Education Officer

DETAILS I. Position Information  JOB TITLE: Education OfficerJOB LEVEL: NO-AREPORTS TO: Education ManagerLOCATION: Beirut, Lebanon JOB PROFLE NO.: 60000179FUNCTIONAL CODE: PE/P-1 II. PURPOSE OF THE JOB Accountable for professional technical contribution to education programmes/projects design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis and progress reporting. Commitment for enhancement of gender-sensitive teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy. III. KEY END-RESULTS 1. Accurate, complete and up-to-date information made available for effective budget preparation, programme and project design, implementation, management and evaluation in a gender-specific framework.2. Project efficiency and effectiveness enhanced through effective implementation follow-on, including with all implementing partners. 3. Progress reports and project work plans timely prepared, and effective technical assistance provided; in sharing them with key partners, in the identification of required supplies and equipment, and in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation.4. Appropriateness and completeness of financial and supply documentation as well as adherence to established allotments ensured.5. Knowledge sharing with donors, media and all strategic partners promoted with an emphasis on gender and equity.6. Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration and coordination among Education system actors strengthened. IV. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS  Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results.1. Programme/Project ManagementEnsure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective Education programme and project design, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation, including gender disaggregation. Draft sound Education programme budgets for review by the supervisor, and provide support for sharing the information with relevant partners.2. Project Efficiency and EffectivenessEnhance project efficiency and effectiveness through implementation follow-on activities with various partners, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply and non-supply assistance and Education project status.3. Work Plan and Project DocumentationAnalyze collected data and information and prepare progress reports including monitoring and reporting indicators by gender; draft changes in Education project work plans and assist in identification of required supplies and equipment as well as in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with established rules, regulations and plans of action; and provide support for consultation with partners as required on planning and implementation of Country Programme activities. 4. Project Implementation Information and DataEnsure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that Education project expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database (e.g., FLS, ProMS). Follow up on queries, including with and by partners, or initiate corrective action on discrepancies.5. Knowledge SharingCompile Education project implementation training and orientation materials to promote knowledge sharing with donors and media, and all stakeholders.6. Communication and NetworkingEnsure the effective communication and networking developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration.• Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management, and provide support for orientation and training of Government counterparts and all UNICEF implementing partners in UNICEF financial and supply policies and procedures.• Team with local Government counterparts to exchange information on Education project implementation and status as well as movement and distribution of supplies.• Supports coordination with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to Education sector. V. JOB GRADE FACTORS  Level 1- The scope of the job duties range from proper data collection and analysis, the timely preparation of routine, concise and accurate monitoring reports, including monitoring project status and the flow of supply and non supply assistance, recommending appropriate adjustments as required, to preparation of timely and accurate budget reports.- The job requires primarily professional analytical and contributory technical work, including collection and assembly of data and background information; prepares tables, graphs or other statistical data for technical review and monitoring purposes. Individual decisions will be mostly technical judgement on the processing of the work, subject to the consent from the supervisor. The work must contribute to the achievement of team’s planned objectives at the professional quality level. The supervisor guides and oversees the work process, progress and end-results. - Professional support work includes administration of ongoing programmes/projects within established rules and regulations. VI. QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES ( [  ] indicates the level of proficiency required for the job.)1. Education: University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Education; Primary Education, Economics, Social Sciences, or a field(s) relevant to international development assistance. 2. Work experience: One year of professional work experience at national and international levels relevant Education programmes. Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an asset.Background in Emergency programme an asset.3. Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Arabic4. Competency Profile (For details on competencies please refer to the UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles.)  i) Core Values (Required)• Commitment  • Diversity and Inclusion  • Integrity  ii) Core Competencies (Required)• Communication [ II ]  • Working with People [ I ]       • Drive for Results [ I ]  iii) Functional Competencies (Required)• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ I ]• Analyzing [ II]  • Applying Technical Expertise [ II ]• Learning and Researching [ II]  • Planning and Organizing [ II ]iv) Technical Knowledge [ I ]a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required [ I ](Technical knowledge requirements specific to the job can be added here as required.)  • Essential professional knowledge of Education/Basic Education programmes.• Essential Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in areas of:  Education; Primary Education, Economics, Social Sciences.• Gender and diversity awarenessb) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group) [ I ]Knowledge of theories and practices in:• Programme/project management in Education      • Monitoring and Evaluation                   • Training and Capacity Development in  Education  • Alternative Basic Education• Curriculum Development                                         • Knowledge ManagementGeneral knowledge of:• Methodology of programme/project management• Education Programmatic goals, policies and strategies• Knowledge of global education issues, specifically relating to children and women• UNICEF policies and strategy to address education issues, including: conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery. • UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.• Rights-based and Results-based programming in UNICEF. • UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.• Mid-Term Strategic Plan • UNICEF Board endorsed policy papers (e.g. The Education Strategy)• Gender equality and diversity awarenessc) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job) [ I ]• Government development plans and policies • Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes• UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses.• UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions• UN security operations and guidelines. • UNICEF strategic framework for partnerships and collaborative relationships.