Project Assistant – Literacy Vacancy Job Ref: VACUNESCO1831-36

**SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS OF THE POST**

The digital literacy project for women traders has been implemented by UNESCO in partnership with Nestlé and the Ministry of National Education and Literacy (MENA) since 2017. Phase 7 concerns a new training cycle for 400 new learners from three markets in the commune of Yopougon: Niangon Sud, Nouveau Quartier, in the commune of Abobo and that of Koumassi.

This is the expansion of the successful phases of previous pilot projects. To do this, literacy teachers were recruited and trained by UNESCO to provide literacy classes to the women traders who benefit from the project.

The project assistant will be responsible for helping to implement the various activities and tasks related to the project throughout its implementation period. Also, under the authority of the UNESCO Representative and Head of Office in Abidjan, the overall supervision of the Education Sector Manager and the direct supervision of the literacy project coordinator, the assistant will be responsible for helping to implement the functional literacy project for women traders through digital technology.

The assistant is responsible for carrying out the following tasks: – Provide support to the Literacy Project Coordinator in monitoring design and implementation activities;

\- Contribute to strengthening the capacities of trainers in functional literacy through digital technology in collaboration with the Project Coordinator;

\- Develop training modules, plan capacity-building sessions for literacy teachers and monitor their activities in literacy centers, taking into account the defined objectives;

\- Participate in the development of draft terms of reference for the various training workshops, in accordance with UNESCO procedures and help to hold these workshops on the one hand and, on the other hand, provide support for the organization of training workshops for supervisors, beneficiaries and other project stakeholders and write reports on the various activities;

\- Organize, with the Communication Section, information activities requiring the support of the media and the press in its diversity;

\- Contribute to the development of terms of reference for service providers in accordance with UNESCO procedures, initiate contracts and monitor them until payment;

\- Provide technical and logistical support for the organization of meetings with stakeholders in the implementation of the project and other activities concerning the literacy section;

\- Participate in the awareness-raising, mobilization and popularization campaign on literacy in the project implementation areas; \- Collect and analyze monthly reports from trainers in the field;

\- Perform any other tasks or functions assigned by hierarchical superiors inherent in the execution of UNESCO projects and/or activities.

**COMPETENCES (Fundamental / Managerial)**

Responsibility (F) Communication (F) Innovation (F) Knowledge sharing and constant desire for improvement (F) Planning and organization (F) Results-oriented culture (F) Teamwork (F)

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education**

Hold at least a secondary, technical or vocational education diploma **Professional experience** Have at least 3 years of professional experience, including 2 in the field of adult education and especially literacy

**Skills**

Ability to work in the education sector and especially in the context of projects initiated and managed by United Nations agencies. **Languages** Excellent command of French (written, read and spoken) and good knowledge of English

**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education**

Hold a minimum undergraduate university degree (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the field of Education or other related field

**Professional experience**

At least 7 years of professional experience including 5 in the field of adult education and especially literacy **Skills** Have a very good knowledge in the field of adult education and especially in Literacy, Have extensive experience in the implementation of literacy projects in Côte d’Ivoire.

Be able to communicate easily Ability to work in a team Capacity for innovation in the field of educational project management

Be able to propose strategic plans for implementing literacy projects and be able to propose an evaluation strategy (after collection and analysis) with a view to improving existing techniques for implementing the literacy project for traders through ICT.

Have a results-oriented culture with a view to achieving the objectives set by the project specifically and by the education sector Have proven skills in planning and organizing work with a view to achieving results Be able to communicate on the results obtained. Plan for knowledge sharing with the entire team.

 **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS**

Please note that all candidates must complete an online application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO website [careers](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl). No changes can be made to the submitted application.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria of the vacancy announcement 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 evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and that candidates at the final selection stage will be subject to reference checks on the basis of the information provided. UNESCO recalls that the paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity.

UNESCO has a zero tolerance policy on harassment of any form. UNESCO is committed to achieving and maintaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution and gender parity among its staff in all categories and at all levels. Furthermore,

UNESCO is committed to achieving staff diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Applications from nationals of non- and under-represented Member States are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged. Persons from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities, are also encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Global mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking organization. Plan for knowledge sharing with the entire team

**SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** 

The assessment of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy announcement 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 of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and candidates at the final selection stage will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. UNESCO recalls that the paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity.

UNESCO has a zero-tolerance policy on harassment of any kind. UNESCO is committed to achieving and maintaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution and gender parity among its staff in all categories and at all levels. Furthermore,

UNESCO is committed to achieving staff diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Applications from nationals of non- and under-represented Member States) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged. Persons from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities, are also encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Global mobility is required for staff members appointed to international positions. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking organization. Plan for knowledge sharing with the entire team

**SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** 

The assessment of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy announcement 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 of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and candidates at the final selection stage will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. UNESCO recalls that the paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity.

UNESCO has a zero-tolerance policy on harassment of any kind. UNESCO is committed to achieving and maintaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution and gender parity among its staff in all categories and at all levels. Furthermore,

UNESCO is committed to achieving staff diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Applications from nationals of non- and under-represented Member States are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged. Persons from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities, are also encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Global mobility is required for staff members appointed to international positions. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking organization.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and that candidates at the final selection stage will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

UNESCO recalls that the paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. UNESCO has a zero tolerance policy on harassment of any kind.

UNESCO is committed to achieving and maintaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution and gender parity among its staff in all categories and at all levels. Furthermore,

UNESCO is committed to achieving staff diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Applications from nationals of non- and under-represented Member States are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged. Persons from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities, are also encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Global mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking organization. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and that candidates at the final selection stage will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

UNESCO recalls that the paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. UNESCO has a zero tolerance policy on harassment of any kind.

UNESCO is committed to achieving and maintaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution and gender parity among its staff in all categories and at all levels. Furthermore,

UNESCO is committed to achieving staff diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Applications from nationals of non- and under-represented Member States are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged.

Persons from minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities, are also encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Global mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.

Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking organization. UNESCO does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking organization.

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