National Project Officer - Research
OVERVIEW
Post Number : 4INEDPA049GI
Grade : NO-C
Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)
Duty Station: New Delhi
Job Family: Education
Type of contract : Project Appointment
Duration of contract : 1 year
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 18-OCT-2024
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Duration of Contract is one (1) year, with the possibility of an extension subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply for this position.
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP) is UNESCO’s first category 1 institute in the Asia and the Pacific region focusing on achieving the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4.7 towards education to foster peaceful and sustainable societies. The Institute is a leader in the conceptualization, design, and implementation of global and regional research projects and educational programs designed to inform policy, raise awareness, and foster the development of knowledge and skills of critical importance for the promotion of peace and sustainable development.
Toward achieving its mandate, MGIEP is systematically evaluating the effectiveness and impact of all of its projects and programs. With this objective, it is now conducting, or planning to conduct, a large number of empirical evaluation studies aimed at assessing the effectiveness of its online courses and in-person workshops. In particular, the MGIEP conducts pre- and post-program assessments of learning outcomes, longer-term follow-up surveys, pre- and post-program classroom observational studies, and experimental studies. aimed at rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of the programs and providing insights for their continuous improvement.
For this purpose, MGIEP seeks to recruit a National Project Officer (Research) to contribute to this line of empirical evaluation of the Institute’s research programs using state-of-the-art scientific designs, instruments, and analytic techniques to provide valid, reliable, and actionable insights.
Under the direct supervision of the Research Officer and overall guidance of the Director of the Institute, the incumbent will serve as the National Project Officer (Research) and will carry out the following tasks and responsibilities:
Long Description
Research
- Design, develop, and implement evaluation research studies to test the effectiveness of MGIEP’s online courses.
- Design, develop, and implement evaluation research studies to test the effectiveness of MGIEP’s in-person workshops and hybrid (online and in-person) educational programs.
- Contribute to the development of the institute’s evaluation and monitoring framework.
- Use robust scientific methodologies, both quantitative and qualitative, in all aspects of research studies.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of new measurement instruments and research designs.
- Prepare study reports and disseminate research findings in a format appropriate for key stakeholders, including government officials, educational practitioners, and academic researchers.
Long Description
Co-ordination and Management
- Supervise junior research staff directly implementing research projects and promptly inform management of project status, implement agreed courses of action and propose risk mitigation measures.
- Act professionally and constructively with all colleagues and external partners and stakeholders.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- An advanced university degree (Master’s Degree) in psychology, education, research methods, the science of learning, behavioral sciences, or a related field.
Work Experience
- At least 4 years of experience related to empirical research in the areas of education, teaching, curriculum development, pedagogy, technology, social and emotional learning, sciences of learning.
- Experience in program evaluation research, measurement, evaluation and learning (MEL) studies or similar types of evaluation and monitoring research studies, particularly in areas related to education.
- Experience working on international projects.
- Experience in publishing empirical research work in peer-reviewed publications.
Skills and competencies
- Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret complex information to make informed decisions.
- Excellent knowledge of comprehensive research, interpretation, and data analysis skills.
- Knowledge of research methods and various intermediate and advanced data analytic techniques.
- Ability to get things done under agreed-upon timelines while exercising good judgment and ensuring rigorous quality standards.
- Ability to take responsibility for the outcomes of program delivery and facilitate improvement and innovation in the delivery of products and services.
- Excellent written and communication skills. Experience in writing for different target audiences, in different formats, and in independent settings.
- Ability to listen, adapt, persuade, and transform and create confidence among stakeholders by delivering authoritative positions, compelling analysis, and contextual acumen.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English and Hindi.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Ph.D. desirable in psychology, education, research methods, the science of learning, behavioral sciences, or a related field.
Work Experience
- Experience in leading and/or participating in evaluation studies is a major asset.
- Experience in educational research.
- International experience in research.
- An H-Index of 3 and above is an asset.
Languages
- Working knowledge of another UNESCO language (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish).
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is INR 4,091,427.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.
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 a competency-based 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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