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How can you make a difference?
- Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief of Education is accountable for the development, design, planning, implementation, and management of the Education Programme within the country programme.
- As Head of Section, s/he leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in collaboration with other programme sectors, and with government and key development partners.
- S/he is accountable for the overall quality of the programme design and for ensuring that it is effectively and efficiently managed and monitored.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
- Managerial leadership
- Programme development and planning
- Programme management, monitoring, and quality control of results.
- Advisory services and technical support
- Advocacy, networking, and partnership building Innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building
Technical Competencies:
- In-depth understanding of the overall global development context.
- Extensive knowledge of global developments in education and international engagement strategies.
- Strong ability to undertake policy dialogue.
- Strong education sector planning knowledge/ability.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
The following minimum requirements:
- Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields: education, economics, psychology, sociology, or another relevant technical field.
- Work Experience: At least A minimum of ten years of professional experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education at the international level is required.
- Skills: A minimum of ten years of professional experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education at the international level is required.
- Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
- Familiarity/ background with emergencies is considered an asset.
