Org. Setting and Reporting

The incumbent of this post is responsible to the School Principal.

Responsibilities

1.Ensures the delivery of quality inclusive education to all students through: -Identifying the key concepts, content, skills and pedagogy appropriate to the delivery of curriculum subject areas taking into account needs of individual students; – Using a range of appropriate learner centered instructional strategies and techniques; – Enriching the host country’s curriculum where appropriate to develop the competencies of students and achieve UNRWA learning goals and values in line with UNRWA Curriculum Framework; – Assessing students’ learning through the use of formative, summative and diagnostic assessment; – Maintaining a safe and effective learning environment in the classroom and school compound in accordance with the UNRWA school code of conduct; 2.Participates in the school co-curricular activities/committees and maintains links with the wider education community to improve the performance and wellbeing of students including activities on key social, environmental, health issues, child rights and protection. 3.Actively engages in school-based and other professional development including peer support, discussions and training in line with UNRWA approved policies, processes, and procedures. 4.Contributes to the systematic collection, recording and analysis of data in line with the school and UNRWA EMIS system. 5.Effectively communicates with parents and the school community regarding learner progress and needs. 6.Contributes to the school policy level development, planning and evaluation working as a team member. 7.Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies

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. i. Analyzing ii. Planning and Organizing iii. Applying Technical Expertise iv. Coping with Pressure and Setbacks v. Learning and Researching vi. Appropriate knowledge and understanding of the pedagogy and subject knowledge including openness on new ways of working; vii. Proficiency in the standard PC applications used by the Agency.

Education

– Teacher Basic Education-grade 08 (The first entry level) This first entry level is for partially qualified basic education teachers. i) A university degree from an accredited educational institution in an appropriate subject; – Teacher Basic Education-grade 09 (The second entry level) This second entry level is for newly qualified basic education teachers. The minimum eligibility criteria include: i) A university degree from an accredited educational institution in an appropriate subject; ii) Completion of a minimum one year pre or in-service training course; – Teacher Basic Education-grade 10 This third entry level is for fully qualified basic education teachers. The minimum eligibility criteria include: i) A university degree from an accredited educational institution in an appropriate subject; ii) Completion of a minimum one year pre or in-service training course; iii) 5 years of teaching experience as a teacher – Grade 9; – Teacher Basic Education- grade 11 This is the highest level attainable by fully qualified teachers. For teachers to move from Grade 10 to 11 the following eligibility criteria apply: i) A university degree from an accredited educational institution appropriate subject; ii) 10 years of experience at grade 10; iii) Completion of a minimum one year pre or in-service training course; iv) Satisfactory performance in PERs for the past 5 years; v) Successful completion of School Based Teacher Development (SBTD);

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

1. Teacher Basic Education- grade 08 This first entry level is for partially qualified basic education teachers. -No experience for this entry level; -Staff members appointed with qualifications as prescribed under para. 4.1.1 are eligible for promotion to grade 09 upon obtaining a pre or in-service teacher training course of at least one year duration . 2. Teacher Basic Education- grade 09 This is the second entry level for newly qualified teachers, basic education prescribed under para. 4.1.2 above. -No experience for this level -Eligible for in service promotion to grade 10 after five years satisfactory services as a teacher with the Agency from the date of EOD, or from the date on which s/he becomes fully qualified as a teacher, whichever is later is required 3.Teacher Basic Education- grade 10 This is the third entry level for fully qualified teachers, basic education prescribed under para. 4.1.3 above. -Five years teaching experience as Teacher – grade 09. -Eligible for in-service promotion to grade 11 after completion of SBTD and satisfactory performance in PERs for the past 5 years is required 4.Teacher Basic Education- grade 11 This is the highest level attainable by fully qualified teachers, basic education. -Ten years teaching experience as Teacher – grade 10, completion of SBTD and satisfactory of performance in PERs for the past 5 years is required

