Associate National Project Officer at UNESCO February, 2024

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Position: Associate National Project Officer
Post Number: 6TZED 0009PA
Grade: NO-B
Parent Sector: Field Office
Duty Station: Dar-es-Salaam
Job Family: Education
Type of contract: Project Appointment
Duration of contract: 1 year
Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 22-FEB-2024

Only Nationals of Tanzania can apply for this post
Duration of contract: 1 year with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance

More specifically the incumbent will perform the following duties.

Long Description​

1. Provision of technical support and fostering of partnerships for project implementation:

• Provide technical advice and guidance for the implementation of KFIT project activities, including participation in the production of technical deliverables and policy studies, provision of input to various framework documents as required, and support to the implementation of training programmes.
• Maintain regular relations with national counterparts and key stakeholders (Ministries, regional and local authorities, etc.).
• Raise awareness of potential partners and seeking solutions to boost ICT in education initiatives in the country.
• Participate in and facilitate the establishment of strategic long-term engagements with strategic partners in the country.

Long Description​

2. Implementation of the detailed operational plan and coordination of the project in compliance with the project strategic objectives, outcomes, outputs and activities as outlined in the results framework:

• Ensure quality achievement of the KFIT project outputs in line with UNESCO qualitative standards and the KFIT results matrix.
• Support the design, as well as the periodic update and revision, of the detailed country project document, work plan and budget.
• Identify project implementation partners and providers of goods and services.
• Assist in the writing of terms of references for external vendors and in the recruitment of consultants, coordinators and interns.
• Monitor implementation of the contracts, assess the quality of services provided and request disbursement of funds.
• Plan, coordinate and organize network meetings, workshop and trainings to address specific needs and capacity gaps identified in the project.

Long Description​

3. Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of project implementation and the reporting on project activities:

• Contribute and monitor evaluation of project activities, report on progress and suggest updates of the project results framework.
• Regularly monitor the financial status of the project and ensure that budget execution rates are in line with agreed plans. Moreover, in case of contracting with partners where funds are to be granted for activities, ensure the Financial Reports along with original and appropriate justifications for funds granted are duly submitted on a timely basis to financially close related activities.
• Regularly conduct meetings to steer the project, preparing minutes of meetings and action plans with clear responsibility and timeframe.
• Conduct periodic project reviews with government counterparts and other partners recording the results of the review meetings in minutes and action plans.
• Prepare reports on project activities for UNESCO, the donor and partners.
• Provide content on major project achievements and steps in project implementation for UNESCO's public information services to increase the visibility of UNESCO.
• Foster exchanges of information and experiences, and identify new strategies of action to improve delivery of services and to achieve the project requirements and objectives.

4. Ensure communication and visibility:

• Prepare and implementing the project communication and visibility plan.
• Prepare technical briefs and status updates on the project for wider dissemination, including inputs for the periodic project newsletter.
• Organize communication events (seminars and workshops) and liaising with local and international media.
• Act as liaison between the HQ coordination team of the KFIT project and the national team.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)​

Communication (C)
Accountability (C)
Innovation (C)
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
Planning and organizing (C)
Results focus (C)
Teamwork (C)
Professionalism (C)

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For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS​

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master or equivalent) in Education, ICTs in Education, Science (STEM), Instructional design, Business, or Education Technology Management, or related areas. A combination of a first advanced degree with 4 years of experience in international development work and use of technology for education work may be substituted for the particular fields mentioned.

Work Experience

• At least two years of work experience in the field of education, preferably related to ICTs.
• Experience in supporting and coordinating project activities, preferably in large international organizations and with other international partner organizations.

Skills/Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of project implementation and monitoring skills.
• Strong skills in technical project management, event planning and presentation skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills, human relations and team building.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to draft and concisely, paying close attention to quality of work and details.
• Ability to interact with people from different disciplines, and with varying degrees of technical experience.
• Ability to manage budgets and report on implementation.
• Understanding of national and international development issues.
• Basic understanding of set-up and administration of ICT services, networks and mobile services.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of Swahili and English (oral and written).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS​

Work Experience

• Experience in the implementation of large-scale projects with technical components.
• Work experience in African Countries in Education, particularly in Uganda and in collaboration with the Ministry of Education.
• Experience with ICT hardware, mobile phones and web-based technologies in education, particularly designing or deploying tools

Skills/Competencies

• Expert knowledge or significant interest in one or more of these areas: (i) The use of technology in developing contexts particularly in Uganda; (ii) teacher training, particularly on the pedagogical use of ICT; (iii) m-learning and e-learning; (iv) ICT policy analysis and formulation; (v) educational audio-visual and multimedia materials in the classroom; and (vi) research-based education platforms in distance and assisted learning platforms to education.

Languages

• Knowledge of French.

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS​

UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is TZS 104,531,851.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS​

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.
The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview.
UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.
UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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