Tech Voc Edn & Training & Youth Advisor (Multiple Duty Stations: Amman, Gaza or Jerusalem)

Contract

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Org. Setting and Reporting The Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and Youth Advisor reports to the Chief Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and Youth Division.

Responsibilities- Provides substantive support and advice on the implementation and monitoring of TVET & Youth programme Agency-wide, with a focus on TVET digitalization in accordance with the established policies and procedures, assists the Chief of the TVET & Youth Division in coordinating and leading the implementation and monitoring of the TVET & Youth strategy and development and review of any relevant technical instructions for TVET, ensuring alignment with the Agency’s Medium-Term Strategy;

- Provides technical support to Field TVET staff, in the area of TVET & Youth; works to integrate Education in Emergencies (EiE), protection and gender standards into the programme plans and activities; ensures the collection and reporting of TVET related data, ensuring accurateness and timeliness, supports the management and implementation of the electronic Placement and Career Guidance system (e-PCG) and the electronic Student Registration System (e-SRS) system as key data sources; is responsible for analysis and interpretation of performance data, identifying issues and trends and making necessary recommendations for improvement to the Chief TVET & Youth Division;

- Identifies areas for, and supports the management, of research, as required, for the improvement and development of TVET & Youth programming; disseminates good practices and lessons learned Agency-wide regarding TVET & Youth; supports the Chief of the TVET & Youth Division and the DE’s office with the implementation of the periodic Employer Perceptional Survey and other TVET related research;

- Ensures effective professional relationships with Field TVET staff across the Agency, including VTC Principals and working with the Advisors of other Units within the Department; develops framework, criteria and guidelines for curricula, syllabi, instructional materials, workshops and equipment lists;

- Plans and implements capacity building activities Agency-wide to empower and professionally develop the skills and competencies of TVET staff, including skills in implementing TVET digital platforms and eSRS and to ensure relevance and responsiveness of TVET courses to labour market; assists in establishing partnerships, linkages and networking with the labour market, local community and relevant national & international parties and institutions to enhance quality of TVET;

- Develops and supports the implementation of a TVET & Youth quality management system to improve the quality and relevance of services Agency-wide; supports TVET Digitalization, including planning, testing and implementation of TVET online platforms and systems, along with the integration of e SRS with other systems such as e PCG and EMIS, and supports the development and implementation of project proposals; develops effective and efficient approaches (income-generation, optimization of UNRWA VTCs resources and facilities, norms and standards, etc.) to enhance TVET sustainability; ensures that tools, equipment, workshops, training spaces and facilities at VTCs are available and in line with international criteria/host countries criteria and criteria of inclusion;

- Supports the Chief of the TVET & Youth Division in: - setting direction for the Division’s activities and planning priorities and workflows. - the development of communication material and in communicating the Division’s planning, key outputs and achievements.

Competencies UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and CoreCompetencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. Default managerial competencies may apply.

- Relating and Networking - Analyzing - Learning and Researching - Delivering Results - Managing Complexity and Change

For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI

Education An Advanced university degree from an accredited educational institution in Information Communication Technology (ICT), data science, data management, education or a relevant specialization.

Work Experience- At least seven years of progressively responsible relevant experience in technical and vocational education programmes, with a strong focus on ICT systems.

At least three years of relevant work experience at senior level.

- Prior experience with a UN organization or NGO (desirable)

Languages Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment for 3 years including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need.

This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in Jordan with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in Jordan, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded.

Applicants have to complete the Personal History Profile (PHP) in inspira in order to be considered. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience as per the requirements in the Job Opening, in order to be considered.

A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post.

Equivalency When the minimum requirements are not fully met, the Director of Human Resources may exceptionally substitute part of the unmet requirements with a combination of relevant academic qualifications and progressive relevant work experience.

NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination.

UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live.

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United Nations Considerations Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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