UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer

06/02/2024

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Overview

Post Number: SHS/PA 040
Grade: P-2
Parent Sector: Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Social and Human Sciences
Type of Contract: Project Appointment
Duration of Contract: 1 year
Recruitment Open to: Internal and External Candidates
Application Deadline: 14-FEB-2024
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

Duration of Contract: 1 year with the possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

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UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Social and Human Sciences (ADG/SHS), guidance from the Director for Research, Ethics, and Inclusion (REI), the Chief of the Section Inclusion, Rights, and Intercultural Dialogue (IRD), and direct supervision from a Programme Specialist in the Section for Inclusion, Rights, and Intercultural Dialogue, the Associate Project Officer will oversee the coordination of component 2 of the ‘Fostering Positive Transformations in AlUla project. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer

The project aims to bolster the development of intercultural competences for intercultural learning, exchange, and dialogue, aligning with the Saudi Vision 2030 and Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU)’s strategy. The project intends to create scalable models that align with the UN 2030 Agenda. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide overall coordination for the delivery of component 2, including budget oversight, contractor supervision, liaison with internal and external partners, and reporting to the donor. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer
Coordinate training for the Royal Commission for Al Ula staff on UNESCO methodologies for intercultural competencies.
Offer technical assistance to facilitate the implementation of methodologies, supporting the development of tailored ‘Plans of Action’.
Coordinate the development of a ‘human museum’ within the Al Ula Masterplan, institutionalizing methodologies for intercultural competencies. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer
Oversee outreach activities, including a photo exhibition, short documentary, and publication, promoting engagement with intercultural competency methodologies. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer
Provide assistance for any other activities within the project framework.

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)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Master’s Degree in the Social or Human Sciences (or other relevant field).
A first-level university degree with an additional two years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer

Work Experience

Minimum two years of progressive relevant professional experience in the social and human sciences or related fields.
Experience liaising and collaborating with stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies

Good analytical/synthesis skills.
Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
Knowledge of e-learning tools and methods.
Excellent organizational skills.
Experience managing trainers and facilitators for capacity-building.
Experience managing donor relations.
Experience managing external contractors.
Ability to work effectively in a team and maintain good working relations within a multi-cultural environment.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and learn quickly on the job.

Languages

Excellent knowledge of English and French. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer
Knowledge of another official UNESCO language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and/or Spanish) is an advantage.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience

Demonstrated experience in international cooperation programs.
Work experience on building knowledge-policy nexus, focusing on supporting social sciences, philosophy, and humanities’ contributions.
Relevant international experience. UNESCO Hiring Associate Project Officer

Skills and Competencies

Familiarity with the work and general functioning of international organizations, the United Nations System, or multilateral institutions/organization settings.

Languages

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

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

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

The approximate annual starting salary for this post is $78,134 US.

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

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Candidates must complete an online application and provide complete and accurate information. The evaluation includes tests and/or assessments and a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses various communication technologies for assessment and evaluation.

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted, and the final selection step includes reference checks.

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