Project Officer (Education for Health and Wellbeing)

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 107,719 USD and 141,049 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 6SNED0044PA Grade : P-3 Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Dakar 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) : 20-JUN-2022 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** ----------------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General, the functional authority of the Director of the UNESCO Multisectoral Regional Office for West Africa (Sahel), the guidance of the Senior Programme Specialist for Education and the direct supervision of the Senior Project Officer (Education for Health and Wellbeing), the Project Officer is responsible for providing technical expertise and for contributing to effective management, planning, implementation and monitoring of UNESCO projects on education for health and wellbeing in response to sexual and reproductive health and rights issues, school-related gender-based violence (SRGBV), early and unintended pregnancy (EUP), HIV, and gender disparities in education in support of public policies and in compliance with socio-cultural values and the legislation of the Member States. More specifically, in coordination with some UNESCO Regional Offices in Africa and UNESCO Specialized Institutes, the incumbent will perform the following duties: Long Description ---------------- - Support planning, implementation and effective monitoring of regional and national activities to implement UNESCO’s Strategy on Education for Health and Wellbeing in West and Central Africa (WCA), in line with regional and national education and health strategies, the UNAIDS division of labour, and other key interagency programmes and initiatives. - Contribute to timely and quality reporting through collecting data across UNESCO offices and partners in WCA, and through drafting and editing reports; - Identify potential for resource mobilization and participate in proposal development to implement UNESCO’s Strategy on Education for Health and Wellbeing; - Provide technical support for the implementation of health education projects in WCA, particularly in the areas of policy and curriculum analysis and development, ICT based teaching and learning, and gender-responsive education; - Facilitate the provision of technical support and capacity strengthening to ministries in charge of education and health, and to other regional and national partners as required; - Contribute to the development and analysis reports and technical briefs and guidelines on health education and gender issues; - Participate as required in coordination forums, such as the Joint UN Teams on AIDS, the WCA Working Group on Gender Equality and Inclusive Education, or the Technical Working Group of the WCA Commitment for Educated, Healthy and Thriving Adolescents and Young People; - Support development of partnerships with other key partners and stakeholders, including regional economic communities; - Identify capacity building opportunities for staff in education for health and wellbeing; - Assist in organizing trainings for UNESCO field staff; - Support recruitment and induction processes for health education staff at regional and country level; - Contribute to supporting UNESCO field offices in WCA, in collaboration with the Section Health and Education at HQ and with the Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) HIV and Health Education team, on matters related to education for health and wellbeing and gender equality. Long Description ---------------- **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Communication (C) Accountability (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). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- ***Education*** - Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in education, social sciences, public health, or related field. ***Work Experience*** - Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience in at least two of the following areas: education for health and wellbeing, policy analysis, teacher training, curriculum development, gender equality, or ICT-based teaching and learning of which preferably 2 years of experience acquired at international level. - Experience in project management in the fields of education or health. - Track record in project and programme implementation in partnership with governmental partners and civil society. - Track record in resource mobilization. Long Description ---------------- ***Skills/Competencies*** - Extensive professional knowledge in education with a focus on health and wellbeing, gender equality, gender-based violence, ICT-based teaching and learning, or policy and curriculum development. - Excellent organizational, networking and partnership building skills, tact and discretion. - Ability to manage budgets and report on implementation. - Ability to multi task, prioritize and deliver to deadline, as well as work under pressure. - High level of technical writing skills. ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English or French and good knowledge of the other. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Skills/Competencies*** -------------------------- - Understanding of the region and cooperation for development. - Understanding of the UNESCO Strategy on Education for Health and Wellbeing. - Strategic and analytical skills. **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 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.*