Associate Project Officer - Education

Job Posting Organization:
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. With a workforce of over 2,000 employees, UNESCO operates in more than 190 countries, focusing on building peace in the minds of men and women. The organization is dedicated to fostering sustainable development through education, the sciences, culture, communication, and information, and aims to promote gender equality and inclusion in education as part of its core values.

Job Overview:
The Associate Project Officer will play a crucial role within the UNESCO Education Sector, specifically in the Division for Education 2030, focusing on the Section of Education for Inclusion and Gender Equality. This position is designed to support Member States and partners in implementing activities that promote gender equality and inclusion in education, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals 4 and

• The officer will work under the supervision of the Programme Specialist to enhance evidence and systems for gender-transformative education, ensuring that gender equality considerations are systematically integrated into education sector programming. The role involves supporting monitoring, reporting, and accountability efforts related to gender equality in education, as well as contributing to capacity development initiatives within UNESCO.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate Project Officer will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including:

• Supporting gender-related follow-up to the Transforming Education Summit (TES) by analyzing evidence on countries' progress and good practices through the Global Accountability Dashboard.
• Contributing to post-2030 processes and coordinating an expert group on gender and education to improve cross-national data on gender equality.
• Supporting the coordination of cross-sectional work on curriculum under the 3G MapED project and follow-up work on indicator development.
• Assisting in the coordination of the internal UNESCO community of Practice on Gender Equality and education, while also supporting an internal knowledge hub.
• Providing technical inputs on gender equality and education, particularly in emergencies, and supporting monitoring and reporting efforts.
• Engaging in fundraising activities for the Section and carrying out additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor and Chief of Section.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in Education, Gender, Social Sciences, Human Sciences, International Development, or related fields. They should have a strong understanding of gender equality in education, excellent analytical and coordination skills, and the ability to work independently while being a team player. Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is also required.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in relevant fields such as Education, Gender Studies, Social Sciences, or International Development is mandatory for this position. This educational background is essential to ensure that the candidate has the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to effectively contribute to the goals of the UNESCO Education Sector.

Experience:
Candidates should have up to 2 years of relevant work experience in the field of gender equality and education. This experience should ideally include involvement in projects or initiatives that focus on promoting gender equality in educational contexts, as well as familiarity with data analysis and reporting related to gender issues in education.

Languages:
Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English or French is mandatory, with good knowledge of the other language being advantageous. Additionally, knowledge of another UNESCO official language, particularly Spanish, is considered an asset for this position.

Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is a project appointment for a duration of 1 year, with the possibility of extension subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory performance. The position is open to both internal and external candidates. UNESCO offers a competitive salary, with the approximate annual starting salary for this post being USD 65,970, along with benefits such as 30 days of annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, and a pension plan. The recruitment process may include pre-recorded video interviews, written assessments, and reference checks. UNESCO is committed to diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, including those from under-represented Member States, minority groups, and persons with disabilities.