Associate Project Officer (Culture)

Job Title: Associate Project Officer (Culture)

Organization: UNESCO

Post Number : CLT/PA 100

Grade : P-2

Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station: Paris, France

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) : 24-JUL-2023 

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 and the direct supervision of the Head of the Latin America and the Caribbean Unit (CLT/WHC/LAC), and in close cooperation with the Coordinator of the Programme on Culture and Digital Technologies and the Programme Specialist of WHC/LAC, the incumbent shall exercise the function of Associate Project Officer for the Culture Sector in contribution to the development, research, coordination, implementation, and reporting for the ‘Strengthening capacities for resilient communities though the Sustainable Tourism and Heritage Safeguarding’ project. The project is a joint initiative of the World Heritage Centre and Living Heritage Entity, and the incumbent shall contribute to the outputs relating to World Heritage and sustainable tourism. The project will be implemented within the Framework of the Funds-in-Trust agreement between the Ministry of Culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and UNESCO.

In particular, the incumbent will:

• Provide technical input into the conceptualization and design of project activities, undertaking research, compiling examples of best practice, and identifying experts and relevant partner institutions;
• Contribute to the preparation of detailed activity programming and work plans for each of the different components of the project related to World Heritage and sustainable tourism;
• Provide substantive and organisational support to ensure timely delivery of high quality outputs;
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings and workshops;
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, partners and the donor, developing mechanisms for frequent communication with focal points in the participating UNESCO Field Offices, World Heritage sites and countries;
• Contribute to the communication strategy to enhance the visibility of the project, including presenting the project in meetings, exhibitions, events etc. and developing press releases, news stories, social media etc;
• Contribute to the timely monitoring and reporting for the project both within UNESCO and with the external donor.

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 or equivalent) required in tourism, culture or in a related field.

Work Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years working experience in the field of tourism or culture, of which preferably at least one (1) year acquired at the international level.
• Experience in drafting project documents, workplans, reports etc.

Skills/Competencies

• Ability to collect, synthesise and analyse information from various sources.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to edit and draft clearly and concisely.
• Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload and meet tight deadlines, paying attention to detail and quality of work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a multi-cultural environment and to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good IT skills, including knowledge of MS software (Word, Excel etc.). 

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English (both written and spoken) and a good knowledge of French is an asset.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS 

Work Experience

• Experience in the field of sustainable tourism.
• Relevant professional experience in the United Nations System or other international development organization(s). 

Languages

• Good knowledge of Spanish (both written and spoken).
• Knowledge of another/other official UNESCO language(s) (Arabic, Chinese, French or Russian).

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 77 127 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.

UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.

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

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