Project Officer (Education)

Contract

This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 110,779 USD and 145,057 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 4AFED0023PA Grade : P-3 Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Kabul 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) : 07-JUL-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Duration of contract: 1 year, with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.*** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- UNESCO, as the United Nations specialised agency for education, is entrusted to lead and coordinate the Education 2030 Agenda, which is part of a global movement to eradicate poverty through 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Education, essential to achieve all of these goals, has its own dedicated Goal 4, which aims to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”. The Education 2030 Framework for Action provides guidance for the implementation of this ambitious goal and commitments. UNESCO’s Capacity Development for Education (CapED) Programme is central on delivering this mandate. Created in 2003, CapED is an extra-budgetary funding mechanism and programme approach that functions as a delivery platform for the Education Sector in the framework of the SDG4-Education 2030 Agenda. With a capacity development approach focused on system strengthening, it supports least developed and crisis-affected countries in the design and implementation of education reforms that are essential for the achievement of national development priorities and the fulfilment of SDG4 commitments. As one of the priority countries of UNESCO’s Education Sector, Afghanistan is currently implementing the CapED Programme with a focus on youth employment and entrepreneurship through technical and vocational education and training (TVET) for peacebuilding, COVID-19 education response, advocacy and capacity development for SDG 4. Long Description ---------------- Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Education (ADG/ED) and the guidance of the Director of the Kabul Office, and direct supervision from the Head of the Education Unit, the incumbent will assist in the planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of CapED activities in Afghanistan. This includes the following functions, but not limited to: - Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate activities, including preparing briefing papers, policy documents, studies/assessments, drafting terms of reference of consultancies and contractors to find appropriate expertise, monitoring and reviewing national technical assistants’, consultants’ and contractors’ work and supporting the enhancement of knowledge management and visibility of the programme’s outputs, including preparing advocacy articles and social media posts; - Coordinate programme implementation by supervising all administrative and budgetary aspects of the CapED programme in Afghanistan, including periodic reporting and budget monitoring and revisions; - Manage and adjust as needed work plans to address identified gaps and priority areas through close collaboration with national and international counterparts, including with a view to supporting gender equality; - Organize and coordinate events such as conferences, consultation meetings and seminars and other capacity development activities for diverse target groups according to the approved programme document and work plan and prepare and document minutes of key internal and external meetings; - Liaise, collaborate and maintain active presence in meetings and events with UNESCO's partners, including the Ministry of Education, the TVET-Authority, the National Statistics and Information Authority, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, UN agencies, inter-governmental organizations, donor organisations, development banks, academic institutions, civil society organisations (e.g. NGOs, private sector), etc. in order to ensure a high level of responsiveness and collaboration in UNESCO’s technical assistance and the alignment of programme activities with ongoing initiatives and national priorities; - Provide necessary technical input and policy advice to programme areas relating to youth employment and entrepreneurship through TVET, COVID-19 education response, advocacy and capacity development for SDG 4; - Keep abreast of TVET, education data management and disaster response (particularly COVID-19) development in Afghanistan and in the region and identify best practices to advise the Ministry of Education, the TVET-Authority, the National Statistics and Information Authority, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs and relevant national stakeholders on the effective implementation of the programme; - Advocate for UNESCO and contribute to strategic planning of UNESCO Kabul Office’s country strategy and resource mobilization efforts by way of identifying prospective donors, building and fostering relations and developing concept notes/proposals. **COMPETENCIES** ---------------- 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 (Masters or equivalent) in education, social sciences, development studies or a related field. ***Work Experience*** - Minimum four years of relevant work experience in education, education reforms or/and education in emergencies or related fields; - At least two years of relevant work experience acquired at the international level in the field of education; and - Previous work experience in developing countries or crisis-affected contexts. ***Skills and competencies*** - Excellent understanding of development partners’ expectations and trends in the education sector; - Excellent project management skills, including results-based management, financial management, monitoring, evaluation and reporting; - Strong sensitivity and adaptability in post-conflict countries and diversity (culture, gender, religion, race and nationality); - Integrity, reliability and sense of commitment in the execution of duties; - Excellent coordination and organizational skills; - Good analytical and problem-solving skills; - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to draft clearly and concisely; - Ability to work effectively in a team and to maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment; - Ability to build and maintain partnerships; - Ability to work under pressure, to manage heavy workloads and to meet tight deadlines, paying close attention to detail and quality of work; and - Strong IT skills including good knowledge of standard office software and online collaboration tools. ***Languages*** • Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Education*** - Advanced university degree (PhD) in education, social sciences, development studies or a related field. ***Work Experience*** - At least two years of experience in programme planning, monitoring and evaluation in the context of UN system. ***Skills and competencies*** - Ability to coordinate complex projects; and - Knowledge of UNESCO’s education conventions and global priorities. ***Languages*** • Knowledge of the national languages of Afghanistan (Dari and/or Pashto). **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. For more information in benefits and entitlements, please consult [ICSC website.](https://icsc.un.org/) **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.