Evaluation Of Student Achievement Expert (Proc Ref: Ic029-3.3)

  Second Education Development Project– EDP II   Terms of Reference   “Evaluation of Student Achievement” Expert (Proc ref: IC029-3.3)       Background The Government of Lebanon (GOL) through the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) is implementing the Education Sector Development Plan (ESDP), based on the pillars of the National Education Strategy that aim to provide: (i) Education Available on the Basis of Equal Opportunity; (ii) Quality Education that Contributes to Building a Knowledge Society; (iii) Education that Contributes to Social Integration; (iv) Education that Contributes to Economic Development; and (v) Educational Governance. The ESDP is being led by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) and the ESDP programs are funded by several external agencies (World Bank, USAID, EU, UNICEF …). The Second Education Development Project (EDP- II), funded by the World Bank, Loan Agreement # 7966-LE, under the law # 227 dated 25/10/2012, is currently being embarked upon by MEHE. This project has prepared an integrated development strategy and has developed the core information and management tools required to commence project implementation. In order to ensure effective integrated implementation of the EDP- II and other projects, MEHE has established an Education Sector Development Secretariat (ESDS). This Secretariat comprises a multidisciplinary team of experts and officers for management and technical support, reporting to the executive level of the Ministry.   The “Evaluation of Student Achievement” Expert will be reporting directly to the Secretariat Director; and will be guiding the Secretariat Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist and the Secretariat Economist, in performing their relevant tasks.     Responsibilities Specific responsibilities of the incumbent include the following: Review and modify the Results Framework for the overall Education Sector Development Plan (ESDP), based on the existing indicators of each ESDP program/ project. Identify any additional data requirements and relevant data collection mechanisms to serve the respective performance indicators. Collaborate with the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to develop and update the overall ESDP Bi-annual Progress Report. Guide the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist in the preparation of Quarterly Progress Reports based on the Results Framework of the Second Education Development Project (EDP II). Participate in coordination with the CERD concerned entities in the analysis of the TIMSS, PISA, and other student achievement assessment results using scientific hard evidence that can be used to advocate all findings. Participate together with a group/task force of educational/academic professionals, in the development of a plan, which aims to identify the different mechanisms, actions, and tools needed for the efficient and customized communication of student achievement assessment findings and results to accommodate different stakeholders. Participate in coordination with the CERD concerned entities, in the preparation of workshops/ round table sessions, needed for the dissemination of student achievement assessment findings and results, and for the spreading of public and concerned stakeholder awareness in this regard. Guide the Economist in the preparation of a Public Expenditure Review (PER), in what relates to the indicators necessary for the assessment of students’ learning achievement. Undertake other related duties as required by the Secretariat Director.   Qualifications and Experience: Must hold PhD in Education; an emphasis on evaluation of student achievement is a plus. A minimum of 10 years of substantive work experience at a leadership level in evaluation of student achievements field; experience in evaluation of student achievement in TIMSS and PISA is a plus. Knowledge of education reform processes and associated management strategies. Knowledge of the current structure, strengths and challenges facing the education system in Lebanon. Demonstrated ability to undertake education sector needs analysis. Demonstrated leadership skills in evaluation of education systems. Strong leadership and communication skills in Arabic and English; French is a plus.   Application and Contact Details: This position is funded by the Second Education Development Project – EDPII – World Bank Loan no 7996 – LE. Interested qualified candidates are requested to submit their resumes to proc@mehe.gov.lb  by the deadline of May 12, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Beirut local time.           To ensure the timely review of your credentials, please insert “Evaluation of Student Achievement” Expert (Proc. ref.  IC029-3.3)” in the subject line of the e-mail. Only candidates who are being invited for an interview will be contacted. Our hiring is limited to Lebanese nationals.