Associate National Events and Logistics Officer

Contract

This is a NO-B contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 1,763 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 3CUCLT0005PA Grade : NO-B Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT) Duty Station: Havana 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-OCT-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Only nationals of Cuba may apply to this position*** ***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 UNESCO Regional Office for Culture in Latin America and the Caribbean is implementing, with funding from the European Union, the programme ‘Transcultura: Integrating Cuba, the Caribbean and the European Union through Culture and Creativity’. The Programme is built on two components: the first focusing on strengthening the skills and capacities of young cultural professionals and the second on enhancing opportunities through knowledge transfer and exchanges. It includes the establishment of a regional Cultural Training Hub in Cuba and will create opportunities for entrepreneurship, socio-economic projects and collaboration in the cultural and creative sectors, heritage and tourism within the Caribbean region and with the European Union. Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office for Culture in Latin America and the Caribbean, and the direct supervision of the Transcultura Programme Coordinator within the Office, the Events and Logistics Officer will carry out the following responsibilities: Long Description ---------------- - Ensure the organization and monitoring of governance, visibility and programmatic events implemented in the framework of the Transcultura programme, including organizing the participation of beneficiaries, planning and supporting the missions of UNESCO teams, and launching the necessary contractual arrangements; - Plan and oversee logistical processes related to equipment and material acquired by the Office in the context of Programme implementation, including nationalization of goods and delivery to recipient institutions; Long Description ---------------- - Support any programme activities involving logistics, such as interviews of beneficiaries, receipt and distribution of office equipment, production and distribution of promotional materials, transportation of team members, and so forth; - Liaise with relevant counterparts, stakeholders, beneficiaries and contractors; - Support programme communication and visibility efforts, as well as planning, reporting and knowledge management in the areas of events and logistics. Long Description ---------------- **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Accountability (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 business administration, events management, engineering, or other related fields. ***Work Experience*** - A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in the organization and monitoring of events and in planning and oversight of logistical processes. - Experience working in and with the Caribbean and Latin American Region. ***Skills and competencies*** - Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as ability to set priorities, to ensure compliance with rules and administrative guidelines. - Ability to establish good working relationships with internal and external colleagues, experts, partners and stakeholders. - Ability to work effectively in a team and to maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment. - Sound judgement, and high standards of integrity, discretion and confidentiality. - Excellent IT skills, including advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge (oral and written) of Spanish and good knowledge of English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Work Experience*** - Experience in the cultural and creative sectors, heritage or tourism. - Experience engaging government agencies, partner institutions and/or donors and in developing partnerships. - Experience working with the UN System or the European Union. ***Languages*** - Knowledge of French. **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 full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our [Guide to Staff Benefits.](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/unesco-staff-compensation-booklet_en.pdf) **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- To apply for this position you can either submit your application on this vacancy notice at Success Factors or send it to **[email protected]** Kindly note that if you decide to send it to the email referred before, the application should include at least the Curriculum Vitae and the Motivation Letter. The deadline is set for **October 24, 2022 (midnight, Paris time)**. 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 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](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution)) 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.*