Iraq: Associate Project Officer, SC

Title:

Associate Project Officer

Domain:

Education Unit: Prevention of Violent Extremism through Education (PVE-E) Projects in Mosul, Nineveh

Position Number:

BAG-19-ED-0001

Organizational Unit:

UNESCO Office for Iraq

Duty Station:

Iraq – Erbil

Type of contract:

Service Contract through third party (UN Ref. NO-A)

Duration of contract:

5 months extendable (3 months initial contract as probationary period)

Annual salary:

USD 44,214 (Social Security included)

Deadline (midnight, Amman time)**:**

10 April 2019

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

Overview of the functions of the position

Under the guidance of the Associate Project Officer (based in Erbil) and the supervision of the Senior Project Officer (based in Baghdad), and the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Office for Iraq and UNESCO Representative to Iraq (based in Baghdad), the candidate will be based in Erbil and 2-3 days a week commute to Mosul. S/he will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of the following projects in Mosul;

The pilot project “Prevention of Violent Extremism through Education (PVE-E) in government primary schools in Mosul, Nineveh”, funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, aims to develop the more immediate capacity of teachers, through contextualized curriculum inputs and training to foster primary school learners’ resilience to violent extremism and strengthen their commitments to non-violence and peace. The project aims to pilot PVE-E training material through training of trainers (TOT) and training of teachers to implement appropriate educational and pedagogical strategies in primary schools in Mosul.

The project “Voices of the children of Old Mosul : the rehabilitation and management of primary schools in historic urban context emerging from conflict”, funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, aims to pilot a participatory approach to designing a selected primary school in Mosul for rehabilitation and take a holistic approach to the prevention of violent extremism in primary education with the provision of training to support the four key elements that influence the experience of children's learning: parents, teachers, school principals and school policies and procedures. Overall the project’s objective is to promote and foster tolerance and peaceful coexistence in a school setting and the wider community, contributing to long term reductions in violent extremism.

S/he will also assist in the planning and implementation of other UNESCO education projects in Iraq, if necessary.

The incumbent of the position will be responsible for:

1. Liaison with national and international stakeholders in the implementation of project activities in the targeted governorates (including but not limited to Nineveh, Erbil, Baghdad):

a. Maintaining regular contact and facilitating communication, coordination and programme reviews with relevant ministries and governmental departments, implementing partners, service providers, other UN agencies, non-government organizations and other stakeholders;

b. Liaising and coordinating with national and international stakeholders to obtain maximum benefit and efficient use of resources in the implementation of project activities and avoid duplication of efforts;

c. Monitoring all PVE, PTA, PSS, school rehabilitation/restoration and other project related initiatives in the targeted governorates and providing regular updates;

d. Representing UNESCO in relevant meetings and coordination groups and facilitating communication by taking minutes, providing interpretation and translating relevant documents.

1. Support to project activities’ planning, implementation, and administrative follow up:

a. Contributing to development and effective execution of the Project’s work plan and log frame;

b. Providing technical support and assistance to UNESCO, stakeholders and partners in the planning, management, and implementation of programme / projects activities;

c. Supervising the organization of program events, such as workshops, training, missions, etc. including preparing agendas, documents and reach-out material, identifying venues and services, organizing travels of participants, ensuring interpretation and translation;

d. Providing support in drafting the terms of reference, ensuring follow-up of the contracting and ensuring timely submission of compliant supporting documents for payments for consultants and institutions;

e. Contributing to prepare budgets for activities and assisting in the monitoring of expenditures and in the preparation of budget revisions;

f. Coordinating with the Finance and Administration Unit on timely delivery of assistance activities, as well as requesting disbursement of funds and payments;

g. Drafting internal memos, official correspondence, press-notes, web site, and other outreach activities;

h. Coordinating and reviewing translation with outsourced translators and providing feedback for improvement. If applicable follow-up finalisation of timely printing and dissemination of material for trainings, workshops, etc.;

i. Receiving and screening all internal and external communications, and attaching necessary background information for review by supervisors;

j. Maintaining the project/s records and reference files.

1. Support to project activities’ monitoring, evaluation and reporting:

a. Conducting regular visits to project activities and with project partners to monitor progress and evaluate results and impact;

b. Providing technical support on monitoring project activities, as well as the development, implementation and progress tracking of the project action work plan;

c. Providing appropriate administrative follow-up actions to ensure effective application of monitoring and reporting tools;

d. Contributing to the periodic narrative and financial progress reports to donors on project implementation, including the development of monthly internal projects updates and reports, as well as periodic or ad-hoc analytical narrative reports e.g. for steering committee meetings;

e. Contributing to the design, development and maintenance of databases and other information systems.

1. Performing any other duties as required by the office.

Competencies

A successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

Core Competencies

Accountability

Communication

Teamwork

Innovation

Results focus

Planning and organizing

Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

For detailed information please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework

Required qualifications

Education

· Advanced university degree (equivalent to Masters) in Education, Civil Engineering, Business administration, management, or any other related field.

Work Experience

Minimum four years of relevant experience that include but are not limited to:

· Peace Education and educational training programming in conflict/post-conflict contexts;

· Knowledge of UNESCO’s (or other UN agency’s) education work in a conflict/post-conflict country

· Supporting education reform projects and/or major donor funded education projects.

· Preferably knowledge of Prevention of Violent Extremism through Education (PVE-E) approach, Global Citizenship Education (GCED) and/or Peace Education

Skills and competencies

· Good knowledge of project planning and management tools;

· Good IT skills;

· Strong facilitation skills and communication skills;

· integrity and drive for results;

· Ability to adapt to dynamic environments and to work effectively in a multicultural/multinational environment;

· Good judgment and decision-making skills;

· Ability to work independently and in a team;

· Ability to meet deadlines and punctual at work;

· Commitment to UN values of non-discrimination on the basis of race, gender, economic status, or religion.

Languages

· Arabic Language Native Speaker;

· Excellent English, both oral and written.

Assessment

An assessment exercise may be used in the evaluation of candidates

How to apply

Interested candidates should complete the attached UNESCO CV with a covering letter in English explaining their interest in the position and forward it electronically to the following e-mail address: recruitment.bag@unesco.org

Please indicate the position and vacancy number you are applying for. Incomplete UNESCO CV will not be processed.

Applications can also be received via fax only if internet access is not available to apply online. A completed official UNESCO CV form (available from the UNESCO home page) should be sent to fax number: +962-6-5928456.

Interested and suitable candidates should ensure that their application is submitted on or before 10 April 2019 (Midnight, Amman time).

Due to the large number of applications received, only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Benefits and entitlements

The candidate shall be offered a Service Contract with a gross salary of approximately USD 44,214 per annum (Social Security included).

The initial contract will be for a probationary period of 3 months renewable subject to satisfactory service; and contingent on the availability of funding;

Other benefits include 2.5 days per month annual leave.

Please note that UNESCO is a no-smoking Organization.