Senior Project Officer (Education)

Overview

Oversee the implementation of education projects in Uruguay.

You have:

• Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in education, peace studies, political science, sociology, psychology, anthropology, human rights, economics, or social sciences.
• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in a field related to the mission and mandate of the Institute acquired in an academic, governmental, multilateral, or civil society organization, of which preferably 3 years acquired at international level.
• Proven policy, advisory, and advocacy experience and track record of engagement with senior officials.
• Experience in programming and program management such as programme design and results monitoring, budget implementation, staff management, and oversight in the education field.
• Excellent Knowledge (spoken and written) of Spanish and English.

Contract

This is a P-4 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 7 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 127,449 USD and 164,319 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 3UYEDPA001IH Grade : P-4 Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Montevideo Job Family: Education Type of contract : Project Appointment Duration of contract : 2 years Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 19-AUG-2024 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Duration of contract: 2 years with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.*** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- The UNESCO International Institute for Higher Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (IESALC) is seeking a highly skilled Project Officer to oversee the implementation of the Project for the UNESCO IESALC Program in Uruguay for Higher Education Studies. The main goal of this Program is to promote change in higher education policy-making in UNESCO Member States at both governmental and institutional levels following the recommendations of the UNESCO Roadmap for the Transformation of Higher Education. It includes three strands of work: policy dialogue, capacity development, and knowledge production, with a global outreach and a particular focus on Latin America and the Caribbean. The project is aligned with the UNESCO IESALC medium-term strategy and biannual program under the direct responsibility of the Director of the Institute. The successful candidate will report directly to the Director of the Institute and play a critical role in ensuring the Institute's strategic objectives are met. **Program Management:** • Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of the projects under the UNESCO IESALC Program in Uruguay for Higher Education Studies, ensuring alignment with the Institute's strategies and UNESCO's strategic objectives. • Lead and coordinate the work of team leaders to ensure compliance with the Institute’s program of work, efficiency in the use of human and financial resources, and on-time output delivery. • Lead and manage the Program’s strand of work in the area of policy analysis and research, including fund-raising, dissemination and impact analysis strategies, as well as the production of capacity development activities based on the outcomes • Monitor project execution rates to optimize the use of funds and resources in accordance with results-based budgeting principles. • Develop synergies and coherence across projects and intervention modalities, including training, research, capacity building, and technical assistance. Long Description ---------------- **Synergy and Compliance:** • Ensure synergy and coherence across all units and divisions within the Institute by developing a mission-oriented program of work. • Provide oversight of the Institute's administrative and financial operations, ensuring compliance with UNESCO's Administrative Rules and Regulations while respecting the Institute's functional autonomy. **Resource Mobilization and Partnerships:** • Collaborate with team leaders in fundraising efforts and identify potential funding sources for the Institute's program, with support from the Director. • Propose and negotiate agreements and contracts to extend the Institute's partnerships, in cooperation with the team leaders, upon approval from the Director. • Identify and facilitate modes of cooperation with high-level officials in ministries of education, quality assurance agencies, networks and associations of universities, think tanks, UN Specialized Agencies, NGOs, and civil society, in compliance with UNESCO rules and regulations. Long Description ---------------- **Advisory Role:** • Advise the Director on matters related to human resource planning, hiring, budget, fundraising, training, research, and management. • Assess and coordinate requests for technical assistance from Member States and advise the Director on relevant activities to undertake in the field, ensuring compliance and coherence with institutional objectives. **Risk Management and Representation:** • Identify potential risks, including conflicts of interest and concerns related to achieving institutional objectives, and initiate remedial actions involving program re-orientation, upon clearance from the Director. • Act as Officer-in-Charge during the Director's absence or at her request, including representing IESALC in high-level meetings with the UNESCO secretariat, regional and local offices, United Nations specialized agencies, and IESALC partners. **Additional Duties:** • Oversee all cooperative research and training arrangements between IESALC and its partner institutions, regularly reporting to the Director. • Perform any other tasks assigned by the Director. **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) Building partnerships (M) Driving and managing change (M) Leading and empowering others (M) Making quality decisions (M) Managing performance (M) Strategic thinking (M) **-** ----- 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 or equivalent) in education, peace studies, political science, sociology, psychology, anthropology, human rights, economics, , or social sciences. **Work Experience** - Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in a field related to the mission and mandate of the Institute acquired in an academic, governmental, multilateral, or civil society organization., of which preferably 3 years acquired at international level - Proven policy, advisory, and advocacy experience and track record of engagement with senior officials in governments, funding agencies, non-governmental organizations or the United Nations. - Experience in programming and program management such as programme design and results monitoring, budget implementation, staff management, and oversight in to the education field. Long Description ---------------- **Skills and Competencies** • Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. • Commitment to the Organization’s mandate, vision, strategic direction, and priorities. • Demonstrated comprehensive planning, interpretation, and critical quantitative and qualitative analysis skills. • Demonstrated ability to support units within the organization to achieve organizational outputs and outcomes. • Ability to efficiently handle and share information and knowledge; pave a path for innovation and continuous improvement within the Institute. • Capacity to lead integral work of teams utilizing expertise, vision, problem-solving capability, and collaborative energy. • Ability to engage with a diverse group of partners to forge productive working relationships. • Advanced and persuasive written and oral communication skills. • Ability to identify key strategic issues, objectives, opportunities, and risks. **Languages** • Excellent Knowledge (spoken and written) of Spanish and English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **Education** - Ph.D. in education, peace studies, political science, sociology, psychology, anthropology, human rights, economics or social sciences **Work Experience** - Professional experience within a governmental or international environment or in the UN system. - Experience in national and community-level education related initiatives and programming; with experience in gendered dimensions of education being an asset. - Experience in gendered dimensions of education. **Languages** - Working knowledge of another UNESCO language (French, Arabic, Chinese, and Russian). **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 120, 473 US $ . 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://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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