International Expert - Career Development Centers and Sectorial Councils for Vocational Schools TVET2

About the role

UNESCO is recruiting an International Expert to support the implementation of the TVET2 programme in Iraq. The expert will work from Baghdad for 11 months, focusing on establishing Career Development Centers (CDCs) and Sectorial Councils (SC) in vocational schools to improve graduate employability.

Key responsibilities

• Set up a technical committee for CDCs with representatives from the Ministry of Education and Department of Education.
• Design and deliver three‑day workshops for MoE officials and school headmasters on CDC functions, structure, resources and performance monitoring.
• Develop a database framework for school CDCs to track graduate outcomes and labour‑market alignment.
• Assess local labour‑market skill needs and establish baseline graduate employment data disaggregated by gender and special needs.
• Support the creation and operation of Centres of Vocational Excellence in selected schools.

Required profile

• Proven experience in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) at national or regional level.
• Demonstrated expertise in establishing career development services or sectorial advisory bodies.
• Familiarity with the Iraqi education system and Ministry of Education structures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with government officials, school leaders and international donors.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term 11‑month contract based in Baghdad.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact UNESCO reform programme funded by the European Union.
• Professional development within an international organization.