OVERVIEW
Post Number : 4SBED 0001PA
Grade : NO-B
Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)
Duty Station: Honiara
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) : 01/05/2025
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.
(Only nationals of Solomon Islands may apply to this position)
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education equips learners with critical skills to solve complex problems and drive innovation. It is increasingly essential as many fast-growing industriesโfrom water management and sustainable energy to data scienceโrely on STEM. STEM supports inclusive economic growth, sustainable development, and global efforts to address climate change, energy and food security, biodiversity loss, and poverty.
UNESCOโs Fostering STEM Education in Africa and SIDS project aims to develop and implement a quality STEM model in Mali, Samoa, Solomon Islands, and Uganda. It supports relevant curricula, learning resources, and delivery structures based on national needs. A successful and scalable model will boost employability, spark innovation, and contribute to sustainable development in other countries.
Under the authority of the Assistant Director-General for Education, the Director of the UNESCO Pacific Office, and the supervision of Programme Specialists, the incumbent will support project implementation. Duties include information collection, record maintenance, and preparation of materials for planning, monitoring, and reporting.
Long Description
1. PROGRAM AND PROJECT WORK
โข Support project implementation aligned with objectives, SDGs, and national priorities, with emphasis on gender and inclusion.
โข Provide logistical, administrative, and substantive support for activities, meetings, and missions.
โข Track progress against work plans and performance indicators; prepare reports.
โข Promote links between UNESCOโs STEM initiatives and national/regional efforts; support cross-sector collaboration.
โข Assist Ministries of Education to integrate STEM into policy and school-level planning.
โข Support reviews and research on STEM and gender-responsive pedagogies to document practices and inform curriculum and policy.
โข Support capacity development for teachers, curriculum developers, and education officials.
โข Share project findings with stakeholders to inform policy and curriculum updates, including via workshops and Communities of Practice.
โข Assist with evaluations, reporting, and UNESCO-required briefings.
2. NETWORKING AND PARTNERSHIPS
โข Coordinate with colleagues across UNESCO, field offices, and project partners to ensure alignment and share insights.
โข Engage with public/private stakeholders to support education policy, strategy, and M&Eโincluding ministries, UN groups, NGOs, research bodies, and civil society.
โข Support UNESCOโs engagement in education coordination groups in Solomon Islands to strengthen visibility and share practices.
3. RESOURCE MOBILIZATION
โข Draft concept notes and proposals based on needs assessments, aligned with UNESCOโs C/5 priorities. Collaborate on joint programmes and education funding (e.g., GPE).
โข Support proposal development, identify funding opportunities, and ensure timely, quality submissions under Pacific Office guidance.
EXPECTED RESULTS
Project milestones achieved, as per the approved project results framework Monitoring and reporting: Project implementation reports, monitoring and evaluation reports Strategic partnerships built and sustained (national authorities, academia, UN agencies, development partners, civil society organisations, private sector) Funds mobilized Synergies established between similar projects and initiatives Technical assistance provided to government institutions Media and communications products developed to promote the projectโs visibility and disseminate its resultsCOMPETENCIES (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 (Masterโs or equivalent) in education, social sciences, development studies or related fields.
Work Experience
Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in managing education projects, particularly concerning STEM education and gender-responsive pedagogy. Proven experience and understanding of the country, development work, teacher development and capacity building for education and working with the education sector.Skills and Competencies
Experience in supporting and coordinating project activities, preferably in large international organizations and with other international partner organizations. Strong skills in technical project management, event planning and presentation skills. Good written and oral communication skills, human relations and team building. Ability to interact with people from different disciplines, and with varying degrees of technical experience. Ability to manage budgets and report on implementation.
Languages
Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English is required.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS