Positions: Education Officer – UNICEF (Deadline June 2024)
Positions: Education Officer – UNICEF (Deadline June 2024)
Job Description: Education Officer (NO-1), Temporary Appointment, Chilpancingo, Guerrero, Mexico
Introduction
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, working tirelessly to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them reach their full potential. Our mission encompasses all stages of childhood, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development, fostering a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
Job no: 572238
Position type: Temporary Appointment
Location: Chilpancingo, Guerrero, Mexico
Division/Equivalent: Latin America and Caribbean Regional Office
School/Unit: Mexico
Department/Office: Mexico City, Mexico
Categories: Education
Our Mission in Guerrero
UNICEF has been active in Guerrero for several years, providing technical assistance and implementing multiple projects to improve educational and protection indicators in the state. In December 2021, we signed a framework agreement with the Guerrero state government to ensure the rights of children. This agreement includes emergency education in the context of COVID-19, prevention and response to violence against children and adolescents, indigenous education, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and school safety. This framework leads to a work plan with the Guerrero State Education Secretariat.
Additionally, UNICEF Mexico is responding to the emergency caused by Hurricane Otis, which affected the Guerrero coast on September 25. In collaboration with government institutions and civil society organizations, we are addressing the basic needs of children, adolescents, and their families. The goal is to enhance the education sector’s response capabilities through the design, implementation, and monitoring of a response, recovery, and reconstruction plan. This plan aims to ensure the right to education for children and adolescents in schools affected by the hurricane.
For more information on UNICEF’s work in Mexico, please visit UNICEF Mexico and our latest Annual Report 2022: Informe Anual 2022 UNICEF México.
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How You Can Make a Difference
The Education Officer will be based in Chilpancingo, Guerrero. The Officer will report to the Education Officer (NO-1) based in Mexico City for the planning and implementation of the education program in the state and will receive programmatic guidance. The Officer will also work closely with the Field Support Specialist (NO-3) for Guerrero for administrative and operational matters and orientation on the local context. Frequent missions throughout Guerrero will be required.
Responsibilities
1. Support to Programme Development and Planning
- Assist in the development and implementation of the education programme in Guerrero.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with UNICEF’s strategic objectives.
2. Programme Management, Monitoring, and Delivery of Results
- Monitor and evaluate program activities to ensure they are on track and achieving desired outcomes.
- Prepare regular reports on program progress and challenges.
3. Technical and Operational Support to Programme Implementation
- Provide technical support to partners and stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness.
- Address operational challenges to ensure smooth program delivery.
4. Networking and Partnership-Building
- Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, civil society organizations, and other partners.
- Facilitate collaboration and coordination among partners to achieve program goals.
5. Innovation, Knowledge Management, and Capacity Building
- Promote innovative approaches to enhance program outcomes.
- Share knowledge and best practices with partners and stakeholders to build their capacity.
Qualifications
Education
- University degree (Bachelor’s) in education, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum of one year of progressively responsible work experience in education, with proven experience supporting program activities.
- Experience working with diverse groups of stakeholders.
- Experience working in the state of Guerrero and with the public education system of Mexico is an advantage.
- Experience with UNICEF or other UN agencies is preferred.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in Spanish.
- Intermediate level of English is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced university degree (Master’s) in education or additional certificates relevant to the assignment.
- Proficient/fluent English.
Core Values and Competencies
UNICEF’s Core Values:
- Care
- Respect
- Integrity
- Trust
- Accountability
- Sustainability (CRITAS)
UNICEF Competencies:
- Builds and maintains partnerships
- Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
- Drive to achieve results for impact
- Innovates and embraces change
- Manages ambiguity and complexity
- Thinks and acts strategically
- Works collaboratively with others
Child Safeguarding
Child safeguarding involves proactive measures to limit risks of harm to children, arising from UNICEF’s work, personnel, or associates. This includes protection against physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, exploitation, neglect, and harmful cultural practices. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
Diversity and Inclusion
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or other personal characteristics.
We offer benefits such as paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged.
UNICEF does not charge any processing fees during recruitment and selection processes. Candidates will not be asked for bank account information at any stage. All shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Additional Information
- This position is based in Chilpancingo, Guerrero. Travel to the Mexico City office may be required.
- This is a national position; only candidates with Mexican nationality will be considered.
Advertised: May 31, 2024, Central Standard Time (Mexico)
Application Close: June 23, 2024, Central Standard Time (Mexico)
Apply now to make a difference in the lives of children in Guerrero and contribute to their education and well-being.
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