STFA Coordinator

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 : Field Office Duty Station: Kabul Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 3 Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 29-MAR-2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Office in Kabul and Representative of UNESCO to Afghanistan and the direct supervision of the Head of the Education Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for coordinating the engagement of UNESCO in relation to the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA. The consultant shall perform the following duties and responsibilities: Long Description ---------------- **Duties and responsibilities** **Coordination** A) Coordinate with the Trust Fund Management Unit of the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA situated within the UN Resident Coordinator’s office (RCO) on matters relating to proposals, monitoring, evaluation and reporting or any other queries. B) Coordinate with the programme staff of the Education, Culture, and Communication and Information (CI) sectors within UNESCO on matters relating to monitoring, reporting (quarterly and annual) and evaluation or any other queries. C) Participate in all coordination meetings of the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA and keep programme staff of UNESCO informed about the summary of the meetings including action points. D) Convene any inter-sectoral meetings of UNESCO programme staff that may be required to discuss and deliberate on matters related to the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA. E) Be the one focal point of communication between UNESCO and the Trust Fund Management Unit of the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA situated within UNDP and between the Kabul Office and other relevant counterparts within UNESCO, including its Headquarters and Regional Office as appropriate. Long Description ---------------- **Compilation and knowledge management** A) Compile programme documents, proposals or any other inputs from UNESCO that may be required by the Trust Fund Management Unit of the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA. B) Compile the quarterly narrative and financial reports and final report for Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA in coordination with all implementing sectors, the finance and communications teams. This will include compiling and consolidating data with regards to outputs and targets achieved based on relevant performance indicators. C) Compile any inputs with regards to Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA that may be required by UNESCO Headquarters, Regional Office, and donors. D) Arrange all necessary documents in the internal shared platform for good records management. Long Description ---------------- **Monitoring and communication** A) Monitor the progress of implementation of projects by keeping track of outputs and targets achieved based on relevant performance indicators. B) Monitor key deadlines, target dates and other data and keep programme staff informed on the same. C) Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and documents to update on the progress of the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA. D) Work closely with programme staff on communications to ensure the visibility of UNESCO’s role in the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan STFA, including drafting and reviewing advocacy and communications materials. E) The consultant will be reporting to the UNESCO Kabul Office during working days, or working from home depending upon the circumstances in consultation with the Country Director. **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). **REQUIRMENTS** --------------- **Education** Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in education, social sciences, development studies or a related discipline with emphasis on project planning, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. **Work Experience** Minimum two years of relevant professional experience in the relevant field. Experience in supporting and coordinating programme activities, preferably at national level or in large international organizations. **Languages** Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English, Dari and Pashto. **REQUIRED SKILLS** -------------------- Excellent organizational skills in project planning, management and implementation, monitoring and evaluation; Strong coordination skills in dealing with governmental and non-governmental organizations and stakeholders; Excellent judgment and proven ability to achieve organizational objectives with minimal supervision. Significant sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, race and nationality and ability to maintain effective working relationships within a multicultural environment and to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent communication skills, including written and oral expression. Highly competent computer skills to perform common office tasks. **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- **Rename the “BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS****”** **title to “APPLICATION PROCESS****”****, and use additional sections if required to add other relevant information.** **Otherwise you can delete this section.** **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.*