Senior Consultant Job at UNICEF Rwanda – Support the Ministry of Education Mid-Term Review (Remote, 4 Months)

Location: Kigali, Rwanda (Remote)
Organization: UNICEF Rwanda
Duration: 4 Months (December 2025 – March 2026)
Contract Type: Consultancy
Deadline: 18 November 2025

Overview

UNICEF Rwanda is hiring a Senior Consultant to support the Ministry of Education in conducting the Mid-Term Review (MTR) of the Rwanda Partnership Compact implementation.

This short-term consultancy (4 months, remote-based) offers a rare opportunity for a high-level education policy and planning expert to contribute directly to Rwanda’s education system transformation.

About UNICEF Rwanda

UNICEF works across 190+ countries to protect and empower children by ensuring access to education, healthcare, and social protection.

In Rwanda, UNICEF plays a leading role in supporting the Ministry of Education and other partners to deliver inclusive, quality education for all boys and girls — aligning with the nation’s Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP 2024–2029).

About the Rwanda Partnership Compact

The Rwanda Partnership Compact, developed in 2023, is a national roadmap for education system transformation.
It focuses on three core outcomes:

1. Improved foundational learning for all children.

2. Timely enrollment and progression across all education levels.

3. Enhanced sector capacity, leadership, coordination, and financing.

The compact was built following Global Partnership for Education (GPE) guidelines and reflects Rwanda’s firm commitment to equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning.

By April 2025, the Compact reached its midpoint, making it the right moment for a rigorous mid-term review to assess progress and re-align actions with the ESSP (2024–2029).

Purpose of the Consultancy

The consultant will lead and coordinate the Mid-Term Review (MTR) of the Rwanda Partnership Compact, working directly with the Ministry of Education and in collaboration with UNICEF and education sector stakeholders.

The MTR aims to:

· Review progress and achievements under the Partnership Compact.

· Assess contributions of different programs toward reform goals.

· Align the Compact with the new Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP 2024–2029).

· Identify 6–10 key actions to accelerate progress.

· Propose new GPE 2030 funding areas and potential triggers.

This process will culminate in a high-level endorsement meeting where findings and future actions are agreed upon by the Education Sector Working Group.

Key Responsibilities

As the Senior Consultant, you will:

1️ Preparation and Country Self-Assessment

· Design a plan and timeline for the mid-term review process.

· Lead the task team from the Education Sector Working Group (ESWG).

· Conduct desk reviews, interviews, and consultations with key stakeholders.

· Analyze implementation progress against indicators.

· Complete the GPE MTR questionnaire, covering enabling factors and progress on the theory of change.

2️ Lead Inclusive Dialogue and Draft the Midterm Review Memo

· Facilitate participatory consultations with government officials, education partners, and donors.

· Propose changes and strategic adjustments to the Compact.

· Identify new GPE 2030 top-up triggers and financing areas.

· Draft the Midterm Review Memo, summarizing progress, challenges, and next steps.

3️ Facilitate Endorsement and Finalization

· Lead the endorsement meeting with the Ministry of Education and partners.

· Integrate all feedback into the final MTR documents.

· Prepare the Final Partnership Compact and Endorsed Review Memo for submission.

Deliverables and Payment Schedule

Deliverable	Description	Payment (%)
1. Country Self-Assessment	Analysis report and progress snapshot	25%
2. Midterm Review Memo	Revised Compact aligned with ESSP 2024–2029	35%
3. Final Endorsed Documents	Finalized Partnership Compact and MTR Memo	40%

Assignment Duration and Modality

· Duration: 4 months (December 2025 – March 2026)

· Work Mode: Remote (virtual collaboration with Ministry of Education and UNICEF)

Qualifications and Requirements

To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Education

· Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Economics, Education Sciences, Education Policy and Planning, or related fields.

· A PhD in a relevant discipline is an asset.

Professional Experience

· At least 8 years of relevant experience in education policy, planning, administration, and monitoring & evaluation (M&E).

· Familiarity with GPE processes and Partnership Compact frameworks is highly desirable.

· Proven experience in developing or reviewing education policy and strategy documents.

· Strong understanding of the Rwandan or regional education system context.

Skills and Competencies

· Excellent analytical, conceptual, and strategic thinking skills.

· Strong coordination and facilitation skills with multi-stakeholder groups.

· Exceptional communication, report writing, and presentation abilities.

· Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.

Why This Role Matters

This consultancy offers a unique platform to shape Rwanda’s education transformation journey and influence strategic decisions that affect millions of learners.

By helping refine and align the Rwanda Partnership Compact, the consultant will play a crucial role in ensuring:

· Better learning outcomes for all children,

· Stronger system accountability, and

· Sustainable education financing and reforms.

UNICEF’s Core Values

UNICEF promotes a work culture guided by CRITAS:

· Care

· Respect

· Integrity

· Trust

· Accountability

· Sustainability

UNICEF celebrates diversity and inclusion and provides equal opportunities for all qualified applicants, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, or background.

Important Notes

· Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

· The consultant will not be considered a UNICEF staff member but an independent contractor.

· Consultants must ensure valid health insurance and, where applicable, visa status.

· Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination (WHO-approved) may be required before the start of the assignment.

· UNICEF enforces a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment.

Deadline for Applications

18 November 2025 (South Africa Standard Time)

Apply early to ensure your application is considered.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

· A technical proposal (showing understanding, methodology, and experience), and

· A financial proposal (all-inclusive, competitive rate)

via the UNICEF Careers portal:
👉 https://jobs.unicef.org

Final Thoughts

This role is ideal for education experts who are passionate about system reform, evidence-based policymaking, and international collaboration.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on Rwanda’s education system and contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) — this UNICEF consultancy opportunity is for you.

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