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National Project Officer Funds in Trust

3 months ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNESCO Full time
OVERVIEW

Post Number : 6KEED 0019PA

Grade : NO-A

Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station: Nairobi

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) : 12-SEP-2024

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

Duration of contract is one year, with the possibility of extension subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

Only nationals of Kenya can apply for this position

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.

Long Description

Technical support and research

Lead research in Kenya, including local data collection and analysis on gender inequalities in and through education and training.

Contribute to the drafting and dissemination of reports and policy papers based on local and national findings.

Share research outcomes and knowledge generated with national partners and consortium partners as appropriate.

Provide technical inputs on gender equality in and through education as necessary.

Coordination, organization and representation

Coordinate the setting up and convene a project steering committee in consultation with the AGEE project team, UNESCO, and the Ministry of Education - Kenya as the key ministry.

Liaise with the Ministry of Education, the National Statistics Office, line ministries/agencies and other national and local partners.

Coordinate with UNESCO Nairobi, headquarters and consortium partners.

Organize national research workshops and meetings.

Organize local missions for data collection and dissemination.

Oversee the appropriate storage and anonymization of data as per UNESCO guidelines.

Represent UNESCO in different project meetings and fora as necessary.

Assure the communications/visibility elements are prepared on a timely manner.

Planning, budgeting, M&E and reporting

Ensure timely implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Bridging Accountability for Gender Equality in Education workplan in Kenya.

Ensure timely narrative and financial reporting both within UNESCO and to external donors as appropriate and as per UNESCO guidelines.

Complete any other tasks necessary for the successful implementation of the Bridging Accountability for Gender Equality in Education project in Kenya.

Any other duties as assigned by the Chief of Education in support of the education sector

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

  • 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.
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO's salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.

The approximate annual starting salary for this post is in shillings.

For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.


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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