National Consultants (GEP3 State Output 1 Lead-Access) at UNICEF Nigeria (5 Positions)

UNICEF's mission in Nigeria is to help governments at all levels, organizations, communities and families provide every child with education, health, equality and protection.

UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of a suitable and qualified candidate to fill the below position:

Job Title: National Consultant (GEP3 State Output 1 Lead-Access)

Vacancy Number: VN-NGR-50-2014
Locations: Bauchi, Katsina, Niger, Sokoto and Zamfara (1 post per state)
Level: National Consultant
Contract Type: Short Service Agreement (SSA)
Duration: 11 months

Deliverables

• The consultant will ensure the effective implementation, coordination, and reporting of all activities under Output 1 of the Girls Education Project Phase 3 (GEP 3) in one of the respective GEP3 focus states according to the GEP3 state work plan.
• GEP3 activities are implemented in close partnership with government education agencies and civil social partners

Qualification or specialized knowledge/experience required

• Advanced degree in Education, Social Sciences, Economics or related fields
• At least 8 years of experience and demonstrated ability in supporting capacity development work in the education or social sciences
• Extensive knowledge and skills of education and social sectors in Nigeria, preferably in northern Nigeria
• Experience working on gender issues
• Strong analytical skills using diverse and complex quantitative and qualitative data
• Demonstrates, applies and shares technical knowledge
• Good understanding of girls education issues, community involvement and participation
• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, to varied audiences, especially in target state
• Able to set high standards for quality of work and consistently achieves project goals
• Skills in use of Microsoft office suites are a must
• Fluency in English Language and writing skills
• Fluency in Language of the immediate environment

Application Closing Date
23rd December, 2014

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidate should send his/her application, accompanied by updated CV in English and a completed United Nations Personal History Form to: [email protected]

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Please put the position title you are applying for on the subject line of your email.

Note: Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.