International Consultant - TVET Coordinator

Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station: Remote with missions to (Baghdad/Mosul/Basrah)

Job Family: Education

Type of contract : Non Staff

Duration of contract : 11 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 22.08.2024

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

Background

With funding from the European Union, UNESCO is implementing the third phase of the "Reviving Mosul and Basrah Old Cities" project. During the first and second phase of the project, substantial achievements were made in enhancing the skills of youth in heritage preservation, cultural activities, and entrepreneurship within these historic cities and generating employment opportunities.

This endeavour has garnered the attention and interest of local and regional authorities, sparking a desire for deeper involvement in initiatives fostering cultural industry development. Phase III of the project seeks to empower local stakeholders by helping them establish policy frameworks and build capacities across various levels, from decision makers and community representatives to academics, technical experts, and workers dedicated to reviving the Old Cities and promoting their cultural vitality.

The overarching goal is aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN's 2030 Agenda: to create jobs in Mosul and Basra through the organic reconstruction of their historic heritage and the rejuvenation of their cultural life, all under the leadership of local stakeholders. This phase will focus on youth employment and institutional capacity-building, concurrently addressing both aspects to produce complementary and enriching outcomes.
The Reviving Mosul and Basrah Old Cities Phase-III has the following four interlinked outputs:

i.  Empowerment of public actors and key stakeholders to actively engage in the urban heritage recovery process of Mosul and Basrah;
ii. Enhancement of capacities among public, private, and technical stakeholders involved in the reconstruction and rehabilitation of these cities' urban heritage;
iii.  Improvement of built heritage preservation and public space accessibility within the old cities of Mosul and Basrah;
iv. Empowerment of young cultural entrepreneurs, women, civil society organizations, and the general population to gain a deeper appreciation for cultural initiatives within these historic urban centers.

By simultaneously focusing on youth employment and institutional development, the project aims to cultivate local awareness, skills, knowledge, and technical capabilities crucial for authorities to lead a locally-driven urban recovery process. This holistic approach is expected to generate synergies and mutually reinforcing results, ultimately contributing to the sustainable revitalization of Mosul and Basra's historic treasures and cultural life.

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Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the overall authority of the UNESCO Director in Iraq and supervision of the Chief of Education Unit, the Consultant shall act as TVET Coordinator for the TVET component of the "Reviving Mosul and Basrah Old Cities" project.  The Consultant’s role as the Project Officer to manage the TVET component within the project will include but not be limited to:

•    Articulate a detailed workplan based on the original project documents and agreed budget
•    Support and manage day to day implementation of project activities including the supervision of Project TVET field Coordinators.
•    Ensure UNESCO administrative, financial, procurement and contracting rules are strictly adhered to Monitor and report on budgets, allocations and contract status.
•    Be responsible for the production of all major reports on project activities and ensure deadlines and quality standards are all met.
•    Ensure effective coordination with the Culture Team, the Government and the beneficiaries of the project.
•    Undertake mission travels to the project locations to monitor project implementation, review progress and build relationships with beneficiaries.
•    Ensure effective monitoring and supervision of Implementation Partners.
•    Ensure effective visibility of the project results and achievements.
•    Provide advice on issues concerning TVET including support in the development of proposal for potential new TVET projects to complement and build on the ongoing initiatives/projects.
•    Assist with other tasks as requested by the Director and Chief of Education.

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Deliverables & Timelines:

Monthly reports, with all deliverables enclosed as annexes.
The individual consultant shall submit to UNESCO within the written proposal a clear timeline with the deliverables for each month.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

Accountability (C)

Communication (C)

Innovation (C)

Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)

Planning and organizing (C)

Results focus (C)

Teamwork (C)

Professionalism (C)

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For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

Required Qualifications:

Academic Qualifications

an Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in economics, public/business administration, social sciences, Engineering or related fields.

Working Experience

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible relevant professional work experience in education or related fields, with a preference given to Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and Culture.
• previous experience in working with INGOs, or United Nations entity is desirable.

Language Requirement

• Excellent knowledge of English language (both written and spoken).
• Knowledge of other UN Language (French, Russian, Spanish, Arabic) is desirable.

Competencies and Skills

• Integrity, reliability and sense of commitment in the execution of duties.
• Excellent coordination skills.
• Good knowledge of results-based and budget management tools.
• Ability to build and maintain partnerships.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage heavy workloads and to meet tight deadlines, paying close attention to detail and quality of work.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent project implementation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the Organization.
• Sound understanding of results-based management and monitoring and evaluation principles.

Application Process

Interested candidates should click on “Apply Now”, then download and complete the Employment History form (Word file). At the end of the Word file, insert extra pages with the following required information in English:
* Upon completing the Word file with all the requested information above, upload the file at the “My Employment History Form / My Documents” section of the online application form. Only applications with the below requested information will be considered.
1- A Technical Written proposal (2-3 Pages Maximum) consisting of:
•    Comments on the Terms of Reference, if any (in brief);
•    An up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV), and a statement indicating how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the assignment.

•    A cover letter outlining their relevant experience and proposal /approach to the assignment.
•    A description of your proposed approach and methodology for undertaking the assignment.

•    Examples of previous work related to undertaking assignment
•    A work plan with detailed milestones and key deliverables/activities
•    List of work assignments and/or THREE (03) contacts as references – to be filled and returned to UNESCO as part of the submission.

2-A Financial proposal  in US dollars. Any travel and subsistence requirements should be indicated separately. Please design the payment scheme against a clear and specific set of deliverables and milestones as reflected in the work plan.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview.

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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