National Consultant
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is UNESCO, which stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Established in 1945, UNESCO aims to promote world peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security through international cooperation in education, the sciences, and culture. The organization has a global presence, operating in over 190 countries with a mission to build peace in the minds of men and women. UNESCO is committed to fostering inclusive and equitable quality education for all and promoting lifelong learning opportunities. The organization employs thousands of individuals worldwide, working collaboratively with various stakeholders, including governments, civil society, and the private sector, to achieve its objectives.
Job Overview:
The National Consultant position is part of the Kiribati ICT Transformation of Education Systems (KITES) Project, which is a significant initiative funded by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE). The consultant will play a crucial role in providing technical assistance to UNESCO and the Ministry of Education (MoE) in Kiribati. The primary focus of this role is to support the implementation of the KITES project across three key components: Access, Teaching Quality, and Systems Reform. The consultant will be responsible for delivering technical inputs, conducting analyses, and facilitating communication between various stakeholders involved in the project. This position requires a collaborative approach, as the consultant will work closely with MoE divisions and other partners to ensure the successful execution of the project objectives. The consultant will also be involved in monitoring and evaluating the project's progress, identifying risks, and providing recommendations for improvement. Overall, this role is vital for enhancing the quality of education in Kiribati through strategic investments in ICT and addressing the challenges faced by the education sector.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties and responsibilities include providing technical assistance for the implementation of the KITES project, which encompasses several critical tasks. Firstly, the consultant will contribute to the development of terms of reference, workplans, and technical products for each component of the project. They will support regular progress check-ins with MoE component focal points and participate in monthly programme reviews, preparing implementation status summaries and technical analyses of issues for discussion. Additionally, the consultant will assist the MoE in planning school-level activities, including model school visits and travel to outer islands. The consultant will also provide technical support during governance meetings, including the Technical Committees and the Project Steering Committee, preparing documentation and follow-up materials. Furthermore, the consultant will conduct technical analyses, monitor implementation against the workplan, compile and analyze indicator data, and prepare monthly implementation review reports. They will also support the documentation of programme results and lessons learned, ensuring effective communication and knowledge management throughout the project.
Required Qualifications:
The position requires a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in fields such as Education, Project or Programme Management, Public Administration, Development Studies, ICT, or a related area. An advanced university degree is considered an asset. Additionally, candidates must possess a minimum of five years of professional experience in providing technical assistance, advisory, or implementation support to education or development programmes. Demonstrated experience in supporting multi-stakeholder, donor-funded programmes with government involvement is essential, as is familiarity with government approval and procurement processes in Kiribati. Experience working with UN agencies, GPE, or other development partners is desirable, as is experience in ICT in education, teacher development, or education data systems.
Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as Education, Project or Programme Management, Public Administration, Development Studies, ICT, or a related area. An advanced university degree is an asset, indicating a higher level of education and specialization in the relevant field.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of professional experience in technical assistance, advisory, or implementation support to education or development programmes. Candidates should have a proven track record of providing technical support to multi-stakeholder, donor-funded programmes, particularly in collaboration with government entities. Experience working with or within the Government of Kiribati, especially the Ministry of Education, is preferred, along with familiarity with government processes. Additionally, experience with UN agencies, GPE, or other development partners is desirable, as well as experience in ICT in education or related fields.
Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English and Te Kiribati is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with stakeholders, documentation, and reporting. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this consultancy position is for a duration of six months, with the possibility of extension based on programme needs and satisfactory delivery of outputs. The consultant will be based at the Ministry of Education in South Tarawa, within the UNESCO Project Office, and is expected to use their own laptop and mobile phone for the assignment. Regular communication with UNESCO and the MoE focal point is required, and the consultant will maintain confidentiality regarding programme information. The contract fee will be paid in six equal instalments, contingent upon UNESCO’s acceptance of the corresponding deliverables. Travel to outer islands and model schools may be necessary, with related costs covered separately from the contract fee. The consultant will not have managerial, supervisory, representational, procurement, approval, or financial authority on behalf of UNESCO or the MoE.
