Strategic Education Consultant

Source: World Bank — Ethiopia Education and Skills for Employability Project

Request for Expression of Interest

(Consulting Services – Individual Consultant Selection)

Selection of Strategic Education Consultant to support the Program Implementation Unit at the Education for Skills and Employability, Office of the Ministry of Labor and Skills Services (P177881)

GOVERNMENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF ETHIOPIA

Ministry of Labor and Skills (MoLs)

Education and Skills for Employment (EASE)

Terms of Reference (ToR) for Strategic Education Consultant

Position:                     Strategic Education Consultant

Duty station:              Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

1. BACKGROUND

The Ministry of Labor and Skills (MoLs) is implementing the Education and Skills for Employment (EASE). EASE is a national project that focuses on practical, work-related skills to enhance employability of youth in Ethiopia while addressing skills constraints to respond and adapt to megatrends. Through a well-functioning TVET system, the project will support better alignment of skills supply and demand and adjust offerings to meet the demands of the changing labor market. The Project is thus expected to help Ethiopia meet the Sustainable Development Goal of “promoting sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.”. The objectives and results of the project will be achieved through:

• Strengthening public polytechnics for improved labor market outcomes
• Support short-term skills programs through a competitive and performance-based financing model that links payments to the employment outcomes.
• System Strengthening

1. OBJECTIVE OF THE Assignment

Establishing the National Delivery Unit (DU) is one of the primary task to coordinate and effectively implement the project in conjunction with the relevant functional structure of the ministry and the PIU, Mols hereby invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of Strategic Education Consultant. The appointment of the specialist will expedite project implementation at the Ministry. The specialist is specifically mandated to provide strategic guidance and support in the development and implementation of education and skill development initiatives under the project. The consultant will focus on fostering innovative skill development  strategies, , collaborating with stakeholders, setting strategic priorities, mitigating risks, developing innovative training plans that can be be piloted at the selected poly technique collages  .

3. Duties and Responsibilities

• • Conducting an analysis of the current education and skills landscape in Ethiopia, including an assessment of skills gaps, labor market trends, and industry needs.

• • Developing a strategic plan and roadmap for the implementation of the EASE project, including clear objectives, targets, and key performance indicators.
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  • Providing technical guidance on the design and implementation of performance-based financing models for short-term skills programs, including monitoring and evaluation mechanisms.
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  • Supporting the strengthening of public polytechnics through curriculum development, teacher training, infrastructure upgrades, and quality assurance mechanisms.
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  • Facilitating stakeholder consultations and workshops to gather input and feedback on the strategic direction of the project.
  • Monitoring progress and evaluating the impact of interventions, and making recommendations for adjustments and improvements as needed.
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  • Providing capacity building and training to Ministry staff and project partners on strategic planning, education policy, and best practices in skills development.

• • Develop and oversee growth strategies to advance the goals of the program.
  • Strengthen core programs to maintain a competitive advantage in the education and skill development landscape.
  • Formulate educational strategies to foster collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. - Establish and review key strategic educational priorities and translate them into actionable plans.
  • Mitigate potential risks associated with strategic planning and program execution.
  • Develop individual educational plans to promote educational and social development among trainees.
  • Establish and communicate clear objectives to TVET trainers and administrators.
  • Facilitate monitoring and evaluation work for various teaching skill-building projects.
  • Facilitate the development of training materials for TVET trainers and administrators.
  • Build annual and long-term strategic plans to guide program implementation.
  • Collaborate with consultants to develop educational reform plans aligned with program objectives.
  • Advise industry and TVETs on training matters to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
  • Develop appropriate goals for TVET institutions and industries affiliated with training institutions.
  • Design and facilitate educational forums focused on training quality improvement, innovation and technology transfers.
  • Innovate approaches to improve trainees' achievement and success.
  • Formulate and propose new assessment techniques to ensure a quality learning experience for trainees.

4. Deliverables:

• • Growth strategies and plans for advancing program objectives.
  • Strengthened core programs with documented improvements and outcomes.
  • Formulated educational strategies and collaborations with stakeholders.
  • Strategic educational priorities translated into actionable plans.
  • Risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
  • Individual educational plans promoting trainee development.
  • Clear objectives communicated to TVET trainers and administrators.
  • Monitoring and evaluation reports on teaching skill-building projects.
  • Developed training materials for TVET stakeholders.
  • Annual and long-term strategic plans for program implementation.
  • Educational reform plans in collaboration with consultants.
  • Advisories on training matters for industry and TVETs.
  • Goals set for schools and educational institutions.
  • Educational forums designed and facilitated for quality improvement.
  • Innovative approaches proposed to enhance trainees' achievement.
  • New assessment techniques proposed for quality learning experiences.

5. Duration: The length of this position is initially for one year and subject to the satisfactory performance; the contract period shall be extendable.    

6. Qualifications: - Advanced degree in education, Science Degree, workforce development, or a related field and with work experience minimum of 5 years for BA or 3 years for MA. In addition to the qualifications the applicant must have:

• • Extensive experience in strategic planning and program development in the education sector.
  • Proven track record of fostering collaborations and partnerships with stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to mitigate risks and devise effective solutions.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely.
  • Demonstrated ability to innovate and adapt approaches to meet evolving needs and challenges. - Experience in monitoring and evaluation, curriculum development, and training facilitation is desirable.

7. Reporting: The consultant will report to the delivery unit coordinator within the Ministry of Labor and Skills, providing regular updates on progress and deliverables.

8.      INPUTS PROVIDED BY THE EMPLOYER

The employer will avail office furniture, office equipment, communication facilities and other materials required by the Finance specialist to perform his/her duties as specified in this TORs.

9. LEVEL OF EFFORT AND TIMETABLE

It is expected that the assignment will start as soon as possible depending on availability. The Specialist will be based at Mols with travel to regional cities as necessary.

Contract: one-year contract, with possible extension upon satisfactory performance of the Specialist. Remunerations: Negotiable / dependent on qualifications and experience.

1. DEADLINE OF SUBMISSION

Within 10 working days from date of announcement.

1. HOW TO APPLY

Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Ministry of Labor and Skills building Address: Around Lamberet bus station Opposite to Ministry of Mines, Near to Federal Technical Institute former Federal TVET Agency 5th floor room no 503.

Interested applicants shall submit physically with the original documents and a non- returnable application, CV, educational credentials, justified work experience and other relevant documents to the above address during working days and hours.

Contact phone No: +251 913603899

Email: abrahamasratbe@gmail.com or haftomease@gmail

12. Note: The Ministry of Labor and Skills reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received and to negotiate separately with shortlisted candidates, if necessary.