Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is dedicated to promoting the rights of every child, emphasizing equity and inclusion, particularly for marginalized and disadvantaged children. UNICEF employs a diverse workforce and offers opportunities for professional and personal development, aiming to create a culture of belonging and growth. The organization is committed to ensuring that all children have the opportunity to survive, develop, and reach their full potential, without discrimination or bias.
Job Overview:
The Education Specialist position at UNICEF involves supporting the development and management of education programs within India. Under the guidance of the Chief of Field Office and technical guidance from the Chief Education, the Specialist will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating education programs/projects. The role requires a candidate who can apply differentiated strategies to education programming, focusing on improving learning outcomes and ensuring equitable and inclusive education for marginalized children. The Specialist will contribute to achieving results aligned with UNICEF's Strategic Plans and accountability framework, emphasizing the importance of education in the context of India's challenges, including climate change and socio-economic disparities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Education Specialist will manage and oversee the implementation of education programs, ensuring they align with UNICEF's goals and standards. Responsibilities include developing program strategies, monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and reporting on the effectiveness of education initiatives. The Specialist will provide technical guidance throughout the programming process, facilitate partnerships, and advocate for education priorities with government officials. Additionally, the role involves drafting high-quality analytical papers, policy briefs, and program documents, as well as leveraging partnerships and financing to scale programs. The Specialist will also engage in capacity building and knowledge sharing among stakeholders to enhance education delivery and outcomes.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in education, economics, psychology, or a related technical field. A minimum of five years of professional experience in education planning, management, or research is required, with a strong background in results-based management approaches. Experience in policy dialogue, advocacy, and drafting educational documents is essential. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to influence education priorities at senior government levels and have experience working on convergent approaches across various sectors such as health, nutrition, and child protection.
Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in education, economics, psychology, or another relevant technical field is required for this position. UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of professional experience in education-related fields, particularly in planning, management, and research. Candidates should have a proven track record of translating analytical evidence into policy and advocacy, as well as experience in drafting high-quality educational documents and influencing government priorities.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this role. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's profile for the position.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Mumbai and Gandhinagar, India, and is open to Indian Nationals or internal candidates with a valid work permit for India. The selected applicant will receive an initial fixed-term contract of two years for Gandhinagar and one year for Mumbai, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly women. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and misconduct, ensuring a safe and respectful work environment.
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is dedicated to promoting the rights of every child, emphasizing equity and inclusion, particularly for marginalized and disadvantaged children. UNICEF employs a diverse workforce and offers opportunities for professional and personal development, aiming to create a culture of belonging and growth. The organization is committed to ensuring that all children have the opportunity to survive, develop, and reach their full potential, without discrimination or bias.
Job Overview:
The Education Specialist position at UNICEF involves supporting the development and management of education programs within India. Under the guidance of the Chief of Field Office and technical guidance from the Chief Education, the Specialist will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating education programs/projects. The role requires a candidate who can apply differentiated strategies to education programming, focusing on improving learning outcomes and ensuring equitable and inclusive education for marginalized children. The Specialist will contribute to achieving results aligned with UNICEF's Strategic Plans and accountability framework, emphasizing the importance of education in the context of India's challenges, including climate change and socio-economic disparities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Education Specialist will manage and oversee the implementation of education programs, ensuring they align with UNICEF's goals and standards. Responsibilities include developing program strategies, monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and reporting on the effectiveness of education initiatives. The Specialist will provide technical guidance throughout the programming process, facilitate partnerships, and advocate for education priorities with government officials. Additionally, the role involves drafting high-quality analytical papers, policy briefs, and program documents, as well as leveraging partnerships and financing to scale programs. The Specialist will also engage in capacity building and knowledge sharing among stakeholders to enhance education delivery and outcomes.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in education, economics, psychology, or a related technical field. A minimum of five years of professional experience in education planning, management, or research is required, with a strong background in results-based management approaches. Experience in policy dialogue, advocacy, and drafting educational documents is essential. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to influence education priorities at senior government levels and have experience working on convergent approaches across various sectors such as health, nutrition, and child protection.
Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in education, economics, psychology, or another relevant technical field is required for this position. UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from accredited institutions recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of professional experience in education-related fields, particularly in planning, management, and research. Candidates should have a proven track record of translating analytical evidence into policy and advocacy, as well as experience in drafting high-quality educational documents and influencing government priorities.
Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this role. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's profile for the position.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in Mumbai and Gandhinagar, India, and is open to Indian Nationals or internal candidates with a valid work permit for India. The selected applicant will receive an initial fixed-term contract of two years for Gandhinagar and one year for Mumbai, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly women. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and misconduct, ensuring a safe and respectful work environment.
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