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Programme Officer (Education)
UNESCOProgramme Officer (Education)
Perks & benefits
Annual LeaveFamily Medical InsurancePaid Leave
Requirements
Master's degree in education or social sciences, 4+ years relevant work experience, 2+ years international experience preferred, Experience in TVET or digital transformation, Proficiency in English
Skills
Project Management
About the role
Responsibilities
- Design, plan, coordinate, implement, and monitor education programmes in the Asia-Pacific region.
- Support programme implementation by ensuring quality achievement of outputs and managing project work plans.
- Oversee procurement of goods and services and manage implementation of contracts and service quality.
- Monitor and evaluate programme implementation, including financial status and budget revisions.
- Prepare technical, analytical, and financial reports for UNESCO, donors, and partners.
- Liaise with governments, international stakeholders, and national counterparts to align programmes with education sector reforms.
- Support resource mobilization efforts in higher education, TVET, and digital transformation.
Requirements
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in education, social sciences, international development, or a related field.
- At least four years of relevant work experience in education.
- At least two years of experience acquired at the international level in technical assistance and project management.
- Proven experience in education-related programmes, specifically TVET, skills development, higher education, or digital transformation.
- Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Strong project management skills, including results-based management and financial monitoring.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AI in education and emerging digital transformation trends.
- Knowledge of another UN language.
Benefits
- Competitive annual starting salary of approximately 96,159 USD.
- 30 days of annual leave.
- Access to family allowance, medical insurance, and a pension plan.
About the Company
UNESCO is a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to building peace through international cooperation in education, the sciences, and culture. The Regional Office in Bangkok supports Member States in the Asia-Pacific region to provide equitable, inclusive, and quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all.
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