First and foremost I learned probably the hardest lesson thus far in my career.  I consider myself a big picture thinker, and motivator of others.  However, this class I learned that paying attention to detail and instructions will go a long way as a professional.  I always thought so long as we reached our goal it didn’t matter how we got there. Defiantly not the case.

 

I also learned that the problem and challenges of our chosen profession extend far beyond that of just those inside the classroom.  It was eye-opening to learn that issues and trends begin with children and their early stages of development.  All issues and trends society are facing are compounded by our ability to support families and children in the early years.

 

Lastly, the most important lesson I learned is that though I am defined and perceived in my job as a hard, rule follower, and firm.  I never wanted any of my employees to fear the idea of me.  I believed that fear fed discontent.  I learned that sometimes fear can be good.  As each week passed during this course my fear of what was to come grew.  It was not the fear of not knowing it was the fear if disappointing my professor and myself.  She gave me everything I needed in order to be successful yet I let fear get in the way of my true potential.  I need to remember that as a leader and a supervisor I need to know how to inspire each of my staff.  Every person is inspired or motivated differently.  I realized that as Dr. Teri is an extremely challenging professor she pushes beyond what you think you are capable of.  I appreciate everything that I have gained from this program.

 

My long term goal for myself is to become a more positive and effective communicator.  I want to be able express my passion with less emotion and more confidence.  I hope to challenge others and earn the respect of all I work throughout the rest of my career.

I want to thank you Dr. Teri for redefining that true educator and passion for our field still exists.  Your support and guidance has been unmatched by other instructor in this program.  Thank you for taking my passion and love of children and helping make it my profession.

 

Thank you to all of my collogue who have taken this journey along with me.  I am so inspired by each of your stories and feel blessed to have been part of your journey!  Best of Luck to Each of You!!

 

I really felt like after I achieve a Master’s degree in this field I would qualify for a lot more diverse opportunities.  Not only did this assignment give me incite to the wide variety of extended opportunity that relate to my passion for early childhood education, but I realized  that  there is more  to learn in order to become a  valued member of a community of practice.  Most of the jobs that appealed to me prfressionally, were set outside my comfort zone.

My first organization choice was UNICEF.  I began my childcare experience with school age youth and I would love to work with that age group again.  Youth age groups are very creative and have wonderful thought and ideas to share if someone is willing to listen.  I would love to leave the administrative headaches behind and rekindle my love of working with children.  Helping children find their voice is something I have always been committed to.

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_70910.html

 

Temporary Appointment: Youth Engagement Specialist, P-3, Myanmar

 QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES:

1.       Education
Advanced university degree, preferably in the social sciences.

2.       Work Experience Five years of professional work experience at national and international levels in youth development including international work experience.

Background/familiarity with child protection is considered a strong asset.

 

3.       Language Proficiency 

 

Fluency in English and a second UN language (IP)

 

4.       Competency Profile (For details on competencies please refer to the UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles.)

        i.            Core Values (Required)

·         Commitment 

·         Diversity and Inclusion 

·         Integrity 

      ii.            Core Competencies (Required)

·         Communication  [ III ] 

·         Working with People   [ III ]      

·         Drive for Results   [ III ]  

      iii.            Functional Competencies (Required)

·         Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ III ]

·         Analyzing   [ III] 

·         Relating and Networking [ III ]

·         Deciding and Initiating Action [ III ]

·         Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]

     iv.            Technical Knowledge  

a)      Specific Technical Knowledge Required

•       Youth Participation and Engagement qualifications and experience

•       At least 5 years of working experience including research and engagement with young  people, including a sound knowledge of best practice for child, adolescent and youth participation;

•       Possess strong communication and analytical skills and proven ability to coordinate and work effectively with all stakeholders;

•       Demonstrated understanding of child protection.

b)      Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group) [  ]

•       Methodology of programme/project management

•       Programmatic goals, policies and strategies for sectoral programmes

•       Knowledge of global human rights issues, specifically relating to children and women.

•       In depth understanding of youth development and participation in different international contexts.

c)       Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job) [  ]

•       Government development plans and policies

•       Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes

•       UNICEF policies and strategy in child protection and youth.

•       UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.

