TRIBAL/SUPPORT HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH/KEY EXPERT 4: EDUCATION POLICY AND RESEARCH EXPERT

The overall objective of this project is contribute human capital development through strengthening  the “knowledge triangle”: education – research – innovation, as well as to enhance the effectiveness of the educational system in Serbia, thus contributing to a better overall level of knowledge, skills and competences in the society.

Qualifications and Skills

    -University Degree in education, social sciences, economics, administration, or equivalent.
    -Excellent English language skills (spoken and written).
    -Full Computer Literacy.
    -Master’s Degree as an asset .

General Professional Experience

    -Preferably 15 years, but a minimum of 10 years, professional experience in primary and general secondary educational reform and
     teacher training.
    -International experience in implementation of EU funded projects (5 years minimum experience) with at least 1 project implementation
     experience similar to the project.

Specific Professional Experience

    -Experience of establishing relationships between research in education, education policy and practice, to assists in monitoring education
     reforms and the continuous improvement of education policies.
    -Conducted at least 5 education research programs conduced on priority issues for national education development, experience related to
     LLL policies is an asset.
    -Drafting of policy papers/bylaws based on research findings.
    -Training of teachers in the effective use of research/evidence-based approach in their work.
    -Enhancing the capacity of the research network and ensuring relevant linkages are established with EU peers.
    -Experience working in Western Balkans, particularly in Serbia is an asset.

Deadline: 20 January 2012

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