Middle-level Consultant (CI/FEM/MAS) 1 1

Consultant

Overview

Coordinate and support UNESCO's Media and Information Literacy programs and events.

You have:

• Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in communications, media studies, international development, or relevant fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in communications, MIL, event organization, project management, and research.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and drafting skills.
• Good data analysis, background research, and project management skills.
• Knowledge in finances, accounting and programming.
• Excellent organization and planning skills, including the ability to organize own work priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Solid computer skills including advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, EMS Office, and Stata.
• Excellent knowledge (written and oral) of English or French and good working knowledge of the other language.
• Good knowledge of another UNESCO official language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish).

Contract

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Communication and Information Sector (CI) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: Programme Coordination Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15-FEB-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Chief of Section for Media and Information Literacy and Media Development (CI/MID) and the direct supervision of the Programme Specialist responsible for UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy (MIL) programme, the Individual Specialist shall: • Assist with the overall coordination of the MIL component of the Multi-Donor Programme for Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists; • Contribute the revision of strategy to increase impact of the project and the preparation of draft proposals for a new phase of the project; • Support strategies to be implemented to achieve synergies with other UNESCO Sectors on MIL including a communication strategy; • Assist with the strategic planning, organization, and promotion of Global MIL Week 2021 (24-31 October 2021) and its feature events; liaise with speakers, participants, and partners; aid preparation of the Feature Conference agenda; organize logistics; and mobilize local celebration events around the world; • Contribute technically to the updating of the UNESCO’s new model MIL Curriculum for Teachers, and the planned launch to be carried out in 2021; • Support the finalization and of the In-Focus World Trends Report on Mapping Media and Information Literacy Development Globally and its planned launch in 2021; • Make technical inputs to the strategic growth of the UNESCO MIL Alliance as well as the coordination and expansion of the UNESCO MIL Cities network; • Prepare news items, reports, synthesis notes, and briefings related to ongoing and future MIL projects, activities and events; carry out relevant desk research; • Provide support to the updating of UNESCO’s MIL-related web pages; review the current structure, content and statistics, prepare a systematic plan for updating, and produce relevant new content; contribute to building a dedicated website showcasing the impact of UNESCO’s work on MIL; • Undertake any other tasks assigned by the Chief of Section. **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*** - Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in communications, media studies, international development, or relevant fields. ***Work Experience*** - At least 5 years of experience in communications, MIL, event organization, project management, and research. - Experience with UNESCO and/or the United Nations system and understanding of their functioning and procedures. ***Skills/Competencies*** - Excellent communication (oral and written) and drafting skills. - Good data analysis, background research, and project management skills. - Knowledge in finances, accounting and programming. - Excellent organization and planning skills, including the ability to organize own work priorities and deadlines. Discretion and maturity of judgement are required. - Ability to work under pressure. - Solid computer skills including advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, EMS Office, and Stata. ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge (written and oral) of English or French and good working knowledge of the other language. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Languages*** - Good knowledge of another UNESCO official language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish). **APPLICATION PROCEDURE** ------------------------- Interested candidates should complete the on-line application and complete the UNESCO Employment History form (Word file). At the end of the Word file, insert extra pages with the following required information: Part 1. A Technical Proposal consisting of: - An up-to-date curriculum vitae, including two references from different institutions that may be contacted; - A cover letter indicating how their qualifications and experience make them suitable for the assignment (500 words max); Part 2. Financial Proposal. The amount to be charged for the assignment, which should be quoted in EUR expressed on a monthly basis (with maximum amount of 3,000 EUR per month). Only applications providing the information requested under application procedure will be considered. Additional Information: - The selected candidate will be present at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris; - Contract duration is for a period of 11 months (from February to December 2021). **ASSESSMENT** -------------- Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment UNESCO is committed to promoting geographical distribution ([last update](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution)) and gender equality within its Secretariat. Therefore, women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, as well as nationals from non- and under-represented Member States. Persons with disabilities are also encouraged to apply. 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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