The job posting organization is UNESCO, which stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Established in 1945, UNESCO aims to promote world peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security through international cooperation in education, the sciences, and culture. The organization has a global presence, operating in over 190 countries with a mission to build peace in the minds of men and women. UNESCO is committed to fostering inclusive and equitable quality education for all and promoting lifelong learning opportunities. The organization employs thousands of individuals worldwide, working collaboratively with various stakeholders, including governments, civil society, and the private sector, to achieve its objectives.
Job Overview:
The National Consultant position is part of the Kiribati ICT Transformation of Education Systems (KITES) Project, which is a significant initiative funded by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE). The consultant will play a crucial role in providing technical assistance to UNESCO and the Ministry of Education (MoE) in Kiribati. The primary focus of this role is to support the implementation of the KITES project across three key components: Access, Teaching Quality, and Systems Reform. The consultant will be responsible for delivering technical inputs, conducting analyses, and facilitating communication between various stakeholders involved in the project. This position requires a collaborative approach, as the consultant will work closely with MoE divisions and other partners to ensure the successful execution of the project objectives. The consultant will also be involved in monitoring and evaluating the project's progress, identifying risks, and providing recommendations for improvement. Overall, this role is vital for enhancing the quality of education in Kiribati through strategic investments in ICT and addressing the challenges faced by the education sector.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties and responsibilities include providing technical assistance for the implementation of the KITES project, which encompasses several critical tasks. Firstly, the consultant will contribute to the development of terms of reference, workplans, and technical products for each component of the project. They will support regular progress check-ins with MoE component focal points and participate in monthly programme reviews, preparing implementation status summaries and technical analyses of issues for discussion. Additionally, the consultant will assist the MoE in planning school-level activities, including model school visits and travel to outer islands. The consultant will also provide technical support during governance meetings, including the Technical Committees and the Project Steering Committee, preparing documentation and follow-up materials. Furthermore, the consultant will conduct technical analyses, monitor implementation against the workplan, compile and analyze indicator data, and prepare monthly implementation review reports. They will also support the documentation of programme results and lessons learned, ensuring effective communication and knowledge management throughout the project.
Required Qualifications:
The position requires a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in fields such as Education, Project or Programme Management, Public Administration, Development Studies, ICT, or a related area. An advanced university degree is considered an asset. Additionally, candidates must possess a minimum of five years of professional experience in providing technical assistance, advisory, or implementation support to education or development programmes. Demonstrated experience in supporting multi-stakeholder, donor-funded programmes with government involvement is essential, as is familiarity with government approval and procurement processes in Kiribati. Experience working with UN agencies, GPE, or other development partners is desirable, as is experience in ICT in education, teacher development, or education data systems.
Educational Background:
Candidates must hold a first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in relevant fields such as Education, Project or Programme Management, Public Administration, Development Studies, ICT, or a related area. An advanced university degree is an asset, indicating a higher level of education and specialization in the relevant field.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of professional experience in technical assistance, advisory, or implementation support to education or development programmes. Candidates should have a proven track record of providing technical support to multi-stakeholder, donor-funded programmes, particularly in collaboration with government entities. Experience working with or within the Government of Kiribati, especially the Ministry of Education, is preferred, along with familiarity with government processes. Additionally, experience with UN agencies, GPE, or other development partners is desirable, as well as experience in ICT in education or related fields.
Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English and Te Kiribati is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in these languages is essential for effective communication with stakeholders, documentation, and reporting. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this consultancy position is for a duration of six months, with the possibility of extension based on programme needs and satisfactory delivery of outputs. The consultant will be based at the Ministry of Education in South Tarawa, within the UNESCO Project Office, and is expected to use their own laptop and mobile phone for the assignment. Regular communication with UNESCO and the MoE focal point is required, and the consultant will maintain confidentiality regarding programme information. The contract fee will be paid in six equal instalments, contingent upon UNESCO’s acceptance of the corresponding deliverables. Travel to outer islands and model schools may be necessary, with related costs covered separately from the contract fee. The consultant will not have managerial, supervisory, representational, procurement, approval, or financial authority on behalf of UNESCO or the MoE.
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