National Consultant for activities under UNESCO World Heritage Convention

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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) : 26-05-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- **A.Background** Within its culture programme which aims to support national partners in strengthening heritage regulatory framework 2018-2021, UNESCO seeks to support the improvement of heritage and visitation data collection between the local and central level. With the regard to the 3rd regional periodic reporting exercise of the WHS in the Asia-Pacific region under the World Heritage Convention which Viet Nam takes part in; it is timely for to finalize and advocate for an improved reporting mechanism between WHS and central level government agencies including Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. It is also timely to address more adequate attention to the preservation of intangible cultural heritage and the benefits of local communities living in the World Heritage sites. Long Description ---------------- **B.Key assignments** 1. Facilitate the national workshop on preparing the site level and country report to the Third Cycle of Periodic Report implementing the World Heritage Convention; 2. Finalize the draft WHS questionnaires and reporting forms, in cooperation with UNESCO responsible officers and focal personnel of Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism 3. Deliver the training on heritage and visitation data collection in preparation of Periodic Report under the UNESCO World Heritage Convention; 4. Conduct a research into the situation of ICH inventory, safeguarding and promotion at the World Heritage sites in Viet Nam, identify good practices, needs support and make recommendations to strengthen the ICH safeguarding and promotion at WHS, together with mechanisms empowering local people’s participation and benefits to and from cultural heritage preservation at WHS. Long Description ---------------- **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (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** --------------------------- - At least Bachelor’s degree in of Culture managements, Culture or Heritage studies or related Social Human Sciences fields; - At least 5 years of experiences in Culture and/or Heritage Management, Cultural industries, Policy development/advocacy or related fields; - Demonstrated satisfactory in research and writing skill. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- It is estimated that the Consultant will work intermittenly within the duration from June to November 2021. Please submit a financial proposal including proposed daily rate of consultancy fee and number of working days. If you have difficulty in attaching the financial proposal to an on-line application, please submit your financial proposal via email to [email protected]. **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.