ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
UNESCO is the United Nations specialized agency for education and leads global efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) on inclusive, equitable, and quality education and lifelong learning for all. In Pakistan, UNESCO works closely with the federal and provincial governments to strengthen education systems through policy development, institutional capacity building, teacher development, curriculum reform, education planning, and evidence-based decision-making. Recognizing the growing impacts of climate change on education, UNESCO is implementing the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) Funded Climate Smart Education Systems Initiative (CSESI) in partnership with UNESCO International Institute of Education Planning (UNESCO-IIEP) and Save the Children, being the consortium partners to support the national and provincial stakeholders to integrate climate resilience, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction into education policies, planning, curricula, teaching and learning practices, and institutional systems. The initiative aims to strengthen the resilience of Pakistan's education sector by equipping institutions, educators, and learners with the knowledge, skills, and systems needed to respond effectively to current and future climate-related challenges.
The Project Coordination Officer will support the overall coordination and implementation of the CSESI in Pakistan, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of project activities in close collaboration with the UNESCO HQ and UNESCO IIEP, National and Provincial Local Education Groups (LEGs) Education Departments, development partners, and other key stakeholders. The incumbent will coordinate project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, while ensuring compliance with UNESCO's programme management, administrative, and financial procedures.
Long Description
Under the overall authority of the UNESCO Country Representative in Pakistan, direct supervision of the Head of Education, and in close coordination with the UNESCO HQ team and UNESCO-IIEP team, the Project Coordination Officer will play a key role in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of the Climate-Smart Education programme. The role involves coordination for stakeholder engagement and organization of workshops, and managing contracts and finances, in close consultation with the Administrative Officer of UNESCO Islamabad Office and ensuring compliance with GPE guidelines and UNESCO procedures, as well as addressing risks proactively to prevent delays or inefficiencies. The position also requires travel to field, in line with Organization's mission policy, to facilitate the organisation of workshops and coordination with stakeholders. By producing quality reports, the officer ensures transparency and accountability while supporting evidence-based decision-making.
MAIN TASKS AND SERVICES
* Project Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
* Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of CSESI activities in accordance with the approved work plan.
* Maintain regular communication and follow-up with government counterparts, consortium partners, consultants, and other stakeholders.
* Coordinate and participate in regular internal UNESCO and meetings with UNESCO-IIEP and Save the Children to facilitate communication, monitor progress, and ensure effective collaboration among partners and follow-up on agreed decisions and action points.
* Facilitate coordination among national and international partners to ensure timely implementation of agreed actions.
* Consolidate, review, and disseminate project documents, technical inputs, and stakeholder feedback as requested by UNESCO HQ or IIEP when relevant.
2. Organization of Technical Meetings and Workshops
* Plan and coordinate the logistical and administrative arrangements for technical meetings, workshops, consultations, and missions in close consultation with the Administrative Officer of UNESCO Islamabad Office and in line with Organization's mission policy.
* Prepare participant packages, meeting documentation, agendas, presentations, and other resource materials.
* Liaise with venues, service providers, participants, and partners to ensure the smooth organization of CSESI workshops, consultation and other events in consultation with the Administrative Officer of UNESCO Islamabad Office.
* Provide on-site coordination and administrative support during workshops and technical meetings.
* Prepare meeting reports, summaries, and records of key decisions and recommendations.
For complete job description and to apply, visit:
https://careers.unesco.org/job/Islamabad-PROJECT-COORDINATION-OFFICER-%28Education%29Service-Contract/1366682857/
HOW TO APPLY:
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.
To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website (https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl?locale=en_GB). No modifications can be made to the application once submitted.
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