Associate Project Officer (Social and Human Sciences)

Overview

Provide administrative and communication support for Silk Roads and Intercultural Dialogue Programmes.

You have:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in social and human sciences, communications, media or closely related field(s).
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant work experience, of which preferably one (1) year is acquired operating with international projects and/or organizations.
• Experience in advocacy or influencing.
• Excellent knowledge (oral and written) of English or French and good knowledge (oral and written) of the other.
• Good knowledge of another UNESCO language (Arabic, Chinese, Spanish and Russian).

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 036 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) : 03-JAN-2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **Duration of contract: 1 year with 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 (ADG/SHS), and direct supervision of the Chief of Inclusion, Rights and Intercultural Dialogue Section, and the Programme Specialist in charge of the Silk Roads Programme, the incumbent shall perform a full range of administrative and communication support tasks for the smooth and efficient organization and delivery of the Silk Roads and Intercultural Dialogue Programmes. More particularly, s/he will: - Contribute to the daily implementation of the Silk Roads and Intercultural Dialogue Programme activities; - Coordinate the organization of events and meetings of the Silk Roads & Intercultural Dialogue Programmes and assist the Programme Specialist by providing administrative and substantive support including proposing agenda topics, researching and drafting meeting minutes and summaries, handling logistics, preparing budgets, and facilitating stakeholder engagement; - Ensure the communication and outreach activities of the Silk Roads programme and the Silk Roads Online Platform in English and French, and in coordination with SHS communication officer, assist in production of promotional materials of the Silk Roads Programmes and support the editorial work of the Silk Roads Online Platform; - Assure and coordinate the “call for proposals”, “submission management”, and “evaluation process”, “winners’ proclamation” of the Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads photo contest. Follow up and coordinate the publication of the photo albums of the photo contest. Contribute to the communication and outreach of the photo contest; - Liaise and maintain collaborative contact with stakeholders, including with the International Network of Focal Points of the Silk Roads Programme; - Assist the programme specialist in drafting of reports, memos, and implement actions following events and activities; - Assure administrative tasks for the programme including identification of needs, definition of priorities and agendas, and supervising interns in collaboration with the Programme Specialist and Chief of Section; - Additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work of the Inclusion, Rights and Intercultural Dialogue Section. **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, communications, media or closely related field(s). **Work Experience** - Minimum two (2) years of relevant work experience, of which preferably one (1) year is acquired operating with international projects and/or organizations. - Experience in advocacy or influencing. **Skills & Competencies** - Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to draft clearly and concisely for different types of audiences and different platforms. - Good organizational and planning skills, and an ability to priorities and meet established deadlines. - Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to maintain effective working relations within a multi-cultural environment and with partners outside of the organization. - Ability to work effectively under pressure, to manage heavy workload. - Ability to establish excellent working relationships within a multicultural team. - Excellent IT skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. **Languages** - Excellent knowledge (oral and written) of English or French and good knowledge (oral and written) of the other. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **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 74,767.57 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.*

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