Individual Consultant – Education Policy, Planning and Management

OVERVIEW

Parent Sector : Field Office

Duty Station: Bangkok

 

Job Family: Education

Type of contract : Non Staff

Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 22-APR-2024

 

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

 

1. BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE

The Education Section in UNESCO Bangkok aims at promoting and facilitating evidenced-based policy formulation, results-based management and system-wide reform of the education sector. The programme contributes to strengthening Member States’ capacities to effectively implement SDG4- Education 2030 within national education sector plans and policies, thereby ensuring the provision of equitable and quality education throughout life.

2. PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

 

Within its diverse programmatic areas, the Individual Specialist will mainly contribute to the programme area of education policy, planning and management in Education Section both regular and extra- budgetary projects and activities.

3. MAIN TASKS AND TIMELINES

 

Supervisory Arrangement:

 

Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok, and the direct supervision of the Education Programme Specialist, and the guidance of Chief of Education Section, the Individual Specialist shall be responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of the biennium programme activities and projects on Education Policy, Planning and Management. This includes providing technical support on education policy, education sector planning, financing of education, capacity development to Member States, as well as contributing to the development and preparation of new projects and partnerships that support development in system strengthening of education system in the region.

 

Specifically, the Individual Specialist shall perform the following duties: 

 

1.    Support implementation and finalization of the Bangsamoro Education Reform and Development Plan Phase II project under 42C/5 Education Programme Output 6 on Education Policy and Sector Planning.
   

2.    Coordinate finalization and production of the Asia-Pacific regional SDG 4 midterm review report, ensuring internal and external quality assurance processes.

 

3.   Support development of communication strategy and materials for the effective dissemination and promotion of the SDG 4 midterm review report.

4.    Coordinate development and dissemination of a policy brief on Technology and AI in Education, with a focus on the Asia-Pacific region.

5.    Support development of two (2) case studies to document the experience of Bangladesh and Bhutan in the “Building capacity for assessing learning losses and ensuring an effective recovery” project.

6.    Undertake other relevant professional duties as assigned by the Programme Specialist.
 

4. DELIVERABLES AND TIMELINES
No.
Deliverables
Tentative
Timeline
1
1.1    Presentations and relevant training materials on Bangsamoro Education Reform and Development Plan Phase II. (Ref. 1)
1.2    Consolidated internal and external review feedback on the regional SDG4 midterm review report. (Ref. 2)
31 May 2024
2
2.1    Communication strategy and materials for the SDG 4 midterm review report. (Ref.3)
2.2    Draft policy brief (Ref. 4)
30 June 2024
3
3.1    Proofread and designed version of the SDG4 midterm review report. (Ref. 2)
3.2    Final manuscript of the policy brief (Ref. 4)
31 July 2024
4
4.1    Presentation on the key findings of the regional SDG4 midterm review. (Ref. 3)
4.2. Bangsamoro Education Reform and Development Plan Phase II final project report. (Ref. 1)
31 August 2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
Accountability (C)
Communication (C)
Innovation (C)
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
Planning and organizing (C)
Results focus (C)
Teamwork (C)
Professionalism (C)
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For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.
6. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education:

 

• An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent and above) in the field education, development studies, social sciences or related areas.

 

Work Experience:

 

• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in the field of education, of which at least two years acquired at the regional/international level.
• Proven experience in implementing and coordinating multi-country projects.
   

Skills/Competencies:

 

• Knowledge of Asia-Pacific education systems and education issues 
• Proven conceptual and analytical skills
• Effective planning and organizing ability 
• Capacity to follow up and coordinate independently with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to work efficiently in a dynamic and multicultural team environment
• Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills
• Proven capacity to build and maintain effective partnerships inside and outside the organization
• Ability to work under pressure.
   

Languages:

 

• Excellent knowledge of English; knowledge of other UNESCO official languages is an asset. 

7. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Familiarity with the Asia-Pacific context 
• Previous experience working with United Nations, international organizations or government agencies is an advantage

8. APPLICATION PROCESS

 

Interested candidates are invited to submit to UNESCO Bangkok office the specific requirements as below through careers.unesco.org:

Interested candidates should click on “Apply Now” and upload the following documents as a single PDF document in place of the Employment History Form. 

Before uploading the document, at the end of the Employment History Form, please insert extra pages with the following required documents:

 

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the assignment.
• A brief motivation letter.
• A brief proposal on approach to carrying out the assignment (maximum 2, A4 pages)
• The proposed daily or monthly rates or the amount/budget to be charged for the assignment, which should be quoted in USD. Any travel and subsistence requirements should be indicated separately.

 

Your proposal and any supporting documents must be in English.

Note:

 

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidate(s) about the outcome or status of the selection process.

 

Please submit your application through SuccessFactors. Only if you are unable to attach requirements in system, please inform us at [email protected]

 

The complete application shall be submitted on or before 22 April 2024 at midnight Bangkok time.

 

UNESCO places great emphasis on ensuring that the objectives of the work assignment, as described in the Terms of Reference, are met. Accordingly, in evaluating the proposals for the assignment, attention will focus first and foremost on the technical elements. From those proposals deemed suitable in terms of the criteria in the Terms of Reference, UNESCO shall select the proposal that offers the Organisation the best value for money.

 

Assessment:

 

• Only applications providing the information requested in the application procedure will be considered.
• Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.
   

9. 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. 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.

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