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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT) Duty Station: Hanoi Job Family: Culture Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15-Jun-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- 1. **Background** Within the framework of the UNESCO project “promoting sustainable tourism and private sector engagement for inclusive community development in response to the COVID-19 crisis”, UNESCO is seeking for individual consultant to improve the local products’ connections with the heritage for better income opportunities and stronger resilience of local community in the post Covid19 recovery. This assignment is purposed to (1) advise an inventory of relevant local products and services that are heritage friendly, (2) propose local livelihoods strategies capitalizing the advantages of WH destinations, and (3) recommend the solutions to improve the branding, interpretation and communications of local products and services in linkages with Trang An World Heritage Site (WHS). Long Description ---------------- **B. Assignments** The individual consultant under the overall authority of the UNESCO Representative in Viet Nam, in supervision of the Chief of Culture Unit and the direct coordination of the Project Coordinator at the UNESCO Field Office in Ha Noi, shall be able to conduct the following tasks: 1\. Advise an inventory of relevant and heritage-friendly local products and services. a. Develop a research framework and plan b. Undertake 03 missions (04 days each) in Trang An WHS region, Ninh Binh to conduct the inventory and field assessment. 2\. Analysis and Presentation a. Conduct data analysis and develop the report which shall include the proposed local livehood strategies capitalizing the advantages of WH destinations. b. Present key findings to UNESCO and relevant stakeholders c. Conduct 02 mission (02 days each) in Trang An WH region to participate to the seminars and deliver the presentations d. Finalize the report in consultation with UNESCO with proposal of dissemination Long Description ---------------- 3\. Technical support to improve the branding, interpretation and communications of local products and services in linkages with Trang An WHS a. Propose recommendations to improve local products and services’ interpretation and communications. b. Advise and facilitate the industry partnerships and networking to support the market access of local products and services **C. Deliverables** **Key products must be in both English and Vietnamese** 1. A research framework and plan ( 30 June 2022) 2. A progress report including raw data and findings from field assessment (30 July 2022) 3. Final technical report (15 August 2022) **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Strategic thinking (M) Communication (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- - At least Master’s degree in of Culture or Heritage studies, Tourism Management or related fields; - At least 5 years of experiences in Culture or Heritage studies, Tourism Management or related fields; - Demonstrated satisfactory in research and writing skill. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- It is estimated that the Consultant will work intermittently within the duration from June to August 2022. Please submit a financial proposal including proposed daily rate of consultancy fee, number of working day and travel lump sump by COB 15 June 2022 at the latest. If you have difficulty in attaching the financial proposal to an on-line application, please submit your financial proposal via email to . **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 applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieve and sustain 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. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities, as well as nationals from non-and under-represented Member States [(last update here)](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution) 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.