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UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST – UNRWA   UNRWA is the United Nations agency responsible for the protection, care and human development of a population of some 4.6 millionPalestinerefugees living in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank,Jordan,Lebanon, and theSyrianArabRepublic. The Agency is committed to assistingPalestinerefugees in maintaining a decent standard of living, acquiring appropriate knowledge and skills, enjoying the fullest possible extent of human rights, and leading a long and healthy life. UNRWA is by far the largest UN operation in theMiddle Eastwith over 29,000 staff. Most of the staff members are refugees themselves, working directly to benefit their communities – as teachers, doctors, nurses or social workers. Teacher English   Location All areas (Beqa’a Area – Central Lebanon Area – North Lebanon Area – Saida Area – Tyre Area) Type of Appointment Contractor Roster (Total of 100 persons) Deadline for Application 01 January 2015 Vacancy Announcement Number 935/2014 Department/Division Education Department    MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES In accordance with established Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent: (A)    Ensures the delivery of quality inclusive education to all PRS (Palestinian Refugees fromSyria) students through: i)    Identifying the key concepts, content, skills and pedagogy appropriate to the delivery of curriculum subject areas taking into account needs of individual students; ii)   Using a range of appropriate learner centered instructional strategies and techniques; iii)  Enriching the Lebanese MOE (Ministry Of Education) curriculum where appropriate to develop the competencies of students and achieve UNRWA learning goals and values in line with UNRWA Curriculum Framework; iv)  Assessing PRS students’ learning through the use of formative, summative and diagnostic assessment; v)   Maintaining a safe and effective learning environment in the classroom and school compound in accordance with the UNRWA school code of conduct; (B)    Participate in the school co-curricular activities/committees and maintains links with the wider education community to improve the performance and wellbeing of students including activities on key social, environmental, health issues, child rights and protection; (C)    Actively engages in school-based and other professional development including peer support, discussions and training in line with UNRWA approved policies, processes, and procedures; (D)   Contributes to the systematic collection, recording and analysis of data in line with the school and UNRWA EMIS system; (E)    Effectively communicates with parents and the school community regarding learner progress and needs; (F)    Contributes to the school policy level development, planning and evaluation working as a team member; (G)   Performs such other duties as may be assigned.   PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES (A)   Academic and Professional        A university degree in English Language.   (B)   Experience        No experience is required.   (C)   Language        Excellent command of written and spoken Arabic and good command of written and spoken English.   (D)   Skills and Competencies i)    Knowledge of UN values, UNRWA general and education specific rules, policies and practices; ii)   Appropriate knowledge and understanding of the pedagogy and subject knowledge including openness on new ways of working; iii)  Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; iv)  Ability to work under pressure and meet target deadlines; v)   Ability to work as a team member; vi)  Problem solving and critical thinking skills; vii) Proficiency in the standard PC particularly internet and Power Point; viii) Integrity and positive attitude for establishing and maintaining positive and proactive relationships with all relevant stakeholders.   CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Salary: As per relevant salary scale. Contract Duration: Six months (Extendable upon availability of Funds), to establish a roster of 100 persons for allLebanon.   EQUIVALENCY Candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional training and progressive work experience may also be considered.   GENERAL INFORMATION UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications equally from men and women. It is Agency Policy to give full consideration to qualified disabled candidates whose disability does not impact their ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the post. Priority will be given to fully qualify registered Palestinian refugees. Prior to the commencement of services,the consultant shall confirm and acknowledge in writing,and provide proof of the existence of,self-procured adequate private insurance against medical,disability and accident for the duration of the contract. As a member of the United Nations system, UNRWA maintains a close relatives’ policy.  In this regard, if a candidate has a close relative (mother, father, brother, sister, son or daughter) who is already employed by the Agency, he/she can only be employed if the Agency is unable to find another suitable candidate.   UNRWA staff members with fixed term appointments may not be considered for any consultant/contractor position while in service. Candidates who are no longer employed by the Agency must have a minimum of 3 months break in service before they apply to any consultant/contract positions.   UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity,neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights,for diversity,and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staffs are expected to uphold these values at all times,both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA is a non-smoking working environment. الأونروا هي منظمة تابعة للأمم المتحدة، وهي منظمة تفترض من موظفيها الالتزام بأعلى معايير الاستقامة والحياد والنزاهة. ويشمل ذلك احترام مبادئ حقوق الإنسان واحترام التنوع وتبني الوسائل غير العنيفة في حل كافة أشكال النزاعات.  المتوقع من موظفي الأونروا أن يقوموا بدعم هذه القيم في كافة الأوقات، سواء في أماكن العمل أم خارجه. إن أولئك الأشخاص الذين يتمتعون بالالتزام الكامل وغير المشروط بهذه القيم هم فقط الذين ينبغي أن يتقدموا بطلباتهم للعمل لدى الأونروا. الأنروا هي بيئه عمل لا يسمح فيها بالتدخين.   TECHNICAL & PRACTICAL TESTS REQUIRED: Short-listed candidates will sit for two tests: Written test (100%); Computer test (Pass/Fail), which includes (Intermediate Level: MS Power Point and Internet).   The top 200 scoring candidates in the written technical test given that (i) none have scored less than 50%, and (ii) none have failed the computer test, will be invited for an interview. As the agency has already a valid roster for the same post, the old active roster will have a higher priority when it comes to assignment.   HOW TO APPLY If you have the skills and experience required above, and want to make an active and lasting contribution to improving the lives of Palestinerefugees, then register on http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing the UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications received through this website will be considered and the system will not allow applications after the deadline. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees from accredited educational institutions. Candidates may also be invited to take a technical exam in order further evaluate their qualifications for the post. Due to a high volume of applications received, only short-listed applicants will be contacted –“سيتم الإتصال فقط بالأشخاص الذين تنطبق عليهم متطلبات الوظيفة”. The United Nations does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. The United Nations does not concern itself with information on bank accounts. For any queries please send an email to: recruitmentquestions@unrwa.org. Please apply as requested above, do not send your CV To this email address, all cvs sent to this email address will be automatically ignored. يرجى تقديم الطلبات حسب التعليمات اعلاها وعدم ارسال السيرة الذاتية الى هذا البريد الالكتروني, سيتم تجاهل السير الذاتية التي ترسل الى هذا العنوان تلقائيا. or contact the recruitment unit on 009611840490.   Date of issue: 12 December 2014