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Project Officer (Communication and Information)

Paris

  • Organization: UNESCO - United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
  • Location: Paris
  • Grade: Mid level - P-3, International Professional - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Communication and Public Information
    • Project and Programme Management
  • Closing Date: Closed

OVERVIEW

Post Number : CI/PA-014

Grade : P-3

Parent Sector : Communication and Information Sector (CI)

Duty Station: Paris

Job Family: Programme Coordination

Type of contract : Project Appointment

Duration of contract : 1 year

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 09-DEC-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

The Communication and Information Sector's mission is to promote freedom of expression, media development and media literate societies, and to build knowledge societies through fostering universal access to information, innovation for sustainable development and the preservation of documentary heritage. (The role of this vacant position does not include responsibility for UNESCO's wider external communications, which is managed by the Division for Communications and Public Engagement.)

 

Under the authority of the Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information, the overall supervision of the Chief of Section for Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists (CI/FEJ), and the direct supervision of the relevant Senior Programme Specialist / Advisor for Communication and Information, the Project Officer will be recruited to support the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Global Media Defence Fund (GMDF), a Multi-Partner Trust Fund that supports not-for-profit organizations working on the ground at the local, regional, and international level in the undertaking or upscaling of projects that bolster journalists’ legal protection and/or enhance media freedom through investigative journalism or strategic litigation.

 

The Outcomes of the Global Media Defence Fund are in line with 41 C/5 Output 6.CI2 “Member States have strengthened capacities and raised awareness to enhance norms and policies related to freedom of expression, press freedom, safety of journalists, including women journalists, and the right to access information, online and offline”.

 

The Project Officer will also support the work of CI/FEJ and the overall mandate of the Section, as instructed by the supervisors.

Long Description

The post is located in the Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists Section of the Communication and Information Sector (CI/FEJ) at UNESCO’s Headquarters.

 

The main responsibilities of the Project Officer will be as follows:

 

Programme and Project Work:

  • Implement, monitor, evaluate and report on the Global Media Defence Fund programme; provide programme and project support related to the implementation of the GMDF, including the monitoring and technical backstopping of the implementation of contracts and partnerships under the GMDF, as well as technical support for the design and implementation of activities within projects; analyze specific data and needs and develop proposals for final review and approval.
  • Define and revise project requirements and specifications ensuring consistency with relevant priorities and available resources; conduct feasibility studies and draft reports; develop schedules and methods for managing project implementation.
  • Monitor project implementation and progress, participate in project review and evaluation meetings, and take action or provide substantive inputs to improve delivery and/or resolve implementation issues/challenges in collaboration with project staff and partners; identify, propose and develop collaborative projects; participate in C/5 and policy formulation discussions.

 

Advice and Knowledge Management:

  • Provide information and technical advice to governments, peers, management and colleagues on a variety of subject specific items in the area(s) of responsibility, such as tools, resources and relevant policies.
  • Remain aware of developments and advancements in area(s) of responsibility in order to inform and support governments, ministries and colleagues on policy formulation, project development, resources and best practices; ensure technical backstopping for projects and events and provide technical support to colleagues, Field Offices and Institutes as related to assignments and priorities.
  • Research, recommend and contribute to the development and expansion of a knowledge base on the particular area(s)/theme(s) of assignment, ensuring regular contributions to web and printed content and dissemination to colleagues, peers and stakeholders.
  • Carry out trend and priorities analysis, and research and recommend particular courses of action based on findings and provide inputs for the development of strategies and approaches.
Long Description

Networking and Partnerships:

  • Liaise with colleagues within the Sector and in other Sectors, Field Offices, Institutes and stakeholders to discuss developments and exchange and archive ideas.
  • Attend and participate in meetings, conferences, workshops and seminars, promoting knowledge sharing, contributing to advocacy efforts and promoting approaches and interventions of proven effectiveness.
  • Reach out to public and private sector partners and stakeholders to support project development, funding and implementation as well as relevant policies, strategies and plans.

 

Resource Mobilization:

  • Contribute to resource mobilization by playing an active role in funding and project proposal development, submission and follow-up; prepare a variety of inputs and work to generate GMDF-related funding and projects, taking into account Programme, Section, Sector, Member States and donor priorities; participate in fundraising events and activities.

 

Administrative Support:

  • Ensure support to events, key initiatives and conferences either hosted by UNESCO or requiring UNESCO presence; prepare inputs to the biennial and medium-term strategies, programmes and budget and reports, as well as Statutory meetings; update and monitor expenditures; coordinate and/or prepare reports, notes, memoranda, briefings and other correspondence and documents, including news articles and social media contributions.
  • Draft and edit information material, website articles, concept notes, speeches, correspondence, briefings, project proposals, policy guidelines, terms of reference, reports, agreements and other documents related to the implementation of the GMDF and in the areas of freedom of expression and safety of journalists.
  • Support the work of the CI/FEJ Section and other specific duties contributing to the Sector’s mandate, particularly in relation to events, launches, campaigns, and other key communication activities.
Long Description 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 Communication and Information, Law, Human Rights, International Public Management or other related fields.

 

Work experience

  • A minimum of four (4) years of progressively relevant professional experience in communication and information, international law and/or managing projects in the field of human rights (preferably freedom of expression and safety of journalists), of which preferably 2 years acquired at international level.
  • Experience in coordinating partnerships and activities as part of the implementation of a major project/fund.
  • Experience in resource mobilization involving a variety of contributions from different donors.

 

Skills/Competencies

  • Excellent organizational and planning skills, following a results-based approach.
  • Strong analytical, drafting and editing skills, and ability to draft, edit and produce reports on relevant issues.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to exchange information on complex issues. 
  • Excellent project management and coordination skills, results-based management and results-based budgeting.
  • Excellent IT skills, with proficiency in the use of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Excellent understanding of UNESCO’s work to promote freedom of expression and the safety of journalists, including specific threats faced by women journalists.
  • Flexibility to adjust work schedules and priorities; capacity to work effectively under pressure.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a complex and multicultural environment.


Languages

  • Excellent knowledge of English or French and very good knowledge of the other language.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

Work experience

  • Experience working with the United Nations or a comparable international organization.

 

Skills/Competencies

  • Good knowledge of UNESCO’s applications (DUO, etc.).
  • Good knowledge of UNESCO’s Administrative rules, regulations, procedures and standard practices.

 

Languages

  • Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

 

 

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 87 455 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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UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

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