Strategic Advisor for TEP Implementation Support (Sudan)
OVERVIEW
International Consultant - Strategic Advisor for TEP Implementation Support (Sudan)
Parent Sector : Education, UNESCO Sudan Office
Duty Station: Remote with potential travel to Cairo and Sudan (subject to conditions)
Type of contract : Non-Staff
Duration of contract : October 2025 – April 2026 (Deliverable-based)
Recruitment open to : External Candidates
Application Deadline : 08 October 2025, midnight Paris time
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
BACKGROUND
UNESCO, as the Coordinating Agency for the Sudan Local Education Group (LEG), is supporting the implementation of Sudan’s Transitional Education Plan (TEP) 2025–2027, endorsed by partners as the strategic framework for bridging humanitarian and development priorities in the education sector.
As Sudan enters the implementation phase of the TEP, there is a need for high-level technical support to strengthen coordination mechanisms, enhance monitoring and evaluation systems, and ensure quality reporting and stakeholder engagement.
The full TEP is available at the following link:
https://www.globalpartnership.org/content/transitional-education-plan-2025-2027-sudan
PURPOSE OF ASSIGNMENT
UNESCO seeks to engage a Strategic Advisor to provide expert support to the TEP implementation process. The consultant will deliver technical advice, facilitate stakeholder coordination, contribute to monitoring frameworks, and support key national and sub-national review processes. The work will be conducted in close collaboration with UNESCO Sudan, and national stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct stakeholder mapping and provide analysis to support TEP coordination.
- Support the organization and facilitation of the TEP launch and awareness events.
- Lead the drafting of the TEP Mid-Year and Annual Implementation Reports.
- Design and facilitate two in-person TEP review workshops in coordination with the LEG.
- Provide technical advisory services on the TEP M&E framework and reporting systems.
- Contribute to the work of the LEG Research Group, including review of research concepts.
- Ensure alignment of deliverables with TEP priorities and the LEG work plan.
EXPECTED DELIVERABLES AND TIMELINE
- Stakeholder Mapping and Analytical Brief
- Support to TEP Launch Events
- Midyear TEP Report
- TEP Review Workshop & LEG October Meeting
- Technical Inputs on TEP M&E System
- Advisory Support to Research Group
- 2025 Annual TEP Implementation Report
- Facilitation of March/April 2026 LEG Review Meeting
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COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
Accountability (C)
Communication (C)
Innovation (C)
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
Planning and organizing (C)
Results focus (C)
Teamwork (C)
Professionalism (C)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced university degree in education, development studies, public policy, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in education planning, sector coordination, or program implementation in crisis-affected or transitional settings.
- Demonstrated expertise in policy analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and donor reporting.
- Proven facilitation and communication skills, with ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Familiarity with the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) processes and Education in Emergencies frameworks is an asset.
- Familiarity with the education sector in Sudan is an asset.
- Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should complete the on-line application, download and complete the Employment History form (Word file). At the end of the Word file, insert extra pages/upload the following required information:
- CV highlighting relevant experience.
- Technical proposal outlining approach to the assignment.
- Financial proposal (lump sum, inclusive of all costs).
- List of 2–3 references from previous similar assignments.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.
The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as an interview.
UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.
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