Associate Project Officer

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 81,014 USD and 110,037 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 4KHSC 0002PA Grade : P-2 Parent Sector : Natural Sciences Sector (SC) Duty Station: Phnom Penh Job Family: Natural Sciences Type of contract : Project Appointment Duration of contract : 1 year Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 10-JAN-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Duration of contract: initially 1 year, with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.*** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the direct supervision of the Head of Office in UNESCO Phnom Penh Office, in consultation with UNESCO Regional Bureaus and the Natural Sciences Sector, specifically the Division of Earth Sciences and relevant sectors at HQ, and in coordination with the Cambodia Programme for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth in the Fisheries Sector project's (CAPFISH-Capture project) Chief Technical Advisor (CTA), the incumbent will provide coordination, technical assistance and management support for implementation of the UNESCO Phnom Penh Office’s Extrabudgetary project on “Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve”. Long Description ---------------- In particular the incumbent will: - Support the overall management of the project, including facilitating timely implementation of project activities, preparing project work-plans, progress reports, and budgetary financial reporting. Prepare project procurement, and visibility communication strategies. - Coordinate with donors, EU and FAO, to fulfill reporting requirements in a timely manner. - Provide technical assistance for coordination and management of the high-level Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve Coordinating Committee TSBR-CC. Support smooth functioning of the secretariat of the high-level TSBR-CC, including effective relationship and data-management for the TSBR’s activities. Long Description ---------------- - Liaise with national partners, UNESCO’s regional and global teams, development partners, and relevant stakeholders, to provide assistance in determining project progress, identifying barriers, and supporting timely implementation of project activities. - Support in identifying experts and partners, including preparing Terms of Reference and providing technical assistance for subject-expert missions, assessments and studies. - Manage and conduct field-level missions, in consultation with subject-experts, officials, and relevant project partners to undertake assessments, establish baselines and provide technical assistance for improving management of the lake. Long Description ---------------- - Maintain and strengthen strategic partnerships, including with academic institutes and universities, with stakeholders working at the Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve, to support better coordination of activities at the lake, and promote environmental conservation and sustainable development, in line with UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere MAB frameworks. - Organize and coordinate workshops, conferences and consultative meetings, to connect TSBR with the global MAB frameworks, facilitate knowledge exchange, promote awareness about the TSBR, and strengthen consultative process for implementation of TSBR management plans. **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 (Master’s or equivalent) in the relevant field such as natural resource management, environmental studies, development economics, public policy or related a social sciences field. ***Work Experience*** - Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in the areas of the Natural and environmental sciences and in development economics, public policy. - Experience in project management, notably in designing, planning, developing, monitoring and implementing projects in the natural and environmental sciences, and/or disaster risk reduction and climate change. ***Skills and competencies*** - Ability to work in a multicultural team and environment. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills written and spoken. - Ability to maintain partnerships and fundraising in the area of the natural and environmental sciences, and/or climate change. - Strong IT skills including knowledge of standard office software. ***Languages*** • Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken). **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Education*** - University degree in natural resource management and/or development studies or management. ***Work Experience*** - Relevant experience working in a coordination role, dealing with governments, development partners and engaging various stakeholders. - Experience working on natural resource management projects is desirable. - Experience acquired at the international level. ***Skills and competencies*** - Ability to coordinate projects in a complex environment. - Knowledge of UNESCO’s Natural Sciences programmes and global priorities. - Knowledge of the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and UN’s sustainable development frameworks. - Ability to interact with a wide range of high–level partners. - Good fund-raising and resource mobilization skills. **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”.*