Individual Consultant - Coordination, Reporting and Knowledge Management

OVERVIEW

Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station: Yangon

Job Family: Education

Type of contract : Non Staff

Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Duty Station Time) : 15-Oct-2025

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

1. BACKGROUND

Through funding provided by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) System Capacity Grant (SCG), UNESCO will support consolidated reporting, risk oversight and information sharing to facilitate structured, cohesive coordination for an upcoming US$ 18.11 million joint education programme. The programme will be implemented by five (5) Grant Agents (GAs), including UN agencies and an International NGO, with operations in Myanmar. Implementation of activities under this new programme will work towards the attainment of the undermentioned strategic objectives: 
•    Strategic Objective 1: Safe and equitable access to learning for children and youth in Myanmar
•    Strategic Objective 2: Quality teaching/learning for all children and youth in Myanmar
•    Strategic Objective 3: Systems strengthening, management, coordination and monitoring
In the development of this new programme, GAs agreed to appoint a Coordinating Agency (UNESCO) for this new education programme based on lessons learned from previous GPE programs in Myanmar – for example, the Education Cannot Wait/Multi-Year Resilience Programme (ECW/MYRP) and the Education Sector Program Implementation Grant (ESPIG) – which underscore the importance of structured co-ordination in streamlining efforts, optimizing collaboration, and facilitating decision-making. Given the number of GAs involved as well as the complexity and scope of the programme, GAs have agreed that the most effective model is that of a dedicated Coordinating Agency. The Coordinating Agency will accordingly focus on harmonized planning, consolidated reporting, monitoring of progress, and effective communication among the GAs.

2. PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The Individual Specialist is sought to support UNESCO’s role as Coordinating Agency for this new education programme that will be funded by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE). This includes, facilitating coordination, communication, joint planning, consolidated MEAL reporting and knowledge management among all Grant Agents and with key stakeholders. Additionally, the Individual Specialist will ensure streamlined implementation and strategic coherence across the new education programme, thereby maximizing the collective impact of all GAs. 

4. TIMETABLE AND DELIVERABLES

The Individual Specialist will submit the following deliverables within the designated timeline. All deliverables must be submitted with original, editable files, as well as high-resolution versions of final products (if applicable) to UNESCO. The assigned tasks must be submitted by the following deadlines. 

5. Location and Travel

The consultant may be required to travel on missions directly related to projects and implementation during the assignment. The consultant should travel economy class and receive DSA at the standard rate (and which should be reduced, as necessary, when the number of days of DSA exceeds the limits stipulated in the table of rates published by ICSC). DSA is only payable to individuals carrying out assignments away from their usual place of residence or work. The consultant is expected to make her/his own travel arrangements and should be provided with a lump sum to cover travel-related expenses in accordance with UNESCO rules and regulations. Travel-related expenses (e.g. the cost of tickets, terminal fares and DSA) must be fixed and agreed between the parties.

6. COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

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7. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Education

Advanced University degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Education, Economics, Public Policy, Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or other related fields.  

Work Experience

Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in the field of education planning and management, as well as monitoring and evaluation.

Skills/Competencies

•    Excellent project management, coordination and organizational skills.
•    Good analytical and problem-solving skills. 
•    Strong and demonstrated experience in developing annual reports and other programme documents such as work plans and risk management matrices. 
•    Proven ability to work efficiently, under pressure, and in a multi-cultural environment. 
•    Strong technical skills relating to education programme coordination. 

Languages

Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken). 

8. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience

•    Work experience with the UN or other inter-governmental organizations in relevant fields.
•    Familiar with Myanmar’s education landscape and context, including knowledge on the existing education programmes and projects in the country.
•    Prior experience working in education development in the Asia-Pacific Region.
•    Good knowledge of the Myanmar country context.
•    Knowledge of education in emergencies.
•    Familiarity with GPE governance structures.

Skills/Competencies 

•    Good leadership and teamwork with excellent managerial skills.

9. Application Process

Interested candidates should click on “Apply Now” and complete the Employment History form (Word document) in "Employment History Form/My Documents." Before uploading the document, at the end of the Word document, please insert extra pages with the following required information. Upload all documents as a single PDF document in place of the Employment History Form.

a) A cover letter (in English) and clearly referencing how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the assignment; 
b) An up-to-date CV, with contact details including telephone numbers and email address, including the contact details of three referees; and
c) A technical proposal (in English) that details the approach and methodology for carrying out the assignment (maximum, 4 A-4 pages)
d) A financial proposal that outlines the proposed daily or monthly rates to be charged for the assignment, which should be quoted in USD. Travel expenses should be drawn up separately as part of the financial proposal.

UNESCO places great emphasis on ensuring that the objectives of the work assignment, as described in the Terms of Reference, are met. Accordingly, in evaluating the proposals for the assignment, attention will focus first and foremost on the technical elements. From those proposals deemed suitable in terms of the criteria in the Terms of Reference, UNESCO shall select the proposal that offers the Organization the best value for money.  
Please note that only pre-selected candidates will be contacted.

Assessment

• Only applications providing the information requested in the application procedure will be considered.
• Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.

Note: 

• Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidate(s) about the outcome or status of the selection process.

10. 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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