National Professional Officer (Education)

OVERVIEW

Post Number : 5LBED1000RP

Grade : NO-D

Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station: Beirut

Job Family: Education

Type of contract : Fixed Term Field

Duration of contract : 2 years

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Only nationals of Lebanon may apply for this post                                          

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 12-JAN-2020

 

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

 

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

 

Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Education, the authority of the UNESCO Regional Bureau for Education in the Arab States and the direct supervision of the Chief of Education Section, the incumbent will contribute to the development of national strategies which address the education needs of the country and will be responsible for the overall implementation of and reporting on the education programme activities and projects in Lebanon. The incumbent will be also responsible for the regional coordination of the education sector and ensure that the regional strategies and objectives are in line with the priorities of the Organization and the UN at large. The incumbent works within the frameworks of UNESCO’s Medium Term Strategy, the approved Programme and Budget, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development with particular reference to the Sustainable Development Goal 4 – Education 2030 Agenda, the UNESCO Arab Regional Education Support Strategy, and the Beirut Office Strategy.

The National Professional Officer will be expected to perform among others the following responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise the overall national Education activities in the Office, regarding Regular and Extra-budgetary Programmes, in consultation with the Government priorities in all levels and modalities of education. Represent UNESCO whenever necessary, with regards to the discussion of policy issues on education along with the preparation of corresponding texts and documents promoting UNESCO main programmes and orientations.
• Assure that the office national actions in Education are in accordance with the Organization's programme and priorities and are articulated with the activities developed by the Education Sector.
• Ensure support and technical assistance to Lebanon's formal and non-formal education institutions in the framework of both Regular and Extra-budgetary Programmes.
• Design, plan, organize, implement and coordinate evaluations of projects at the national level and ensure day to day follow-up on approved work plans.
• Prepare papers, texts, presentations, documents, reports and organise the contents of books and publications related to the particular technical area of expertise;.
• Provide overall coordination and support, such as SISTER reporting, C5 work planning process, to ensure that the Field Offices in the region participate, contribute and implement in compliance with the Education Sector's priorities and programme management cycle.
• Coordinate regional inputs to periodic reviews of extra-budgetary activities and advise on strategic analysis of such activities for improved engagement and advocacy with donors and the development of regional engagement with the private sector.
• Assure the planning and designing process and timeline for regional contributions and a) ensuring timely communication of requirements and  inputs to ensure preparation and validation of appropriate workplans from field offices; b) contribute to development of a regional strategic framework; c) assuring the timely entry of appropriate details of programme implementation in the Arab region in the required systems for planning, budgeting, monitoring, statutory reporting and evaluation.

Long Description

• Coordinate and maintain relationships with the donor for establishment of partnerships, fundraising and programme-related issues and events, as well as negotiate partnerships with governmental and non-governmental entities and private enterprises to develop actions with the potential/ability to contribute to the dissemination of UNESCO's mandate.
• Identify potential donor funds and programmes for the Education sector in Lebanon and the region;
• Draft and prepare funding proposals and follow up negotiation with funders.
• Monitor and supervise the execution of national activities, and national components of regional activities in country. Prepare annual national Work Plan and updates on a quarterly basis with explanations of any changes.
• Monitor and supervise the work of consultants, institutions, government staff and other partners, facilitate meetings and, as far as possible, ensure the timely and responsive delivery of outputs and reports.

Long Description Long Description COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Communication (C) Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Building partnerships (M) Driving and managing change (M) Making quality decisions (M) Managing performance (M) Leading and empowering others (M) Strategic thinking (M) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education

• Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in education, social sciences or in another related field.

 

Work experience

• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible, relevant work experience in education development at the national and/or  regional level.
• Advanced professional experience in education policy formulation, education planning, education in emergencies, with proven capacity to liaise with Government officials.
• Proven experience in programme management, advocacy, resources and partnership mobilization.

 
Skills/Competencies 

• Strong understanding of UNESCO’s mandate, vision, strategic direction and priorities, particularly in Education.
• Strong understanding of Lebanon’s education sector, including the governmental structure, strategic direction and priorities.
• Proven ability in promoting UNESCO education thematic priorities, such as education in emergencies, inclusive education, global citizenship education, etc.
• Proven organizational skills, including in establishing plans and priorities, and in implementing them effectively, as well as in devising implementation plans.
• Proven ability to coordinate, collaborate and liaise with stakeholders to plan, manage and monitor projects and programmes.
• Excellent communication and networking skills with strong representational ability.
• Analytical and technical application skills.
• Strong personnel leadership skills, particularly mentoring skills.
• Good inter-personal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural team.
• Very good IT skills.

 
Languages

• Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English and Arabic.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education

• Advanced university degree (PhD or equivalent) in Education and/or related area.

 

Work experience 

• Experience in international organisations, preferably within the UN System in the Arab States.
• Experience of working with education and related agencies in the region.

 
Languages

• Good knowledge of 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.

For more information in benefits and entitlements, please consult ICSC website and UNESCO's career website.

ASSESSMENT

Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

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