Individual Consultant Contract (EES/MAB)

Consultant

Overview

Collect and analyze data to support MAB programme's digital transformation and biosphere reserve management.

You have:

• Master’s Degree in Environmental Science or a related field
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in the field of conservation and/or sustainability
• Experience working in an international organization or context
• Excellent knowledge of the English language (spoken and written)
• A working knowledge of French is desirable
• Understanding of key biodiversity concepts
• Data analysis and visualization skills

Contract

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Natural Sciences Sector (SC) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: Natural Sciences Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Duty Station Time) : 22-AUG-2025 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- In accordance with UNESCO’s Programme and Budget for 2024-2025 (42 C/5), Major Programme II: Natural Sciences – Strategic Objective 2, Outcome 3.SC1 – “Inclusive knowledge and capacities of Member States strengthened to advance and apply science for sustainable management of natural resources, ecosystem and biodiversity conservation and restoration, and disaster risk resilience”, under the authority of the Director of the Division of the Ecological and Earth Sciences and the overall responsibility of the Head of MAB Section: Network and Capacity Building, the consultant will collect and analyze data with the aim to: - Support the MAB programme’s digital transformation and the launch of a new digital platform in September 2025 - Update and complete the programme’s inventory of biosphere reserve documentation and related data - Identify trends and gaps in the financial structures of biosphere reserves Long Description ---------------- Specifically, the consultant will: 1\. Ensure that biosphere reserve documentation is correctly entered in the MAB database and ready for migration: a. Prepare documentation to be entered into the MAB database, ensuring the right format and tagging based on the contents. b. Review and flag documents that should be migrated to the new digital platform. 2\. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of biosphere reserve structured data: a. Update missing and incorrect data on area, population, center points. 3\. Undertake data analysis on the financial structure of biosphere reserves. a. Review data related to biosphere reserve budgets and funding structure. b. Prepare analysis and visualization of relevant financial data. An outline for the analysis should be determined in coordination with the Secretariat before proceeding. **EXPECTED DELIVERABLES** ------------------------- **EXPECTED DELIVERABLE**S - 1/a. Database up-to-date with all relevant documents, as well as tagging and metadata completed (around 900 documents). - - 1/b. Methodology developed and followed for flagging documents for migration. - - 2/a. Structured data entered into the database for all biosphere reserves. - - 3/a. A structured data table outlining trends in the financial structure of biosphere reserves. - - 3/b. An analysis report outlining main trends observed, and recommendations on how to visualize the relevant data. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (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** Master’s Degree in Environmental Science or a related field **Work Experience** - At least 2 years of relevant experience in the field of conservation and/or sustainability - Experience working in an international organization or context **Skills and competencies** - Understanding of key biodiversity concepts - Data analysis and visualization skills - Ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets - Critical thinking and problem solving **Languages** Excellent knowledge of the English language (spoken and written). Long Description ---------------- **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **Languages** - A working knowledge of French is desirable **HOW TO APPLY** ---------------- Interested candidates should click on “Apply Now” and download and complete the Employment History form (Word document) in “Employment History Form / My Documents”. Before uploading the document, at the end of the Word document, please insert the extra pages with the following required information **one combined file****:** 1. **Curriculum Vitae (CV):** An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) (maximum 2 pages) stating details of educational qualifications, work experience including prior experience of similar 2. **Technical proposal:** 1. Short Approach and Methodology to the consultancy (maximum 3 pages) identifying the specific components of the TOR and how the intended objectives and/or deliverables shall be addressed detailing progress, and timeline.. 2. A list of past similar examples of equivalent or comparable assignments drafted by the applicant with hyperlinks to access such documents if they are available online, or samples of such documents if they are only available offline. 3. **Financial proposal** in US dollars with a budget breakdown. Application should be done through Success Factor only. In case you are unable to attach the required documents in the system, you may send an email to [email protected] quoting the reference **(22876****)** in the subject line of your e-mail. **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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