
Education OfficerNew
Position:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:31 Aug 2026 (13 days left)Job ID:1784888021271632Posted on:17 Aug 2026 (1 day ago)
Pay and conditions
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Job Description
Supports UNICEF’s education response in Galmudug, Somalia, as a National UN Volunteer. The officer will coordinate implementation of the Joint Resilience Programme, work with government, schools and communities, monitor programme delivery and data, and strengthen inclusive, gender-responsive education services for crisis-affected children, including girls and children with disabilities.
Key Details
Position Details
Experience level
Early
Minimum experience
3 years
Employment type
Volunteer
Arrangement
Field based
Recruitment scope
National recruitment
Contract duration
302 days
Language Requirements
Required
English, Somali
Summary of Responsibilities
- Support planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting for Joint Resilience Programme education activities
- Coordinate with government counterparts, implementing partners and education stakeholders
- Prepare workplans, technical briefs, monitoring reports and donor-reporting inputs
- Monitor partner deliverables, resource use and implementation risks
- Support inclusive and gender-responsive education programming for crisis-affected children
- Mobilize communities to improve enrolment, attendance, retention and safe return to learning
Role Requirements
- At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in education programming, community mobilization, community engagement or community-based programme implementation
- Demonstrated experience working with government counterparts, schools, Community Education Committees, parents, local leaders and other community structures
- Proficiency in standard office applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Must be a Somali national or legal resident of Somalia
- English and Somali are required
Skills
Tools and Technologies
Additional Information
- Volunteer assignment via UNV
- Based in Galmudug State with regular field travel to supported schools and communities
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNICEF Careers, on 17 Aug 2026.