Consultant National Pour le Bureau du Cadre National des Qualifications de Guinee-bis
Organizational Context
UNESCO is implementing the DIRECT project in Guinea-Bissau, funded by the European Union, from 2025-2029. This five-year initiative aims to strengthen the national Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework. The project supports Guinea-Bissau's development priorities through inclusive, employment-focused education and training, with interventions in Bissau, Bafatá, and Gabú regions.
Job Purpose
The consultancy aims to support an international consultant in providing technical assistance to the National Qualifications Framework Bureau in Guinea-Bissau. The objective is to establish a coherent, regulated, and quality-assured system for the codification, development, renewal, and quality assurance of qualifications. This involves developing and applying regulatory, methodological, and operational frameworks, alongside strengthening the capacities of relevant stakeholders. A key focus is to reduce inequalities in access and engagement, particularly for girls and boys in specific training pathways, ensuring a more equitable and effective TVET system.
Responsibilities
The consultant will support the continuity and realization of activities and inputs from an international consultant, ensuring ongoing quality assurance. This includes applying the quality assurance framework implementation plan, preparing for and supporting the international consultant's mission through logistical arrangements and advice, and assisting in integrating National Qualifications Framework (NQF) aspects into Regional Sectoral Councils in partnership with IIEP. The role involves individual and team support in planning and executing activities, regular meetings with the NQF team, and situation updates with the NQF coordinator and the DIRECT project team. Deliverables include reports on support activities for the mission, detailing previous steps, mission schedules, and prepared meetings, as well as a national support and monitoring plan for NQF quality assurance framework implementation.
Work Experience
Minimum of 4 years of experience in designing and managing demand-driven TVET systems or programs. Experience in public policy, human capital development, labor market analysis, and understanding gender inequalities in the labor market and TVET sector is required. Proven international experience in developing national qualification systems and curriculum design is essential.
Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral and written). Experience in developing National Qualifications Frameworks (NQF) in Guinea-Bissau and Portuguese-speaking African countries (PALOPs) is advantageous. Proficiency in Portuguese and Creole, with good knowledge of French or English.