Quality Assurance Associate - TVET - Daily Paid Opportunity, Damascus

## Quality Assurance Associate - TVET - Daily Paid Opportunity, Damascus - Organization:UNRWA - United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East - Office:UNRWA Damascus Organizational Setting and Reporting UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA's services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance, and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. The incumbent reports to the Acting Chief of TVET In accordance with Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent: 1- In accordance with Institute Quality Review Framework and Standards, monitors and evaluates which institute performance including its quality of teaching and learning, institute environment, management of resources and ways of promoting inclusive teaching practices. 2- Collects, records and analyses different types of data on aspects of institutes' performance and providing a comprehensive regular quality assurance reports of institutes with regard to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and making objective judgments. 3- Monitors how institutes address areas of improvement emerging from the institute reviews and, in collaboration with the unit team, an action plan for institute development which address areas of weakness and identify the needed support. 4- Assists the supervisor in the development of the comprehensive Institute Quality Review Framework for the field focusing on the coherence of the institute's system and performance. 5- Supports the supervisor with the dissemination of good practices across the Field and communicates with relevant stakeholders about the work of the unit. 6- Creates well-prepared quality assurance reviews with supporting evidence and supports producing regular reports and updates on institute quality assurance as required. 7- Contributes to the professional development activities and works collegially with peers to improve his/her practice; keeps up to date on knowledge and practice in his/her area of work. 8- Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor. UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default - Coping with Pressure and Setbacks. - Deciding and Initiating Action. - Creating and Innovating. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others in a team environment. - Ability to evaluate the work of others. - Effective communication and presentation skills. - Proficiency in standard Agency computer applications. A University degree from an accredited educational institution in economics, specialization of quality assurance or related field. Desirable Qualifications: - Advanced degree in a related subject particularly in institute quality assurance monitoring and evaluation or equivalent. - In-depth knowledge and understanding of research in quality assurance procedures and practices. Job - Specific Qualification Indicate your current involvement in any outside activities, as it is required. Including but not limited to employment, independent contractor/freelance consultant, board member (corporate, academic, etc), expert group, lobby, public speaking/writing (article, book, blog, social media etc), teaching, conferences, training, press statement, voluntary work, political activity, fundraising/donation for non-UNRWA entity, running for public office, role in political party or orgs, owning business, work for gov./NGO/private company/charity, UNRWA partner/vendor, full/part-time, paid or not. A “yes” answer doesn’t necessarily lead to exclusion from future work at UNRWA, yet misrepresentation in providing accurate/complete info can lead to disqualification/termination of appointment, if hired. At least two years professional experience relevant to education systems and institute quality assurance or monitoring/evaluation capacity, is Required. English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, EnglishandArabic are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details). Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. - Contract Type: Daily Paid Assignment for up to three months, with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and continuing need. - Grade and Salary: Grade 12 Daily Rate 31.33 &. The salary may be subject to a reduced work schedule. Additional benefits: - 1 day Annual Leave and 1 day of sick leave for each completed month of service. - This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in Syria and within commuting distance of the duty station with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. - The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in Syria, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates of the underrepresented gender to assist the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. - UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities. - A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post in the future should suitable vacancies become available. - Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA's online e-recruitment system inspira will be considered and no late applications will be accepted. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All acquired university degrees must also be stated, if applicable. - Providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate. -UNRWA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNRWA, including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, racism/racial discrimination and other forms of conduct, including but not limited to discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment. To uphold these standards, background checks are conducted for all recommended candidates and those placed on a roster to help ensure that individuals with a history of such conduct are not hired. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s), employment history, ClearCheck and INTERPOL, as well as certification of non-conviction, where available. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. By applying for a position with UNRWA, candidates acknowledge and consent to these verification processes. -The Agency disqualifies applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions Lis