Associate Desk Officer (Latin American & Caribbean Unit)

Contract

This is a P-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 92,488 USD and 125,622 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** Post Number : PAX 313 Grade : P-2 Parent Sector : Priority Africa and External Relations Sector (PAX) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: External Relations Type of contract : Fixed Term Duration of contract : 2 years Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 20-NOV-2020 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Priority Africa and External Relations (ADG/PAX), the Director of the Division of External Relations (PAX/DRX) and the Chief of the Relations with Member States Section (PAX/DRX/RMS), and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Latin American and Caribbean Unit (PAX/DRX/RMS/LAC), the incumbent will contribute to strengthening UNESCO’s cooperation with the Member States, as well as regional and sub-regional organizations in the Region. The incumbent will be expected to perform the following tasks: - Prepare analytical and briefing notes on UNESCO's cooperation with Member States concerned for the Director-General's bilateral meetings and official visits in consultation with the concerned units of the Secretariat, update country profiles data in website. - Act as a front desk for dealing with a wide range of issues referred by Member States, Permanent Delegations, Representatives to the Executive Board and officials of National Commissions. Provide timely, accurate and specific information in response to their queries, thus contributing to establishing and maintaining close working relationships and ensuring regular exchange of information with them. - Provide timely briefings in reaction to events and proposals of appropriate follow-up action on the part of the Director-General. This involves close follow-up of MoUs or events which might affect the political situation in the Member States concerned, assessment of the actual and potential political impact of regional, sub-regional and national issues within UNESCO's fields of competence. - Analyse files and correspondence from Programme Sectors to assess their political sensitivity and defer potential issues to the supervisor. Contribute to the Section's daily work by representing the Section at relevant conferences and meetings as and when designated by the supervisor, preparing contributions to the Director-General reports to the Executive Board and General Conference; contribute, when required, to the speeches and messages of the Director-General and the Assistant Director-General addressed to Member States in the region. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** Communication (C) Accountability (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) **-** For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** ***Education*** - Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in the field of International Relations, Political science, Law or in other related area. ***Work Experience*** - A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in the field of international cooperation, international relations and/or diplomacy. ***Skills/Competencies*** - Proven organizational and analytical skills including demonstrated ability to provide advice and analysis. - Very good written and oral communication skills with ability to produce quality briefings. - Excellent interpersonal skills. - Proven ability to communicate, advocate, and exchange with colleagues, staff and stakeholders within and outside the Organization. - Proven ability to work effectively in a team in a multicultural environment. - Sense of diplomacy, tact and discretion. ***LANGUAGES*** - Excellent knowledge of English or French and good knowledge of the other language. - Excellent knowledge of Spanish. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ***Education*** - Training or diploma in geopolitics of the Latin America and Caribbean region. ***Work Experience*** - Experience in the preparation of factual and substantive briefing notes. - Relevant experience acquired at the international level. ***Skills/Competencies*** - Knowledge of the Latin America and Caribbean region’s geopolitics. - Capacity to actively participate in building and strengthening relations with Member States and partners. - Familiarity with the work and general functioning of international organizations and/or the UN system. ***Languages*** - Knowledge of other UNESCO official language (Arabic, Chinese and 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. For more information in benefits and entitlements, please consult [ICSC website.](https://icsc.un.org/) **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.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) 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. **Footer** UNESCO applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieve and sustain 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. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities, as well as nationals from non-and under-represented Member States [(last update here)](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution) 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.