National Consultant for Culture

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT) Duty Station: Kabul Job Family: Culture Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 22-APR-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Committed to the Afghanistan Millennium Development Goals, National Development Strategy and Compact, the Afghanistan National Peace and Development Framework (ANPDF 2017-2021) and the UNESCO Country Strategy 2018-2021 for Afghanistan, UNESCO, as a specialized agency of the United Nations system, promotes education, science, culture, communication and access to information in order to foster peace through dialogue. UNESCO also strives to tackle poverty, strengthen sustainable development, uphold respect for diversity and human rights, build knowledge societies and media pluralism and work towards gender equality, thereby helping to bring about a more successful and prosperous Afghanistan. In 2016, after competition and selection of an architect firm by an international jury, UNESCO started the construction of a Cultural Centre in Bamiyan, a complex consisting of an interior court, surrounded by two large buildings : a cultural facility with exhibition and lecture halls, library, cafeteria and kitchen and an educational facility with space for training and presentations; The premisses is meant to be an environment for discovery to comprehend the significance of the different historic chapters of the Bamiyan Valley and its territory. The center will assist in understanding the set of values which developed in a given geographical entity allowing todays heritage to testify to the different cultures and beliefs, which florished in the region. The scope of this consultancy is to support the UNESCO Kabul office in the preparation of the inauguration of the BCC, tentatively planned for mid-August 2021, and prepare the preliminary stages for a permanent exhibit in the Culture Building. Long Description ---------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of the Kabul Office, the overall supervision of the Head of Culture Unit, and in close coordination with Program Officers, the consultant will, within the framework of the project provide specific technical assistance required and: \- Liaise closely with the Culture Programme Specialist to implement the specifically assigned project and indicated deliverables underneath. \- Provide the specific technical support needed to protect and manage cultural heritage in Afghanistan, with focus on the deliverables as reflected underneath. \- Assist the Director, the Head of the Culture Unit or the Program Officers in meetings with the Ministry of Information and Culture, or with any other relevant stakeholders and UNESCO’s partners in Afghanistan. \- Assist the Culture Programme Specialist in sharing of information between UNESCO and relevant Government Departments, especially in relation to the specifically assigned project and indicated deliverables which are related to the protection, conservation and preservation of heritage sites in Afghanistan. Long Description ---------------- \- Assist in the overall design of a permanent exhibit at the culture building of the Bamiyan Culture Center and more specifically the entrance hall and rooms 1&2 \- Engage with french culture institutions, with a rich history in Afghanistan, such as the "Musee national des arts asiatiques-Guimet, the "Delegation Archeologique francaise en Afghanistan, (DAFA)", La Fondation Albert Khan and Archives Citroen, which may assist in enriching the exhibit through the contribution of content, photographic and film material. \- Cooperate with other private institutions/foundations/collections, such as ICONEM, which may assist in enriching the exhibit; \- Assist in the preparation of the preliminary stages of the exhibit for the inauguration, including content, decoration, fittings and installation with the materials gathered from the institutions mentioned above; \- Cooperate with local institutions, NGO's, University and schools, to assist in the design and decoration of the exhibit. \- Engage with the local communities to exchange and possibly enrich the exhibit with local materials and utensils reflecting daily life in the Bamiyan Valley Long Description ---------------- **Timeframe** The consultancy is expected to start in May 2021 and completed by December 2021: By 31 May 2021: A detailed workplan and fincancial proposal for the organisation of the inauguration exhibition, including a list of identified potential partners and stakeholders; By 31 July: A progress report detailing the activities implemented so far and reflecting the duties listed above, including, but not limited to: a list of the organisation contacted, minutes of meetings with relevant partners and stakeholders, any technical information relevant to the organisation of the inauguration (museography, exhibition plan, etc.); By 30 September 2021: A progress report detailing the activities implemented for the organisation of the inauguration, as well as an account of the inauguration itself; By 31 December 2021: A final report detailing all the activities implemented under the framework of the project, including a final proposal with timeframe and budget for the permanent exhibition at the Cultural building. **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 • Advanced degree on Art History, exhibition design; Work experience • At least 5years of relevant work experience in Culture; and • Previous work experience in Culture projects in developing and post conflict context. Skills • Sensitivity and adaptability (cultural, gender, religion, race and nationality); • Excellent research skills; • Excellent analytical and writing skills; • Competent computer skills for word processing, presentation and data analysis; and • Excellent independent working skills. Language • Fluency in English (both written and spoken). **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- Education • Advanced degree in Culture, Art History, exhibition design. Work experience • At least 10 years of relevant work experience in Culture • Previous work experience dealing with Government counterparts, particularly the Ministries of Culture. Language • Knowledge in Pashto and/or Dari (Persian) would be of added value. **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- All candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted. Candidates are invited to submit an Employment History Form during online application. It is required to provide the information: • Details of work experience, including prior experience of similar and relevant work; • A list of past similar work or reports/publications written with hyperlinks to access such papers if they are available online or samples of such papers if they are only available offline. (Insert the list in main achievements or at the end of the Employment History Form as it is not allowed to upload multiple documents in the system.); and **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.