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Under the overall direction of the Chief of Education, the Education Specialist will provide technical expertise and management support to girls’ education outputs. S/he will support UNICEF Afghanistan Country Office, the Education Cluster, Education Strategic Thematic Working Group (basic human needs), and civil society to design and implement alternative learning pathways for girls in light of the complex and dynamic operating environment in Afghanistan.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
1. Advisory services and technical support
2. Programme development, management, and quality assurance
3. Research, learning, and knowledge management
4. Advocacy and networking
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: JD/TOR - Education Specialist (Girls Education), P4, Kabul
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Minimum requirements:
Education:
- An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: education, public administration, international relations, social sciences, or any other relevant studies.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of eight years of professional experience in education program planning, management, and research. Experience of working in emergency and crisis contexts with a focus on girls’ education and demonstrate expertise in gender-responsive education program particularly related to girls’ education.
- Relevant experience of working in an emergency context is important
Desirable Assets:
- Proven experience advancing girls' education in humanitarian and development contexts, with strong awareness of donor priorities, particularly those of the World Bank and Asian Development Bank.
- In-depth understanding of safeguarding and child protection in education, applying a gender-sensitive approach.
- Skilled in donor funding mechanisms (traditional and non-traditional), with hands-on experience in project design, implementation, and management; prior engagement with international financial institutions (IFIs) is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated success in advocacy for girls' education in politically sensitive or complex environments, and in delivering targeted programmes for out-of-school girls, with a clear grasp of their unique vulnerabilities.
- Solid foundation in education programming, with expertise in monitoring & evaluation and research methodologies.
- Technical know-how in alternative education models, digital/hybrid learning solutions, and skills development, especially in collaboration with the private sector.
- Strong capacity to collaborate across sectors, engaging UN agencies, development partners, and civil society organizations effectively.
- Good understanding of inclusive education programming, promoting equitable learning outcomes for both girls and boys.
- Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.
- Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in English is required, and local languages (Dari & Pashto) is an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
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The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others
(8) Nurtures, leads and manages people
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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.
According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.
Remarks:
As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.
UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.
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Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.
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