Overview of the functions of the post
In December 2024, UNESCO and the European Union signed the three years Phase 3 of the TVET reform project “Green and Digital TVET for Enhancing Employability in Iraq”. Phase 3 will mobilize the institutional and technical expertise of UNESCO to support the Government of Iraq in enhancing the implementation of the Iraqi National Education Strategy targeted future-oriented skilling, reskilling, and upskilling activities focusing on greening and digitalization. This dynamic programmatic approach will enhance the employability of Iraqi youth, young women, disadvantaged groups (including Internally Displaced Persons IDPs), returnees, and refugees. And contribute to Iraq’s resilience to climate change.
The project is under the overall Supervision of the Chief of Education, and the TVET 3 Project Manager on a day-to-day basis.
The Project will enhance the employment of Iraqi youth from 8 Technical Universities and Polytechnics, 8 Vocational schools, and 2 Vocational Training Centers by creating centers of Vocational Excellence that have strong labour market links, revised curricula and pedagogy, and a student-centred approach.
Main duties and responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Director of UNESCO Iraq Office and the direct supervision of the Chief of Education, the incumbent will undertake the following tasks and be responsible for:
Education
Work Experience
Skills and Competencies
Languages
Work Experience
Languages
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements
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