Executive Officer

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This is a G-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 3 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Buenos Aires Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Administration Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 3 Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 29 SEPT 2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- As the only specialized semi-autonomous organization with the mandate to support educational policy, planning and management, the UNESCO International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP) plays a unique role within the United Nations system. IIEP was established in 1963 as an integral part of UNESCO. It supports ministries of education around the world and other key actors to plan and manage education systems through its programmes of training, technical assistance, policy research and knowledge sharing. The Institute launched its new Medium-Term Strategy (2022-2024) in December 2021. It draws on core and project funding to achieve its goals and objectives. This position is located in IIEP’s [Buenos Aires Office](https://www.buenosaires.iiep.unesco.org/). Under the overall authority of the Director of IIEP and immediate supervision of the Head of Office of IIEP Buenos Aires, and within the framework of IIEP’s mandate and Medium-Term Strategy, the incumbent will support the Head of Office of IIEP Buenos Aires in strategic planning and assist in the monitoring of the project portfolio. He or she will serve as fundraising focal point for the Office, supporting the Head of Office and colleagues’ fundraising efforts. The incumbent will collect project information, and coordinate the reporting of project results for institutional presentations and briefings as needed. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** ------------------------------- **1. SUPPORT IN STRATEGIC PLANNING AND REPORTING:** - Supports the Head of Office of IIEP Buenos Aires in strategic planning and reporting activities. - Assists the monitoring of the project portfolio by participating in regular and follow-up meetings with programmatic teams, maintaining an overview of ongoing project activities. - Leads weekly coordination meeting between the team leaders of programmatic areas of the office. - Collects project information and generates ad hoc reports, presentations and briefings requested by the Head of Office. - Assists the Head of Office and the programmatic areas in the review and follow-up of the objectives and lines of action established in the Office’s Action Plan for 2022-2025. - Supports the team in the co-definition of priority thematic axes for 2024. - Organizes and leads end of year meeting with complete team to reflect on progress against the defined objectives of the office and of each area. - Assists the Head of Office in other related tasks as requested. Long Description ---------------- **2. SUPPORT IN FUNDRAISING EFFORTS:** - Serves as fundraising focal point for the Office, carrying out the following activities: - Considering the overall IIEP Resource Mobilization (RM) Strategy, and the 2023 Annual RM Plan, assists the Head of Office in the development of the 2024 Annual RM plan for the Office, including: - Evaluation of the results of the previous year. - Prioritization of potential donors/partners to be addressed in 2024. - Possible outreach and fundraising strategies by priority thematic axes, articulating internal lines of action and considering possible strategic alliances beyond fundraising). - Reviews the status of the Office's resource mobilization efforts on a regular basis. - In collaboration with the Administration Officer, organizes quarterly review meetings with teams and prepares briefing report for IIEP Paris. - Regularly updates internal Follow-up document of extrabudgetary initiatives with the programmatic teams. - Supports colleagues in the approach and negotiations of fundraising initiatives. - Assists the Head of office in the preparation of missions and international events. - Carries out a mapping of the main political and thematic events of the education agenda at the regional level and evaluates/suggests the Office's potential participation in such events. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- **Education** - University degree in political science, international relations, public policy, public management, education, or in related fields of the social sciences. **Experience** - Minimum two (2) years of demonstrable experience in the field of strategic planning, international cooperation, policy planning and management, or fundraising. - Experience in national public institutions or international organizations. Long Description ---------------- **Skills & Competencies** - Demonstrable experience in building networking, partnerships and fundraising. - Experience in elaborating performance reports and/or institutional briefing documents and presentations. - Excellent knowledge of the educational systems of Latin America and the education policy agenda of the region. - Ability to work with and in multicultural teams and develop positive collegial relationships. - Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. - Ability to work proactively and adapt to changing circumstances. - Strong oral and written communication skills, including capacity to write clear prose. **Languages** - Excellent knowledge of Spanish and English. **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.*