In my blog this week I have identified three national
websites that have caught my attention. I have identified why they sparked my
interest as well as identified job openings that interested me. This was an eye opening assignment that made
me realize the opportunities abroad in the early childhood field.
UNESCO Building peace in the minds of men and woman is a COP
that I was drawn to because they work to create conditions for dialogue among
civilizations, cultures and peoples, based upon respect for commonly shared
values. This type of collaboration is
what the early childhood field needs to improve wages and create quality available
to all.
Located in France
EDUCATION
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Advanced university degree, preferably at post graduate
level, in comparative education, development studies, public policy, political
science/international relations or a related field in the social sciences.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
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At least seven years of relevant experience acquired
in the field of international education
Sound knowledge of a range of education and development
policies issues in diverse economic, political, and institutional settings.
SKILLS COMPETENCIES
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Research and networking experience at the
international level.
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Proven record of published research in the field
of education and development.
·
Excellent drafting and synthesis, conceptual and
analytical skills, ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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Good interpersonal communication skills.
·
Ability to work in a team and to maintain
effective working relationships in a multicultural environment.
·
Ability to interact with a wide range of high-level
partners and stakeholders.
·
Good computer skills
LANGUAGES
Excellent knowledge of English and basic knowledge of
French. Working knowledge of another official UN language
PAY: Approximately 97,046
USD
EDUCATION
Advanced University Degree (Master
level or equivalent) in Education, Curriculum, Pedagogy or relevant fields
WORK EXPERIENCE
·
Four to seven years of progressively responsible
relevant experience in the field of education and related issues, of which
preferably at least two years acquired at international level.
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Accredited experience in the analysis and
reporting on data with regard to the design, follow up and assessment of programs
and projects.
SKILLS COMPETENCIES
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Thorough knowledge of and advanced technical competence
in the field of international education, with a particular focus on curriculum
and learning.
·
Excellent Analytical and Critical thinking skills
Good IT skill particularly
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MS Word and other editorial management programs.
·
Excellent communication skill; both oral and
written
·
Good interpersonal skill
·
Ability to interact with a wide range of education
stakeholders and partners.
·
Ability to work effectively in multicultural
environment.
·
Good understanding of the mechanisms of
education systems and curriculum matters.
LANGUAGES
Excellent knowledge of English and French
PAY: USD 117, 612
FH1 360 the Science of Improving Lives caught my attention
because of their commitment to improve lives in lasting ways by advancing
integrated, locally driven solutions for human development. They also partner with governments, civil
society organizations, the private sector and communities leads to success.
Located in the states
Clinical Research Project Manager
The Clinical Research Project Manager (CRPM) is responsible
for the overall coordination and management of clinical projects/studies from
start up through close out activities. Directs the technical and operational
aspects of the projects, ensuring the successful completion of clinical
projects/studies. Works with major functional area leads to identify and
evaluate fundamental issues on the project, make good business decisions and ensure
solutions are implemented. Works to ensure all project deliverables meet the
sponsor's time/quality/cost expectations. The CRPM works in collaboration with
other functional area leads providing accurate labor forecasts, reviewing pass
through costs and ensuring timely invoicing. S/he effectively creates
operational project plans tailored to the particular needs of each assigned
study. Collaborates with centralized, remote monitoring units to ensure project
progress and deliverables meet contractual requirements. Ensures that all
clinical study management and project deliverables are completed to the
Sponsor's satisfaction, ensuring quality deliverables on time and within budget
and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies and practices.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or its
International Equivalent - Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
•3 years of previous experience in clinical research project management,
possessing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and spreadsheets required.
•Able to delegate, effectively prioritizes own and workload of project team
members.
•Displays effective communication skills (listening, oral, and written) and can
communicate in the English language (oral, written).
•Possesses sound interpersonal skills, is flexible and adapts to changing
situations.
•Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive concise
manner with sponsors and staff.
•Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
Preferred Education and/or
•Master’s degree or its international equivalent preferred.
•Global project management experience.
Management Experience • Up to 3 Years
Senior Analyst - Programme for International Student
Assessment (PISA) Manager(
Job Number:
09941)
Description
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development
interested me because of their work with providing high-quality policy advice,
multi-disciplinary perspectives and peer-learning approaches.
Below Is a job opportunity that peaked my
interest.
Located in Paris
The OECD’s mission – Better Policies for
Better Lives – is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social
well-being of people around the world. The Organisation provides a unique forum
in which governments work together to share experiences on what drives
economic, social and environmental change, seeking solutions to common
problems.
The
Directorate for
Education and Skills (EDU) leads the Organisation’s work to help member and
non-member countries achieve high-quality learning for all, design better
skills policies, and turn them into jobs and growth. The Directorate carries
this out by providing statistics, analysis and policy advice to countries on a
wide range of educational topics.
EDU is looking for an experienced and motivated senior
analyst to lead and manage the OECD’s large-scale international survey,
Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). The successful applicant
will lead the design and implementation of PISA and contribute to the
international evidence-making for educational reforms. S/he will contribute to
the development and the implementation of strategies to ensure that PISA
continues to be relevant and of high impact for the improvement of educational
policy. S/he will lead a multi-disciplinary team as well as establish strategic
partnerships with high-level government officials, international experts and other
project related stakeholders. S/he will closely coordinate with another PISA
senior analyst (A4) who leads the analysis and dissemination of PISA data.
Together they will ensure that the survey continues to be policy relevant.
Academic Background
- An advanced university degree in education, social
sciences, policy analysis or a related field.
Professional Background
- At least eight years’ experience in policy-oriented
projects in education or social sciences, preferably in an international organization,
national administration or research institute.
- At least eight years’ experience in management of
interdisciplinary and large-scale teams within complex projects and
interaction with other organizations and external stakeholders. Experience
of large-scale international surveys of educational systems would be a
particular asset.
- Familiarity with the quantitative and qualitative
techniques used in analysis and research in the social sciences, including
interpretation of complex multi-level statistical analyses. Knowledge of
psychometrics would be an advantage.
- Extensive contacts within the international education
policy community would be an advantage, as would knowledge of education
systems or developments in more than one OECD country.
Languages
- An excellent command of one of the two official
languages of the OECD (English and French) including the ability to
communicate complex information clearly and concisely in written form for
specialist and non-specialist audiences. Working knowledge of, or
willingness to learn, the other.
- Knowledge of other language(s) would be an advantage.
Core Competencies
- For this role, the following competencies are of
particular importance: Achievement focus, Flexible thinking, Client focus,
Influencing, Diplomatic sensitivity and Managing resources.
- Please refer to the OECD
Core Competencies and the level 4 indicators.
Contract Duration
- 2-year fixed term appointment with the possibility of
renewal.
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