Education Officer

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 committed to promoting the rights of every child, emphasizing equity and the importance of addressing the needs of the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families. UNICEF employs a diverse workforce and offers opportunities for professional and personal development, fostering a culture of belonging and growth. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that all children have the opportunity to survive, develop, and reach their full potential, without discrimination or bias.

Job Overview:
The Education Officer position at UNICEF involves providing comprehensive technical, analytical, and coordination support to various educational bodies in Bangladesh, including DPE, NAPE, NAEM, DSHE Training Wing, BNU, and BOU. The role focuses on modernizing and transforming the education system through skills integration, promoting wellbeing for students and teachers, and enhancing teacher development and innovation. The Education Officer will play a crucial role in developing and implementing a modernized skill-based pre- and in-service teacher education program, ensuring alignment with national reforms and international best practices. This position also emphasizes the integration of wellbeing, including mental health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">psychosocial support (MHPSS) and social-emotional learning (SEL), into educational pathways, ensuring that learners acquire relevant life and livelihood skills. The officer will oversee partnerships with various educational institutions and manage compliance, financial monitoring, and progress reporting to ensure effective program delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The key functions of the Education Officer include:

• Supporting program development and planning to enhance educational outcomes.
• Managing and monitoring program implementation to ensure delivery of results.
• Providing technical and operational support for effective program execution.
• Building networks and partnerships with educational stakeholders.
• Engaging in innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building to improve educational practices.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in education, social sciences, development studies, or other relevant fields. A minimum of two years of professional experience in planning and managing secondary education system strengthening is required. Candidates should have a technical understanding of teacher professional development, pre-service and in-service training, skills integration, and the wellbeing of teachers and students. Experience working with government education authorities and a strong understanding of competency-based education frameworks are essential. Proven experience in partnership management and program monitoring is also required.

Educational Background:
A university degree in education, social sciences, development studies, or other relevant technical fields is mandatory for this position. Higher educational qualifications from accredited institutions recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) are preferred.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of two years of professional experience in the education sector, specifically in planning and managing secondary education system strengthening. Candidates should have experience working with educational authorities and a strong understanding of teacher professional development and skills integration.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
This position is open to Bangladeshi nationals only, with priority given to internal staff holding specific UNICEF appointments. The role is temporary, and candidates may be required to resign from government positions before taking up the assignment. UNICEF does not charge any processing fees during the recruitment process and is committed to fostering an inclusive workforce. The organization reserves the right to withdraw an offer if visa or medical clearance is not obtained within a reasonable timeframe.