Associate Project Officer

Overview

Support project coordination and implementation for UNESCO's initiatives.

You have:

• Advanced University degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Social and Human Sciences, International Relations, Social and Public sector innovation.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in the area of Social Sciences, knowledge-policy nexus or evidence-based policy making.
• Preferably 1 year of experience acquired at international level, with part of it acquired at the multi-lateral level.
• Experience in supporting programme design and implementation, including multi-country and EC-funded interventions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, particularly the ability to draft documents clearly.
• Excellent IT skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Good knowledge (spoken and written) of English and/or French and good knowledge of the other.

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 89,086 USD and 121,001 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : SHS/PA 049 Grade : P-2 Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: Social and Human Sciences Type of contract : Project Appointment Duration of contract : 1 year Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 12-NOV-2025 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Duration of contract: 1 year with the 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 Social and Human Sciences Sector (ADG/SHS), guidance of the Director for Social Policies and direct supervision of the Senior Project Officer. The incumbent will support the coordination of the country project teams put in place by UNESCO for the participating Member States. The Associate Project Officer will support the scale up and replication of the work in other UNESCO Member States, with its full integration in the UNESCO RP programme. The incumbent will equally support engagement with internal actors and external stakeholders to be involved in the work, as well as the individual and institutional suppliers required for the implementation of the project in accordance with the approved Description of Action (DoA)/Project Document. The Associate Project Officer, will be based at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, and will work within the frameworks of UNESCO’s Medium-Term Strategy (C/4), the approved Programme and Budget (C/5), the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and the approved project agreement between UNESCO and European Commission for the development of in-house consulting capacities in 6 Member States (hereafter referred to as the project). In particular, the incumbent shall: Long Description ---------------- - Support coordination and implementation of the project at the global and national outcome levels, as defined in the Description of Action (DoA)/project document; - Conduct high-quality research and draft substantive documentation required under the project, including policy- and action-oriented analysis related to as-is situations, to-be models, technical support and capacity building, EU expert network and reform blueprint; - Maintain regular contact with and support coordination of the on-site project teams and the beneficiary authorities in the 6 participating Member States and other jurisdictions replicating the work; - Organize and support the running project events, including the workings of the Project Advisory Group, National Coordination Groups, horizontal workshops, kick off meetings and missions; - Assist in the monitoring, reporting and regular communication on project implementation both internally and externally; - Establish and maintain professional contacts with relevant external organizations and individuals; - Assist in resource mobilization and scale-up of the project within and beyond the participating Member States; - Support the UNESCO Inclusive Policy Lab and the integration of the Project outcomes and scale up into the Lab, MOST and SHS-wide strategies; - Create and support the curation of Project’s EU expert network through UNESCO Inclusive Policy Lab, as well as expansion of the network to other UNESCO Member States in which the work is to be replicated. **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 degree or equivalent) in Social and Human Sciences International Relations, Social and Public sector innovation. Work Experience • Minimum 2 years of experience, of which preferably 1 year acquired at international level, of relevant professional experience in the area of Social Sciences, knowledge-policy nexus or evidence-based policy making, with part of it acquired at the multi-lateral level. • Experience in supporting programme design and implementation, including multi-country and EC-funded interventions. • Experience liaising and collaborating with stakeholders. Skills / Competencies • Capacity to build and maintain effective working relations with national/local authorities, relevant institutions, and intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, including through networking. • Excellent written and oral communication skills, in particular the ability to collect, synthesize and analyze information from various sources and on this basis, draft working and information documents in a clear and concise manner. • Capability to provide quality and timely support and services. • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural team with sensitivity and respect for diversity. • Excellent IT skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Long Description ---------------- Language requirements • Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English and/or French and good knowledge of the other. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- Education • Post-graduate specialization in Social and Human Sciences International Relations, Social and Public sector innovation. Work Experience • Work experience in similar functions within the United Nations system or an international organization/institution. Languages - Good knowledge of another UNESCO language (Arabic, Chinese, Spanish 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. The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 86, 881 US $. 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 an 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://www.unesco.org/en/geo-distribution)) 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.* Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.

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