Project Officer (Learning Assessment)

OVERVIEW

Post Number : 1CAUIS0096PA

Grade : P-3

Parent Sector : UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS)

Duty Station : Montreal

Job Family : Education

Type of contract : Project Appointment

Duration of contract : 2 years renewable

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 25-NOV-2025 (EXTENDED)

UNESCO Core Values : Commitment to the Organization Integrity Respect for Diversity Professionalism

Duration of contract : initially two (2) years with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Background

The UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) is UNESCOs statistical agency and the official source of internationally comparable data on education science culture and communication. UIS advances evidence-based policymaking and helps monitor progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by improving the availability quality and comparability of data and by strengthening member states capacity to produce and use statistics. To meet growing demand for timely disaggregated data UIS invests in methodological innovation strategic foresight and advanced analytics (including AI and web scraping) and builds agile data systems and partnerships. The Section of Learning Assessment Foresight and Innovation which integrates Learning Assessment Strategic Foresight and Methodological Innovation leads UIS efforts to strengthen global education data and support SDG 4.

Purpose

The Project Officer supports implementation of the UIS learning assessment work programme. Reporting to the Section Chief and working closely with the Programme Specialist / Psychometrician the incumbent coordinates partnerships contracts and deliverables and manages resources timelines and stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth execution of multiple learning-assessment initiatives.

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Main Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Global Data Acquisition Management and Quality Assurance

• Design and implement data acquisition processes including collecting learning assessment data from partners documenting sources and using techniques such as web scraping.
• Support data acquisition for new indicators under development or revision.
• Design and apply rigorous data quality checks and validation protocols in compliance with UIS and international standards contributing to the release of global indicators.

2. Data Analysis and Diagnostics

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3. Work Plan and Project Management

4. Contract and Partnership Administration

5. Sect ion-Level Data Coordination

6. Additional Duties

COMPETENCIES

Professionalism (C)

Accountability (C)

Communication (C)

Innovation (C)

Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)

Planning and organizing (C)

Results focus (C)

Teamwork (C)

For detailed information please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework .

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Work Experience

Skills and Competencies

Languages

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Work experience

Languages

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCOs salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable : 30 days annual leave family allowance medical insurance pension plan etc.

The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 95628 USD.

For full information on benefits and entitlements please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice and may include tests and / or assessments as well as an interview.

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference e-mail correspondence etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

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

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UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States ( last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of 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.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Construction Experience,Intellectual Property Law,Renovation,Research Experience,Joint Operations,Relationship Management,System Testing,Economic Development,Exercise Planning,Program Development,Project Implementation,Contracts

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1