•       Rights-based and Results-based programming in UNICEF.

•       UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.

•       Mid-Term Strategic Plan

•       UN guideline on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.

•       Gender equality and Diversity awareness.

•       UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses.

•       UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions

•       UN security operations and guidelines.

•       UN guideline on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.

•       UNICEF strategic framework for partnerships and collaborative relationships.

•       UNICEF policies and strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should send their applications with updated CV/Personal History form (P-11) (download here) by 28 November 2013 to email address: thoo@unicef.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

 

 The second organization that interested me was the World Teach organization.  This organization creates programming abroad that incorporates and teaches English to children in other countries.  I believe that children understanding English as well as respecting and preserving their native languages is essential for building a successful foundation of learning for any child.  I do not think that I have enough international experience to qualify for jobs that would really interest me but in order to get my foot in the door these jobs would be a great start.

http://www.worldteach.org/site/c.buLRIbNOIbJ2G/b.6150593/k.6341/Teach_English_Abroad_Jobs.htm

 

 

Updated: 13 November 2013

Teach English Abroad Jobs

WorldTeach Job Openings

OFFICE OF EDUCATION
Please send your resume and an Internship Application Form to the Director of Education, Jaime Bruce, at jbruce@worldteach.org to apply.

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (1 position available):  Design and implement evaluation plans for WorldTeach programs in Ecuador, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Chile, Namibia, Tanzania, India, Thailand, China, Micronesia and American Samoa.  The M&E Specialist will develop evaluation tools (including standards-based assessments), collect and analyze data, design training materials, and coordinate resources with field staff and volunteers. The internship is for the full academic year. Requirements include: experience developing or enacting monitoring and evaluating systems, non-profit work experience, teaching experience, strong writing and analytical skills, including experience with common software packages (e.g. STATA, SPSS, SAS), initiative and the ability to work independently on projects.

Program Assistant (1 position available):Reviewing, editing and organizing professional development materials, managing WorldTeachNet, our teacher training website, editing country-specific curricula and supplemental materials, and assisting with daily office administration.  Strong writing and administrative skills required. Previous teaching experience, as well as InDesign skills highly desirable. Semester and yearlong positions available

 

UNESCO is the third job that I found and really interest me the most.  I love that this organization uses education as a humanitarian effort.  Through collaboration through countries and their community all children and their families get an opportunity to learn.  I have not been able to figure out the international pay codes for certain types of positions. They salaries are on a tier system and I have not found what those salaries include.

I would hope that they would include medical, travel, and housing plus a salary.  Otherwise it would be impossible to uproot my family and move out of country.

http://en.unesco.org/careers/professional

 

 

UNESCO has two categories of Professionals:

·        International Professional staff are hired internationally and work in expert and/or managerial roles that require a significant level of technical expertise. Professional staff are expected to work across the globe.

·        National Professional Officers are nationals of the country in which they serve and perform functions of a professional nature requiring local knowledge, expertise and experience.

Who we are looking for?

We are looking for competent, dynamic and flexible professionals with creative thinking, who are proactive and responsive. We require individuals with strong personal integrity, who are fair, impartial and respectful of cultural diversity.

UNESCO employs professionals in :

Education

·        Sciences

·        Culture

·        Communication and Information

·        Administration and Management

·        Social Sciences

 Do you have the right profile?

Education:	An advanced university degree in education, culture, science, social and human sciences, communication, business administration or a related field.
Languages:	Fluent English or French (the two working languages of UNESCO) and a good working knowledge of the other language. Knowledge of Arabic, Chinese, Spanish or Russian is an additional asset.
Prior experience:	·        Junior level (P1/P2 or NOA/NOB): 2 to 4 years of experience; ·        Middle level (P3/P4 or NOC/NOD): 4 to 10 years of experience; ·        Senior level (P5 and above or NOE): 10 to 15 years of experience (including management experience).
Values:	Integrity, professionalism, respect for diversity and a strong commitment to UNESCO's mission.

UNESCO is committed to achieving geographical representation and gender equality within its staff.  Women and nationals from non-represented and under-represented Member States (see our current Geographic distribution table) are strongly encouraged to apply (for International professional positions).