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Area Education Officer -G17 North Area - INTERNAL / مدير قسم التربية - المنطقة الشمالية ( للموظفين الداخليين فقط),

Syria

  • Organization: UNRWA - United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees
  • Location: Syria
  • Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Education, Learning and Training
  • Closing Date: Closed

Org. Setting and Reporting

* The incumbent of this post reports to the Chief Field Education Programme on technical matters and to Chief, Area Office on operational issues.

* The incumbent supervises a large team of professional and support staff, including area Education Specialists, School Principals and Deputy School Principals within his/her area. and provides leadership and management guidance on managerial and programmatic matters related to the education in the designated Area.

Responsibilities

The incumbent:
- Ensures the delivery of quality basic education services to refugee students enrolled at schools in the area so that the academic potential of each child is realized and the overall school academic achievement level is improved; provides technical supervision and guidance to all School Principals and Deputy School Principals within his/her area; develops and maintains a safe and stimulating learning environment within the area through the ongoing
development of respect, discipline and morale among Teachers, School Principals, Deputy School Principals, staff, students and parents;

- Manages the performance and behavior of School Principals and Deputy School Principals assigned to schools in their respective area against standards including the development of individual and school goals and objectives, the provision of authoritative feedback and follow-up based on the extent of their achievement and the prioritization of awards and training needs within the schools in his/her area;

- Develops and maintains positive and supportive relationships with the community leaders, NGOs, government institutions and other relevant organizations through effective communication and action as appropriate;

- Oversees the co-ordination of provision of support services (remedial teaching, psychosocial counseling, medical referral and special needs) to under-performing and misbehaving students in his/her area and the liaison between student, teaching staff, support specialists and parents to effectively address issues identified;

- Ensures the effective and efficient administration of the staff, students and premises, equipment and supplies within the schools in his/her area in accordance with UNRWA guidelines; inspects school premises, furniture and other equipment in the schools within his/her area to ensure they are being used in accordance with Agency standards;

- Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.

Functional :
i. Leading and Supervising
ii. Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
iii. Applying Technical Expertise
Leadership (as applicable):
i. Delivering Results
ii. Managing Complexity and Chang

Education

- An advanced university degree from an accredited institution in education or in a subject
taught in UNRWA schools is required.
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Work Experience

- At least seven years' experience in teaching or instructing in subjects relevant to those taught
in URNWA schools of which at least three years' experience as a School Principal in a similar
administrative/supervisory capacity is required.
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Languages

- Excellent command of spoken and written Arabic;
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- Good command of spoken and written English.
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Assessment

- Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be
followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

* Conditions of service:

Contract Status:
- Fixed term Appointment for 3 years; including 1 year of probation period, with the
possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance
and continuing need.
Grade: 17
Monthly basic salary: 972.20 USD

Other benefits include:
•SPOA 25% of Monthly basic salary
•Provident Fund contribution (15.2% of basic salary paid by the Agency).
•Dependency allowances (if applicable).
•30 days of annual leave in addition to maternity, paternity and sick leaves.
Candidates who are invited to a written test should submit their academic qualifications,
employment certificates and other required documents, either before the date of the test, or on
the day of the test. Failure to do so may entail disqualification from the recruitment process.
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Candidates should also submit a statement of non-employment (3 copies) given that
governmental, or joint sector employees cannot be appointed to UNRWA posts even if they
have leave without pay permit.
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Candidates who succeed in the recruitment process and receive an offer of appointment to the
respective post must submit a notification issued by GAPAR to the effect that they have
reported to GAPAR and have filled the required forms for obtaining approval of competent
government authorities. They should also submit the following:
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* Equivalency:
Candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional
training and progressive work experience may also be considered if there will not be enough
qualified candidates.
* General information
1.This vacancy notice is open to internal candidates ONLY. As an Area post, only
candidates who reside in Syria at the time of applications are eligible to apply. The Agency
does not assume responsibilities nor support the issuance of work permits for those who has
no legal documents to live in Syria.
2. It is the responsibility of the candidate to provide full, accurate and up to date information
in his/her application form. Any missing and/or misleading data may lead to candidate
disqualification.
3. Please ensure that the e-mail address and mobile phone number that you have written in
your Personal History Form are accurate and active. Your status in relation to the vacancy
will be communicated to you only via the email listed on your Personal History Form.
4. For more information please visit the website, http//: inspira.un.org
5. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
United Nations Considerations
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to
assignment by him or her.
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current
UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from
under-represented groups.
At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the
necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due
regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of
qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and
inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with
disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when
requested and indicated in the application.
UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence,
neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human
rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who
fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs.
Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed
violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law,
sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to
believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who
have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for
employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of
misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear
on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment
platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the
Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" hyper-link on the upper right side
of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in
the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable
internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations,
resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative
issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information
pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in
inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion,
revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates
under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the
information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time)
on the deadline date
United Nations Considerations
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to
assignment by him or her.
UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current
UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from
under-represented groups.
At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the
necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due
regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of
qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and
inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with
disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when
requested and indicated in the application.
UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence,
neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human
rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who
fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs.
Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed
violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law,
sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to
believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who
have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for
employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of
misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear
on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment
platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the
Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" hyper-link on the upper right side
of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in
the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable
internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations,
resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative
issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information
pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in
inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion,
revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates
under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the
information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time)
on the deadline date

United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations
UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List.
UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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