Languages

Excellent command of written and spoken Arabic and good command of written and spoken English.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Contract Status: – Daily Paid Contract – Monthly basic salary:24.47 USD – Grade: 08 – Candidates who are invited to a written test should submit their academic qualifications, employment certificates and other required documents, either before the date of the test, or on the day of the test. Failure to do so may entail disqualification from the recruitment process. – على المتقدمين المدعوين للامتحان إحضار شهاداتهم الأكاديمية وشهادات الخبرة وأي مستندات أخرى مطلوبة إما قبل تاريخ الامتحان أو يوم الامتحان حيث يؤدي الفشل في تحقيق ذلك إلى الاستبعاد من التقدم للامتحان – Candidates should also submit a statement of non-employment (3 copies) given that governmental, or joint sector employees cannot be appointed to UNRWA posts even if they have leave without pay permit. – إبراز وثيقة غير موظف عدد 3 فلا يحق لموظفي القطاع العام أو المشترك التعيين ضمن شواغر الأونروا حتى وان كان ضمن اجازة بلا أجر. – Candidates who succeed in the recruitment process and receive an offer of appointment to the respective post must submit a notification issued by GAPAR to the effect that they have reported to GAPAR and have filled the required forms for obtaining approval of competent government authorities. – على المتقدمين الناجحين في عملية التوظيف والحاصلين على عرض عمل على أساس الوظيفة المعلنة أعلاه إبراز إشعار صادر عن الهيئة العامة للاجئين الفلسطينيين العرب إلى مكتب الموارد البشرية في الأونروا يفيد أنه قد قام بتعبئة جميع الاستمارات المطلوبة للحصول على موافقة السلطات الحكومية المختصة إضافة إلى الوثاىق التالية: – They should also submit the following: • Statement of non-conviction (3 copies). وثيقة غير محكوم عدد 3 • Copy of personal ID. نسخة عن الهوبة * Equivalency: Equivalency may apply for this post. NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination. * General information 1. This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. As an Area post, only candidates who reside in Syria at the time of applications are eligible to apply. The Agency does not assume responsibilities nor support the issuance of work permits for those who has no legal documents to live in Syria; job opening applies only to potential candidates residing within the field of the post, residing within commuting distance of the duty station of the post. 2. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. 3. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women; 4. 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; 5. 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. Applicants applying to positions for Grades 12 to 20 must submit a cover letter/motivational statement in order to be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate; 6. For UNRWA internal staff, they are required to specify and include their current UNRWA grade level. To do so applicants should select under “Category” RLG, scroll down to see all categories, then select their local grade. 7. Advertisements published only in English will only accept applications in English, and Arabic submissions will not be considered. 8. The Agency may disqualify applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions List or a UN database of staff separated for reason of misconduct or of staff who separated whilst misconduct processes were pending. 9. UNRWA shares investigation and misconduct information with other UN Agencies, and past and prospective employers, about staff members who have been separated for misconduct, or who have separated whilst an investigation and/or disciplinary process for misconduct is underway; and such persons may be prohibited from employment with the United Nations. 10. The Agency will immediately disqualify applicants who are ineligible for any reason in accordance with the Agency regulatory framework. 11. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live; 12. Please ensure that the e-mail address and mobile phone number that you have written in your Personal History Form are accurate and active. Your status in relation to the vacancy will be communicated to you only via the email listed on your Personal History Form; 13. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities; 14. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply; 15. For more information please visit the website, http//: inspira.un.org. Applying for this post: Candidates should apply for this position through the below link only: التقدم لهذه الوظيفة يكون من خلال نسخ الرابط التالي ( على أحد محركات البحث ) ، أية طلبات مقدمة خارج هذا الرابط لن يتم قبولها https://ee-eu.kobotoolbox.org/x/7KWn33Fg

United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST (UNRWA) DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE OR REQUEST MONEY FROM CANDIDATES AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING, ONBOARDING). UNRWA DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.