Education Specialist Consultant

Sudan

Organization: IOM - International Organization for Migration
Location: Sudan
Grade: Senior Executive level - Assistant Director - General level - Internationally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Education, Learning and Training
Closing Date:

Job Description

Nature of the consultancy:

Under direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Education Specialist Consultant will support the implementation, coordination, and monitoring of the education component of the Sudan Integrated Social Sector Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project (SISSIRP) at the state level. The consultant will oversee field-level activities related to the rehabilitation and equipping of education facilities, teacher capacity building, and community engagement in line with IOM’s policies, AfDB requirements, and the project’s objectives to restore access to quality, gender-sensitive, and inclusive education services in conflict-affected areas. Coordinating and overseeing the implementation of IOM activities at the field location level. The consultant will act as the focal point for IOM’s engagement with local authorities, implementing partners, and other stakeholders to ensure the timely and effective delivery of project objectives in line with IOM policies and procedures

Project Context and Scope

The Sudan Integrated Social Sector Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project (SISSIRP), funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and implemented by IOM, aims to improve the livelihoods and resilience of conflict-affected populations through integrated interventions across the health, education, and water sectors. In the education area, the project will rehabilitate and equip TVET facilities across four states, support capacity-building of teachers, education administrators, and local authorities, promote inclusive access to learning for displaced and vulnerable children and youth, and strengthen community engagement and local education governance to ensure sustainability.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

African Development Bank (AfDB)–funded Sudan Integrated Social Sector Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project (SISSIRP). The consultant will report directly to the IOM Project Manager and coordinate closely with the project team in the field location.

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

Coordinate education activities within the assigned state in alignment with the SISSIRP work plan, ensuring complementarity with health and WASH interventions.
Oversee contractors and implementing partners for rehabilitation and equipping of education and TVET facilities, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
Liaise closely with State Ministries of Education and local education departments to align project activities with national education standards, policies, and curricula.
Provide technical guidance on equipment specifications, and standards for learning spaces in coordination with the Education Technical Officer and engineers.
Review the current education curriculum and teaching materials used in supported schools and TVET centers in coordination with the Ministry of Education.
Collect and analyze feedback from teachers, students, and school management to identify gaps and propose improvements to teaching content, methods, and learning outcomes.
Support the Ministry of Education in adapting and enhancing the curriculum where needed to reflect local context, gender sensitivity, and post-conflict recovery priorities.
Provide technical guidance and capacity-building to teachers, school administrators, and education officials on curriculum implementation, participatory teaching approaches, and monitoring of student learning.
Support the design and delivery of training sessions for teachers and administrators on new curriculum components, inclusive education, psychosocial support in schools, and safe school management.
Ensure that education interventions integrate cross-cutting issues such as gender equality, GBV prevention, disability inclusion, and environmental sustainability.
Contribute to project reports, situation updates, visibility materials, and success stories highlighting results achieved in the education component.
Support logistics, procurement, and financial planning for education supplies, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

Timely coordination and completion of planned field activities.
Effective liaison and cooperation with key state-level stakeholders.
Quality and punctuality of reports and data submitted.
Compliance with IOM procedures and donor requirements

Qualifications

Education

University degree in Education, Teaching, International Relations, Political or Social Sciences, International Development, International Relations, Conflict Management, Economic and Social Development or a related field from an accredited academic institution
Master’s degree will be an advantage

Experience

Minimum five years (or three years with Master’s) of professional experience in education program management, preferably in humanitarian or post-crisis settings.
Proven experience in rehabilitation of schools/TVET centers, teacher training, and community engagement.
Experience with AfDB, World Bank, or other development partners is a strong asset.
Familiarity with education programming in fragile or conflict-affected contexts is desirable.

Skills

Strong coordination, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Sound understanding of humanitarian principles, and familiarity with the operational context of Sudan.
Ability to work effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Languages

Fluency in English is required.
Working knowledge of Arabic will be an advantage

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Travel required

Travel as required for the project based on needs and follow IOM’s applicable procedures and security protocols

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Initial Contract Duration: 3 months
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG

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