Chief Education at UNICEF

How can you make a difference? 

• Under the overall guidance of the Deputy Representative, the Chief of Education is accountable for the development, design, planning, implementation, and management of the Education Programme within the country programme.
• As Head of Section, s/he leads a group of professional and support staff to develop and manage the education programme in collaboration with other programme sectors, and with government and key development partners.
• S/he is accountable for the overall quality of the programme design and for ensuring that it is effectively and efficiently managed and monitored.

 Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Managerial leadership
• Programme development and planning
• Programme management, monitoring, and quality control of results.
• Advisory services and technical support
• Advocacy, networking, and partnership building Innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building

Technical Competencies:

• In-depth understanding of the overall global development context.
• Extensive knowledge of global developments in education and international engagement strategies.
• Strong ability to undertake policy dialogue.
• Strong education sector planning knowledge/ability.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

The following minimum requirements: 

• Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields: education, economics, psychology, sociology, or another relevant technical field.
• Work Experience: At least A minimum of ten years of professional experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education at the international level is required.
• Skills: A minimum of ten years of professional experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education at the international level is required.
• Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
• Familiarity/ background with emergencies is considered an asset.