Job Overview
Are you ready to shape the future of education for Palestine refugees across the region? The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is hiring a Senior Education Officer (P-4) to lead strategic curriculum development, professional training, and program implementation in its field offices.
This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact through humanitarian education. The selected candidate will collaborate with senior education leadership in HQ Amman and field teams while representing UNRWA in national and regional education forums.
đź“Ť Duty Station: OTHER (exact field location will be determined)
đź—“ Deadline to Apply: August 23, 2025
đź’Ľ Level: P-4 Professional (International)
đź’µ Salary: UN P-4 salary scale applies (varies by duty station)
🌟 Key Responsibilities:
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Provide strategic oversight for curriculum development aligned with UNRWA values.
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Lead quality assurance and monitoring for teaching and learning materials.
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Develop inclusive, culturally appropriate resources.
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Oversee teacher professional development and training initiatives.
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Coordinate project delivery, monitoring, and reporting in partnership with HQ Amman.
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Represent UNRWA in coordination forums with ministries, donors, and education stakeholders.
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Draft fundraising proposals and strengthen strategic partnerships.
UNRWA Senior Education
âś… Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in Education, Organizational Development, Social Sciences, or related fields.
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Minimum 7 years’ experience in humanitarian or development education programs.
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Track record in curriculum design, policy development, and teacher training.
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Experience developing digital learning resources for remote and emergency settings.
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Must have at least 2 years of relevant international experience outside of the UN Common System and outside the country(ies) of citizenship.
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Familiarity with Refugee Education is desirable.
FAQs:
Q: Who can apply for the UNRWA Senior Education Officer position?
A: Professionals with a master’s in education or related fields, 7+ years of experience in humanitarian or education development work, and at least 2 years of international experience.
Q: Where will the selected candidate be based?
A: The duty station is listed as “OTHER” and will be confirmed by UNRWA during recruitment, likely in one of its Field Offices.
Q: What does the role focus on?
A: Strategic curriculum leadership, teacher training, monitoring program implementation, and supporting refugee education programs.
Q: Is digital learning experience required?
A: Yes, familiarity with developing digital or remote learning resources for emergencies is highly desirable.
Q: How do I apply?
A: Submit your application via the UN Careers Portal before August 23, 2025.
