Associate Project Officer (Culture)

Contract

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/PA 095 Grade : P-1 Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT) Duty Station: Paris 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) : 27-JAN-2023 **Extended** UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Initial 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** ----------------------------------------- The Diversity of Cultural Expressions Entity promotes the diversity of cultural expressions and the creative economy as vectors for sustainable development. Its mission is to ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of the 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions and the 1980 Recommendation concerning the Status of the Artist. The Entity fosters international cooperation by providing assistance to governments around the world to design, monitor, and evaluate policies. It also provides support to the sound decision-making of the Convention’s governing bodies through knowledge sharing and data collection, analysis, and distribution. Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture, the general supervision of the Chief of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions Entity, and the direct supervision of the Head of the Statutory Meetings and Research Unit, the Associate Project Officer will contribute to the development and execution of activities to monitor the implementation of the 2005 Convention by its Parties through research, the production and management of knowledge and publications, in the framework of the project “ReShaping policies for creativity and artistic freedom” (Phase III UNESCO/Sida project), funded by Sweden. Long Description ---------------- In particular, the incumbent will perform the following duties: - Support the management and analysis of the quadrennial periodic reports to the 2005 Convention by categorizing them in accordance with the Monitoring Framework of the Convention, key transversal themes and UNESCO’s priorities; - Assist in the maintenance and development of the Policy Monitoring Platform, which monitors the implementation of the 2005 Convention around the world on the basis of the quadrennial periodic reports to the 2005 Convention submitted by the Parties, including the identification of one innovative measure for each of the areas of monitoring of the Convention and drafting of a revised presentation highlighting how these measures contribute to implementing both the 2005 Convention and targeted Sustainable Development Goals; Long Description ---------------- - Contribute to and support the preparation of the next edition of the Global Report “ReIShaping policies for creativity” by undertaking research activities, compiling and analysing information and data, drafting cases studies and assisting the organization of the Editorial Boards; - Contribute to the promotion and dissemination of the Global Report through the development of communication materials, as well as support to promotional events organized at the national, regional and international levels; - Participate in the preparation of capacity-building tools and guidelines on policy monitoring to support the Parties, civil society organisations, UNESCO Field Offices and members of the 2005 Convention Expert Facility in collaboration with other colleagues. **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 degree) in the field of cultural policies and/or cultural and creative industries or a related area. ***Work Experience*** - A minimum of one (1) year of relevant professional experience in monitoring and/or evaluating cultural policies or the cultural and creative industries. Long Description ---------------- ***Skills and Competencies*** - Excellent written and oral communication skills, in particular the ability to collect, synthesize and analyse information from various sources and to write documents in a clear and concise manner. - Strong research and analytical skills and attention to detail. - Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to maintain effective working relations within a multicultural environment. - Solid computer and other IT skills. ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge of either English or French and good knowledge of the other language. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Work Experience*** - Professional experience in data analysis and knowledge production. - Experience in elaborating and implementing knowledge management systems. ***Skills/Competencies*** - Knowledge of UNESCO’s standard setting instruments and programmes in the field of culture and good knowledge of the 2005 Convention. - Familiarity with the work and general functioning of the United Nations system or an international organization. ***Languages*** - Knowledge of another/other official language(s) of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, 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. The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 58 477 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 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.*