Consultancy Support the Coordination & Implementation of Educational Assessment Initiatives in Haiti

The consultancy provides technical and administrative support to UNESCO Santiago and LLECE in coordinating, managing, and implementing educational assessment initiatives in Haiti. The role involves coordinating project activities, monitoring progress, managing stakeholders, and supporting procurement and reporting processes to strengthen Haiti's National Educational Assessment System.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, operational, and administrative support to UNESCO Santiago and LLECE in coordinating and implementing regional projects and initiatives, including the National Learning Assessment in Reading and Mathematics in Haiti, Haiti’s participation in ERCE 2030, and other activities related to the implementation of ERCE 2030.
• Coordinate the implementation of the project and support the planning, monitoring, and delivery of activities and outputs, ensuring alignment with the agreed cooperation framework and LLECE guidelines, as well as the timely achievement of the project’s objectives.
• Monitor project implementation against agreed work plans, milestones, timelines and deliverables, identifying potential risks and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate the technical, operational and administrative activities of the project among the different institutions involved, including UNESCO, the Ministry of Education, implementing partners and other relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate procurement and contracting processes required for the implementation of the project, including the selection and management of implementing partners, consultants and service providers, in accordance with UNESCO’s rules and procedures.
• Contribute to the work and deliverables of the consultants and technical experts hired as part of the project, with the goal of guiding them in accordance with what has been defined.
• Participate in coordination meetings with UNESCO, the Ministry of Education, implementing partners and other stakeholders, fostering effective communication and collaboration among all parties.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, technical reports, progress updates, presentations and other documentation required for the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the project.
• Support the organization and logistical coordination of workshops, meetings, missions and other activities carried out under the project, including those related to capacity development initiatives.
• Contribute to the preparation and consolidation of project reports and supporting documentation, ensuring their quality and consistency for internal and external reporting.
• Perform any other duties as required by the needs of UNESCO Santiago.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Education, or a related field, preferably with a focus on public management or public policy in the education sector (e.g., sociology, political science, social work, education, engineering, business administration, or related fields).
• At least five years of relevant experience in the field of education in Latin American and Caribbean countries.
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination, implementation and monitoring, including the coordination of activities with multiple stakeholders.
• Previous experience in a Project Management Assistant, Project Coordinator or similar role.
• Strong organizational, coordination, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• High level of initiative, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Experience in preparing technical documents, reports, and project-related documentation.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and high standards of professional ethics.
• Excellent command of French, Spanish, and English, both written and spoken.
• An advanced university degree (master degree or equivalent) in Social Sciences, Project Management, Public Policy, Education or similar would be an asset.
• Experience working in large-scale assessments and educational studies.
• Experience working in Haiti.
• Experience working with UNESCO or the United Nations system would be an asset.

Skills

• Project Coordination
• Project Implementation
• Project Monitoring
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Technical Report Preparation
• Educational Assessment
• Educational Studies
• Policy Analysis
• Social Sciences Expertise
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Project Management
• Procurement Support
• Bilingual Communication
• Experience in Haiti
• Experience in Latin America and Caribbean
• Experience with UNESCO
• Experience with UN System

Languages

French, Spanish, English