Associate Programme Coordinator (Culture, programme monitoring)

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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This is a P-1 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 1 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 71,527 USD and 98,851 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : CLT 302 Grade : P-1 / P-2 Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: Culture Type of contract : Fixed Term Duration of contract : 2 years Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 25-FEB-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- The Executive Office provides strategic advice, quality control and management support to the Assistant Director-General for Culture (ADG/CLT) and ensures the overall coordination of the development, implementation and monitoring of the approved programme and budget of the Culture Sector, as well as the Sector's communication and programme coordination with other Sectors/Entities/Units at UNESCO, with other agencies of the UN System and with external partners. Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Executive Office of the Culture Sector (Chief CLT/EO), the Associate Programme Coordinator contributes to the planning, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of the implementation of Major Programme IV (Culture) and its contribution to intersectoral, transversal and UN-wide reports and exercises. In particular, the incumbent will: Long Description ---------------- - Monitor, process and synthesize Sector-wide inputs, including through the relevant IT systems, in view of the preparation of strategic programme documents and periodic analytical reports on programme implementation to the Director-General and the UNESCO Governing Bodies; Ensure quality control and monitor the timeliness and accuracy of data entries and validations to report on the implementation of the Culture Programme, including on transversal matters such as UNESCO’s Global Priorities and priority groups; Collect and synthesize inputs from the Entities of the Culture Sector and prepare, consolidate and draft management responses to internal and external audits and evaluations. Long Description ---------------- - Contribute to the development, monitoring and evaluation of strategic partnerships and voluntary-funded activities of the Sector, including by preparing and coordinating the donors/partners review and evaluation meetings for the Culture Sector, and ensuring the timely consolidation and quality control of concept notes, draft agreements and progress reports from the Entities of the Culture Sector and Field Offices; Organize and participate in meetings with new and ongoing partners, with both the public and the private sectors, ensuring the preparation of appropriate briefing notes and talking points for higher management; Establish and maintain a partnerships database on potential and ongoing partnerships and projects, including qualitative and quantitative information as well as relevant inputs from the Entities of the Culture Sector and other sectors and services as appropriate. Long Description ---------------- - Monitor the preparation and ensure the timely delivery of statutory documents, as well as information materials for the Director-General, ADG/CLT and Chief CLT/EO, in view of the sessions of the Executive Board and the General Conference, and the statutory meetings of the Culture Conventions; Coordinate the follow-up of decisions and resolutions. - Ensure the coordination, management, evaluation and analysis of the UNESCO Participation Programme (PP) and the UNESCO Chairs in the field of culture, as well as the Universal Periodic Reporting (UPR) Mechanism, the UNESCO Country Programming Documents (UCPDs) and other relevant UN exercises, in close cooperation with the Entities of the Culture Sector and relevant central services at UNESCO. **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](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- ***Education*** - Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) required in culture, social sciences, humanities, political science, international relations, law, public administration or related discipline. ***Work Experience*** - A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in the field of culture, of which preferably one (1) year acquired at international level. - Experience in programme coordination and liaison with external partners. - Experience in coordinating a variety of contributions and inputs with the view to elaborate documents in urgent situations. ***Skills & Competencies*** - Excellent coordination skills and ability to maintain effective working relations with a variety of stakeholders and external partners. - Excellent analytical, diplomacy and advocacy skills, in particular the ability to collect, synthesize and analyse information from various sources and convey messages. - Ability to work under pressure. - Ability to take initiative and to manage competing priorities, organize and prioritize heavy workloads to meet established and short deadlines, with a strong capacity for accuracy, close attention to detail and quality of work. - Demonstrated ability to address complex issues, which can be of a sensitive nature. - Good IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.). ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge of English (both written and spoken) or French and good knowledge of the other language. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Work Experience*** - Relevant professional experience in the United Nations System or other international development organization(s). - Experience to liaise effectively with various stakeholders, both internal and external. ***Skills & Competencies*** - Good knowledge of the UNESCO Culture Conventions, Recommendations, and programmes in the field of culture. - Good knowledge of UNESCO’s rules, regulations and procedures. - Proven ability to maintain effective working relations in a multicultural environment. ***Languages*** - Good written and oral communication skills in another/other official UNESCO language(s) (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. 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** ------------------------------------- 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 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 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”.*