Chief Education, P-4, Fixed Term Position, #00011290, Kigali
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built.
Job Purpose
As Chief of Education, you will provide strategic leadership for UNICEF Rwanda’s education portfolio, ensuring the delivery of sustainable, high-impact results aligned with UNICEF’s Strategic Plan and results-based management principles. You will oversee major education investments and partnerships, including grant-funded programmes, while supporting government-led sector coordination and strengthening national education systems. The role drives inclusive, equitable and resilient learning opportunities by promoting innovation, multisectoral collaboration, Generation Unlimited (GenU), and South-South cooperation. You will also champion resource mobilization and innovative financing solutions, leveraging partnerships across government, donors, the private sector, foundations and civil society to expand quality education and skills development opportunities for children and young people across Rwanda.
Responsibilities
Lead UNICEF Rwanda’s education portfolio and help shape inclusive, equitable and future-ready learning opportunities for children and young people across the country. As Chief of Education, you will provide strategic leadership, technical direction and operational oversight for the education programme. This includes ensuring the effective management of resources, the development of innovative approaches, and the promotion of partnerships to achieve measurable results for children. You will also be responsible for strengthening national education systems, supporting government coordination, and advocating for policies that advance children's right to education. The role requires fostering collaboration with various stakeholders, including government ministries, civil society organizations, and the private sector, to mobilize resources and enhance the impact of UNICEF's education interventions.
Work Experience
A minimum of eight years of professional experience in education programme planning, management, and implementation at the international and national levels. Experience in developing countries and in emergency settings is an asset.
Skills
Strategic leadership, Technical direction, Operational oversight, Programme management, Partnership development, Resource mobilization, Innovative financing, Results-based management, Multisectoral collaboration, Advocacy, Data analysis, Communication