National Project Officer Funds in Trust

2 months ago

Nairobi, Kenya Corporate Staffing Services Full time

Overview Of The Functions Of The Post

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is assisting the Ministry of Education of Kenya in the implementation UNESCO’s initiative of the Global Partnership for Education Knowledge Innovation Exchange (GPE KIX) grant Bridging Accountability for Gender Equality in Education in Kenya with the view to improve the quality of education for all in the context of the SDG4 Education 2030. The incumbent will be responsible for the effective planning, implementation, monitoring, coordination and reporting of UNESCO’s implementation of the GPE KIX grant Bridging Accountability for Gender Equality in Education in Kenya. This project will build technical capacity and trial tools to review and generate contextually-relevant data on gender equality in and through education and training considering: the availability and distribution of resources, how gender norms, values, relationships and attitudes shape education; the form that education opportunities take and the forces that influence these; teaching and learning practices and participation; the knowledge, understanding, attitudes and skills that are gained through education; and outcomes from education and training. The position falls under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Education, guidance from the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa, and the direct supervision of the Senior Education Programme Specialist/Chief of Education, UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa. The incumbent will work closely with the UNESCO Regional Office in Nairobi, UNESCO headquarters, University College London (including the Accountability for Gender Equality in Education (AGEE) project team), the Ministry of Education, line ministries/agencies and relevant national and local partners in Kenya.

Education

An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in education, social sciences, economics/statistics or a relevant field.

Work Experience

Minimum two years of relevant work experience in areas related to research on education and gender equality. Experience in collecting and analysing data. Experience in reporting and monitoring. Proven experience in educational research, dissemination development of policy briefs Education.

Skill and Competencies

Good understanding of the country and the education sector. Extensive knowledge on and demonstrated commitment to education and gender equality. Familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Good knowledge of data collection tools and analysis. Excellent drafting skills in English. Excellent presentation skills (including at local/ international conferences). Ability to multitask, prioritize and deliver to deadline, as well as work under pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy. Excellent networking and high level representational and partnership building skills, involving a wide range of partners (including relevant Ministries, national and local partners). Excellent strategic and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills. Languages Fluency in English is required (oral and written proficiency). Fluency in one of the local languages. Desirable Qualifications Working experience in an international multi-cultural environment. Knowledge of results based management and gender mainstreaming. Knowledge of basic French.

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