National Technical and Vocational Education (TVET) Mapping Development Specialist
Monrovia
- Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Location: Monrovia
- Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Education, Learning and Training
- Labour Market Policy
- Closing Date: 2025-09-26
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- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.
FAO is a specialized agency of the UN that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO's goal is to achieve food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 Members (194 countries and the European Union), FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.
FAO Country Offices, working under overall corporate guidance and in line with the Strategic Framework, offer policy advice and support to countries in the mandated areas of FAO, facilitated through partnerships, resources and an active country programme to provide technical assistance, develop capacities and deliver core services while fully observing international standards of accountability to establish leadership and strengthen impact at the country level.
Reporting Lines
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in Liberia, the National TVET Mapping Specialist will report to the Technical Lead Officer.
Technical Focus
• Private sector actors and organizations within ECOWAS will propose strategies to enhance the delivery and outcomes of TVET.
• Quality Assurance\: Evaluating the quality and relevance of TVET programs, assessing the effectiveness of teaching and learning methods, and identifying areas for improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement\: Consulting with employers, industry representatives, TVET providers, and other relevant stakeholders to gather input and ensure alignment with their needs
Tasks and Responsibilities
Under the overall technical supervision of FAO in Liberia and direct supervision of the Lead Technical Officer, the National TVET Mapping and Plan Development Specialist will undertake the following duties\:
• Prepare an inception report detailing the background, objectives, methodology, activities, coordination of activities, work plan and resources
• Submit questionnaires for gathering data
• Prepare enumerator’s training and coordinate data gathering process
• Prepare initial findings in a 3 - 5-page report and a PowerPoint presentation
• Submit a draft strategic plan for TVET development in Liberia
• Prepare national TVET mapping study and strategic plan validation workshop reports, alone with a comprehensive mapping report
• Submit a comprehensive report detailing the findings of the TVET mapping exercise
• Submit recommendations for policy and program development
• Submit a draft strategic plan/framework on TVET interventions and investments in Liberia including a roadmap and implementation plan in line with national TVET policies (if any)
• Prepare a TVET database in electronic or soft copy format, containing all primary data collected, along with the resources and tools used
• Prepare a final presentation of the overall findings to the FAO, AITB and partners
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in TVET, Education, Social Sciences, Business, Economics, Statistics or in a related field
• 5 (five) years of relevant experience in TVET systems analysis, curriculum development, research or quality assurance with extensive working experience in Liberia
• Working knowledge of English
• National of Liberia
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise of the TVET system and governance, the entrepreneurship ecosystem, and the socio-economic context of Liberia
• Experience in working with government institutions such as TVET institutions and centres, TVET trainers and learners, private sector representatives, and development partners
• Familiarity with labour market information systems and skills forecasting.
• Strong background in managing research teams and working diverse people and institutions.
• Technical expertise in carrying out assessments in Liberia.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Technical Expertise or understanding of industry standards and occupational competencies relevant to vocational education.
• Familiarity with TVET curriculum and alignment with labour market needs.
• Experience in mapping skills to qualifications frameworks and ability to conduct skills gap analyses and identify emerging occupational trends.
• Familiar with national TVET policies, accreditations, compliance standards, and qualification frameworks.
• Provides evidence-based recommendations through data analysis and stakeholder consultation.
• Outstanding communication and analytical skills with excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Skilled in conducting workshops, stakeholder consultations, and training sessions.
• Culturally sensitive and adaptable to diverse educational settings.
• Ability to ensure inclusive and gender-sensitive practices in all technical assistance
• Proficiency and flexibility in using statistical software, especially R, Stata, SPSS, SAS or similar (preferably open source) tools.
• Experience with Survey Solutions or similar software will be considered an asse
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http\://www.whed.net/
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website\: http\://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.