCO’s administrative and operations procedures for project implementation. **Language** - Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) **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 an 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://www.unesco.org/en/geo-distribution)) 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.* Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.

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