OVERVIEW
Post Number : 4WSED1001RP
Grade : NO-C
Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)
Duty Station: Apia
Duration of contract : 2 years, renewable
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 16-NOV-2024
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Only nationals of Samoa are eligible to apply for this position.
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General Education (ADG/ED) and functional authority of the Director/Head of Office (HFO) and direct supervision from the Programme Specialist, the incumbent works in close collaboration with and guidance from Programme Specialist for Education in the Pacific Regional Office and is responsible for programme and project work, technical assistance, research and knowledge management, communication and advocacy, partnerships and resource mobilization, with an emphasis on the national perspective of their own country, on the Field Office and Education sector work as well as to multi-sectoral and cross country programmatic activities and initiatives conducted from own Duty Station.
Within the frameworks of UNESCOโs Medium Term Strategy (C/4), the approved Programme and Budget (C/5) the programme specialist will develop, manage, monitor and report on regular and extra-budgetary programme aligned with national development plans and priorities, UNSDCF and relevant SIDS frameworks. He/she contributes to Pacific regional, multi-country and national education programme development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. In particular, the incumbent will:
Long Description
1. Programme Design and Management
2. Policy Advice and Technical Assistance
Monitor education status, statistics, trends, innovations in country and region to enable evidence-base policy and programme support. Initiate and develop policy advice, tools/resources, technical assistance and capacity strengthening support to Ministries of Education and other key national or regional education institutions to implement regional and country-level programme activities, in support of improving access, quality, and equity throughout education levels and modalities. Provide technical assistance on education and cross-sectoral programmes/projects, sector analysis, review and plan development/implementation/monitoring, capacity strengthening, systems development, coordination/alignment and other areas.Long Description
3. Knowledge Management, Partnerships and Resources Mobilization
Identify and support research, develop knowledge and evidence base and implement outreach strategies, aimed at expanding and communicating UNESCO programmes/expertise with Member States, partners and education stakeholders. Mobilize and work with national, regional and international partners in pursuing SDG4 โ Education 2030, in collaboration with UNESCO Specialized Institutes (especially IIEP, UIL, UIS) and UNESCO International Centre (e.g. UNEVOC, APCEIU). Mobilize partnerships and resources to support policy analysis, planning and system development in Samoa and in Pacific region, by preparing project proposals and cooperation frameworks with Member States and donor agencies and by engaging in fundraising activities.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.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in education, social or natural sciences, public policy and administration, economics, statistics, international development or related fields.
Work Experience
Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in education development or closely related field. Experience in education policy formulation, education planning, programme development and management Experience in advocacy, resources and partnership mobilization.
Long Description
Skills and Competencies
Excellent knowledge of Sustainable Development Goal 4 - Education 2030 Framework for Action. Ability to work independently. Strong organizational skills in project/programme planning, management and implementation. Excellent analytical and technical skills. Strong coordination skills and ability to liaise with the Government and a variety of partners and stakeholders. Good interpersonal and networking skills with the ability to work in a multi-cultural team. Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to draft clearly and concisely, paying close attention to details and quality of work. Strong IT skills including good knowledge of standard office software and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning systems).
Languages
Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English and Samoan.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Academic background in the field of educational policies, planning, teacher education, curriculum development or related areas.Work experience
Experience within the United Nations System or in other Intergovernmental Organizations or Cooperating Agencies. Experience and/or good understanding of government systems in Samoa and other Pacific states.Skills and Competences
Background and skills in public relations, communication and advocacy.