Junior Consultant (Culture)

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : \[\[Culture\]\] Duty Station: \[\[Dhaka\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[4-6 months with the possibility of renewal based on performance\]\] Type of contract : \[\[Junior Consultant (Culture)\]\] Duration of contract : \[\[March-June 2024, with the possibility of renewal based on performance\]\] Recruitment open to : \[\[Internal and External candidates\]\] Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : \[\[24 February 2024\]\] UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the direct supervision of the Culture Unit and overall supervision of the Head of Office, the Individual Consultant will perform the following activities from March to June 2024. - Assist the Culture Unit in the planning and implementation of project activities including the organization of workshops and meetings, liaison with partners and stakeholders, and relevant follow-up especially for activities related to the 1972, 2003, and 2005 UNESCO Culture Convention - Contribute to the process of raising awareness of, and advocating for UNESCO’s culture mandate, including preparing speeches, letters or PPTs, stories, and contents for the culture website and social media Long Description ---------------- - Support in developing monthly cash forecast, payment to vendors, project budget plan and vendor creation and management, mission-related documents - Lead the CLT publication management and distribution - Represent the CLT unit in the Record management team and take responsibility as needed Long Description ---------------- - Actively engage in the planning and activities of the Green Team - Contribute to the strengthening of cooperation with partners including UN, development partners, private sector, NGOs, and assist with resource mobilization including the development of project proposals including relevant content for brochure/social media and website updates - Other duties as requested Undertake any other activities and duties assigned by the Culture Unit and the Head of Office. Long Description ---------------- **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) Strategic thinking (M) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- **Education** - Undergrad/Postgrad from a relevant subject **Work Experience** - Around two (2) years of relevant work experience in programme, and/or administrative support tasks or related tasks, preferably in an international environment. **Languages** - Excellent knowledge of English and Bangla - **Job Hours:** Full Time **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **Skills and competencies** - Good interpersonal and communication skills, including good drafting skills in English and/or French. - Ability to draft correspondence and correct documents. - Good organizational and coordination skills. - Discretion and capacity to deal efficiently and tactfully with people of different cultural backgrounds. - Diplomacy and politeness in dealing with external and internal partners requesting information. - Flexibility to adjust work schedules, priorities, and capacity to work effectively under pressure. - Good computer skills, proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Canva/photoshop etc.). - Strong knowledge of handling social media page **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- **APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:** Please note that all candidates must send: 1. A completed CV 2. Cover Letter 3. Expected monthly rates **Please send your Application by 24 February 2024 to:** 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.