VN/HR-2013/13 INCLUSIVE SECONDARY EDUCATION OFFICER

UNICEF ANKARA OFFICE
VN/HR-2013/13
INCLUSIVE SECONDARY EDUCATION OFFICER
JOB PROFILE
Vacancy Code: VN/HR-2013/13
Job Title: Inclusive Secondary Education Officer
Job location: Ankara, Turkey
Type of Contract: Fixed Term – NOB (Post is available only for Turkish Citizens)
Duration of Assignment: Fixed term contract, initially is for two years. Extension is subject to
availability of funding source and requirement of the country programme operations.
Supervised by: Chief of Child Development and Education Programme P4
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Accountable for professional technical contribution to the inclusive secondary education
programmes/projects design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis and
progress reporting. Commitment for enhancement of gender-sensitive teamwork and capacity building, in
support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and
strategy.
KEY END – RESULTS
1. Accurate, complete and up-to-date information made available for effective budget preparation,
programme and project design, implementation, management and evaluation in a gender-specific
framework.
2. Project efficiency and effectiveness enhanced through effective implementation follow-on,
including with all implementing partners.
3. Progress reports and project work plans timely prepared, and effective technical assistance
provided: in sharing them with key partners, in the identification of required supplies and
equipment, and in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project
documentation.
4. Appropriateness and completeness of financial and supply documentation as well as adherence to
established allotments ensured.
5. Knowledge sharing with donors, media and all stakeholders promoted with an emphasis on gender
and equity.
6. Effective communication and networking achieved through strategic partnership and collaboration,
and coordination among Education system actors strengthened.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS
1. Programme/Project Management
Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective -
Inclusive Secondary Education programme and project design, implementation, management,
monitoring and evaluation, including gender disaggregation. Draft sound Education programme
budgets for review by the supervisor, and provide support for sharing the information with relevant
partners.
2. Project Efficiency and Effectiveness
Enhance project efficiency and effectiveness through implementation follow-on activities with various
partners, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply and nonsupply
assistance and Secondary Education project status.
3. Work Plan and Project Documentation
Analyze collected data and information and prepare progress reports including monitoring and
reporting indicators by gender; draft changes in Inclusive Secondary Education program work plans and
assist in identification of required supplies and equipment as well as in the drafting of Country
Programme Recommendation and other project documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with
established rules, regulations and plans of action; and provide support for consultation with partners as
required on planning and implementation of Country Programme activities.
4. Project Implementation Information and Data
Ensure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that Inclusive
Secondary Education program expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the
project information and database (e.g., FLS, -VISION/SAP). Follow up on queries, including with and
by partners, or initiate corrective action on discrepancies.
5. Knowledge Management
Knowledge management effectively promoted through drafting key Inclusive Secondary Education
programme documents and reports, sharing good practice, lessons learned, and knowledge/information
exchange. Compile Inclusive Secondary Education program implementation training and orientation
materials to promote knowledge sharing with the regional office and headquarters, donors, media and
all Turkey based stakeholders.
6. Communication and Networking
Ensure the effective communication and networking developed and maintained through partnership and
collaboration.
Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues
or discrepancies in financial or supply management, and provide support for orientation and training of
Government counterparts and all UNICEF implementing partners in UNICEF financial and supply
policies and procedures.
Team with central and district level national Government counterparts to exchange information on
Inclusive Secondary Education program implementation and status as well as movement and
distribution of supplies. Supports coordination with members of the development community, including

NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to Inclusive Secondary
Education sector.
QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES
1. Education
University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Education; Secondary
Education, Economics, Social Sciences, or a field(s) relevant to international development
assistance.
2. Work experience
Two years of professional work experience at national and international levels relevant Education
programmes. Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an
asset.
Background in youth & adolescent programme an asset.
3. Language Proficiency
Fluency in English and Turkish.
4. Competency Profile
i) Core Values
• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity
ii) Core Competencies
• Communication [ II ]
• Working with People [ I ]
• Drive for Results [ I ]
iii)Functional Competencies
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ I ]
• Analyzing [ II]
• Applying Technical Expertise [ II ]
• Learning and Researching [ II]
• Planning and Organizing [ II ]

iv) Technical Knowledge
a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required
• Essential professional knowledge of Secondary Education/Basic Education/Youth
empowerment programmes.
• Essential Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in areas of: Secondary
Education; Primary Education, Youth empowerment, Economics, Social Sciences.
• Gender and diversity awareness
b) Common Technical Knowledge Required
Knowledge of theories and practices in:
• Programme/project management in Education
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Training and Capacity Development in Education • Inclusive Secondary Education
• Curriculum Development
• Youth Empowerment
• Knowledge Management
• Out of School
General knowledge of:
• Methodology of programme/project management
• Education Programmatic goals, policies and strategies
• Knowledge of global secondary education issues, specifically relating to out of school
adolescents
• UNICEF policies and strategy to address inclusive education issues.
• UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.
• Rights-based and Results-based programming in UNICEF.
• Equity-based programming in UNICEF.
• UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.
• Mid-Term Strategic Plan
• UNICEF Board endorsed policy papers (e.g. The Education Strategy)
• Gender equality and equity focus
c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced
• Government development plans and policies

• Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes
• UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses.
• UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions
• UN security operations and guidelines.
• UNICEF strategic framework for partnerships and collaborative relationships.
UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and
without discrimination of persons with disabilities. Well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to
send their information.
Office is a non-smoking working environment. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, Cv, UN
P11 form and recent PER (Performance Evaluation Report) if any to turkeyrecruitment@unicef.org latest
by 28.08.2013. Pls indicate ref. of the vacancy on your email’s subject line. Only short listed candidates
who are to be invited for interview will be contacted