Associate Project Officer (Culture)

OVERVIEW

Post Number : CLT/PA 094

Grade : P-1

Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station: Paris

Job Family: Culture

Type of contract : Project Appointment

Duration of contract : 1 year

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 30-NOV-2022

 

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

 

(Duration of contract: 1 year, with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance)

 

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

 

Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture (ADG/CLT), the general supervision of the Director of World Heritage(WH), and the direct supervision of the Head of the Africa Unit of the World Heritage Centre (WHC/AFR), the incumbent shall exercise the function of Associate Project Officer and will contribute to the planning, coordination, development, implementation and monitoring of the two strategic projects related to the development of nomination dossiers, particularly the 12 counties with no property inscribed on the World Heritage List in Africa:

1. Capacity-building programme for the nomination of World Heritage sites in the Africa Region, funded by the Japanese Fund in Trust (JFIT).
2. Supporting Capacity Building for Nomination Projects and promotion of WH Sites in East Africa funded by the Sultanate of Oman.

Long Description

In particular, s/he will :

 

• Contribute to the management of the project (planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting), in close cooperation with the partners and stakeholders involved.

 

• Contribute to the preparation and follow-up of the detailed activity programming for each of the different activities, including the preparation of contracts, follow-up on contract-implementation, budget management, organization and facilitation of expert meetings, and reporting.

 

• Participate in the preparation, organisation and implementation of capacity-building activities such as training, and awareness raising, in consultation with the relevant partners and States Parties.

 

• Support the organisation of international and national experts’ missions on the field.

 

• Draft, review comprehensive briefings and reporting on the projects' achievements, including the final project report and evaluation.

 

• Prepare and coordinate the communication and monitoring of the activities.

 

• Participate in the organisation of promotional activities such as side events during World Heritage events including Statutory meetings, online exhibitions, etc.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Communication (C) Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the field of cultural and/or natural heritage, history, social sciences, archaeology, communication, or a related area.

 

Work Experience

• A minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience in the field of cultural and/or natural heritage or a related area. 
• Experience in designing, managing and implementing projects related to the field of cultural and/or natural heritage concerning multiple countries in the African region.

 

Long Description

Skills/Competencies

• Strong written and oral communication skills, and a high level of drafting skills.
• Strong coordination and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and maintain effective team cooperation.
• Ability to take initiative and to manage competing priorities, with a strong capacity for accuracy, close attention to detail and quality of work.
• Excellent IT skills, including in standard office software (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Good skills in using social media and mobile applications to advocate for the outcomes of the project.

 

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English (both written and oral) or French and good knowledge of the other language.

  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education

• Training in the field of communication, cultural heritage or a related field.

 

Work Experience

• Relevant experience with UNESCO and understanding of the organization, including its administrative procedures and financial process.
• Proven experience in working with a country to support the development of nomination dossier, preferable in Africa.

Long Description

Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge of the World Heritage Convention and its processes, particularly, the nomination process for a country with no property on the List.
• Knowledge of the cultural and natural heritage field in the African region.
• Knowledge of UNESCO and its cultural Conventions and programmes.
• Ability to coordinate projects related to cultural and/or natural heritage (preparation of proposals, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation), overseeing project execution ensuring consistency and timeliness.
• Capacity to build partnerships and coordination with a wide range of partners and stakeholders within and outside the Organization.

 

Languages

• Knowledge of Chinese or Arabic languages would be an asset to facilitate communication with potential donors and institutions in these regions who have shown the willingness to support the implementation of Priority Africa (Flagship programme 3) to strengthen the representativity of Africa on the World Heritage List.

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.

The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 53 739 US $.

For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. 

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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