Coordinator for Education and Fragility , Switzerland

The Inter-Agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE) is a global open network of members working together within a humanitarian and development framework to ensure all persons the right to quality education and a safe learning environment in emergencies and post-crisis recovery. In early 2008, a Working Group on Education and Fragility was established within INEE, as an inter-agency mechanism to coordinate diverse initiatives and catalyze collaborative action on education and fragility. The Working Group completed a three year mandate in spring 2011 and a new Working Group on Education and Fragility was constituted to continue work in this area through September 2013, at which time we anticipate a new Working Group will be formed. The INEE Working Group on Education and Fragility is comprised of approximately 25 member agencies engaged in programming, policy development, funding, research and advocacy relating to education in situations of fragility.

Background The INEE Coordinator for Education and Fragility will work as a member of the INEE Secretariat with the specific function of providing technical expertise, and support to the operations and work plan of the Working Group on Education and Fragility. He/she will fulfill this function in conjunction with the Program Manager for Education and Fragility, will report to the INEE Director, and will collaborate with the chair(s) of the Working Group. All core functions (e.g. communications, advocacy, promotion and fundraising) will be coordinated with the other Secretariat staff via the leadership of the INEE Director in order to ensure coherence and harmonization across activities. While the Coordinator’s first responsibility is to support the Working Group, he/she will also collaborate as appropriate on other network activities as a member of the Secretariat.

Responsibilities The Coordinator will work to achieve the following results:

--implement projects and decisions of the Working Group; --facilitate collaboration and inputs from Working Group members as appropriate and possible on the majority of tasks and activities; --build and convey consensus within the Working Group; and --promote, deepen and enhance knowledge and work on issues of education and fragility within INEE and beyond.

Specific responsibilities of the Coordinator will be to manage and provide coordination to the activities of the Working Group on Education and Fragility, including:

Working Group management and coordination

--Manage and facilitate the completion of all Working Group activities by guaranteeing satisfactory project management, including managing and coordinating the development of research, tools and other products as determined by the Working Group’s work plan --Build and convey consensus within the Working Group (e.g. facilitating inputs, synthesizing feedback, communicating decisions) --Ensure quality communication with and between Working Group members (e.g. planning and facilitating successful meetings and calls, providing quality and relevant updates, and sending clear and concise action requests to Working Group members) and ensuring consistent follow-up --Develop and facilitate subgroups, reference/advisory groups and focal points within the Working Group to support activities --Provide technical knowledge and inputs to and review Working Group products and deliverables, including resources, network tools and other materials generated by the Working Group

Working Group advocacy and promotion

--Coordinate activities related to the organization and inputs of the Working Group into technical and outreach events (e.g. conferences, meetings) and promote resources, tools and other materials generated by the Working Group’s activities

Cross-network communication

--Provide regular reports on activities and achievements to the Working Group and INEE Secretariat, and post periodic updates and requests over the listserv and website for INEE members to input into the work of the Working Group --Facilitate Working Group members' inputs into INEE initiatives and activities across the INEE Strategic Plan, and those of INEE members and other organizations/stakeholders into the Working Group (where appropriate) --Coordinate with the INEE Secretariat staff leading communications for the network to ensure quality and appropriate outcomes

Administration, Oversight

--Recruit and manage staff, interns and consultants as needed --Oversee program budget with assistance from INEE Administration Officer --Draft and finalize proposals and reports in conjunction with INEE Secretariat.

Requirements --A Masters degree in a relevant field such as education, international affairs, conflict resolution, peace studies or political science --Applicant must have a valid work permit for Switzerland
--Must provide a writing sample at time of application. --At least 5 years of directly relevant professional experience particularly in the areas in project management and administration --Strong knowledge and experience on issues of education and fragility --Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven facilitation skills working with multiple stakeholders, including UN agencies, donors, local communities, NGOs and governments --Excellent writing skills --Experience in reporting (technical and financial), financial tracking and budgeting --Strong knowledge of the development and humanitarian communities, including donors, governments, the UN system and relevant international and regional organizations --Ability to be flexible and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment --Willingness to travel --Perfect knowledge of English and good working knowledge of French; knowledge of Arabic, Chinese, --Portuguese, Russian or Spanish would be an advantage

Location

The location of this post will be Geneva. Applicant must have a valid work permit for Switzerland.

How to apply:

Please apply at: http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&r...