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Education Associate - Edu006 - G6 Unopscontract

Accountability:- The education needs of refugees are met through the application of International and NationalCommitments.- Implementation of education projects is closely monitored and reports on financial status of projects are provided as appropriate. Responsibility:- Monitor and support all existing formal and informal education programs, including implementing partner and community-based schools, and informal classes.- Regularly update and share information related to education, utilizing data collection to identify gaps, assess trends, and design interventions. Monitor and make necessary adjustments to the annual Education Workplan and budget.- Review education proposals and monitor existing agreements with partners; in addition, work closely with the community to enhance quality and ownership across community-run education programs.- Liaise and support partners in organizing teacher training.- Perform specific administrative operational/control tasks for project/programme activities.- Provide inputs for funding submissions, appeals and reports.- Perform other duties as required. Authority:- Represent UNHCR in monitoring of education projects.- Issue documents and reports for clearance by the Education or Protection Officer.
Application Deadline
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, please submit your letter of motivation and P11 Form by e-mail with the job code number and position title in the subject line to: lebbeprg@unhcr.org by Wednesday 14 August 2013. The Personal History Form (P11) is available at the following link: http://www.unhcr.org/recruit/P11_UNHCR.doc No late applications will be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). UNHCR strongly encourage qualified female applicants for this position. UNHCR seeks to ensure that male and female employees are given equal career opportunities, and that staff members are able to keep an appropriate balance between work and private life. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
• University degree in Education or Social Sciences or related fields.
• Minimum 6 years of previous job experience relevant to the function.
• Knowledge of refugee protection principles and framework.
• Excellent knowledge of Arabic and English.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent organization, communication and advanced computer skills

• Field experience in education programme implementation and coordination.
• Demonstrated work experience in refugee education programmes.
• Background in relevant education systems with good knowledge of relevant curricula.
Arabic
Excellent
English
Excellent
French
Excellent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No