National Programme Officer on Disability and Human Rights

Contract

This is a NO-B contract. This kind of contract is known as National Professional Officers. It is normally only for nationals. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Post Number : 6MZSHS0001PA Grade : NO-B Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) Duty Station: Maputo Job Family: Social and Human Sciences Type of contract : Project Appointment Duration of contract : 1 year Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 19-JAN-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***Only nationals of Mozambique may apply for this position.*** ***Duration of contract: 1 year with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance).*** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under its mandate to promote and protect human rights of vulnerable groups and minorities (persons with disability, persons with albinism, orphans, older person) and ensure their inclusion in global, regional and national social protection mechanisms, UNESCO Maputo office is implementing several projects, in close cooperation with all key players (government, civil society organizations, private sector, development organizations). From October April 2021, UNESCO started implementing the project: Ending Stigma and Discrimination of Persons with Disability, with the goal of breaking the cycle of poverty and end stereotypes that leave behind persons with albinism, particularly from accessing labor market. From October 2021, UNESCO started a 2,5 years project: Protection and Promotion of Human Rights of Persons with Albinism in Mozambique: Maputo, Nampula, Zambezia and Tete provinces, which aims at reducing the cases of attacks, violation, violence and abduction of persons with albinism nationwide and particularly in those target provinces, particularly in Zambezia, Tete and Niassa. The accomplishment of UNESCO mandate on human rights, social protection and inclusion, which falls under Social and Human Science Sector (SHS), demands a National Programme Officer to coordinate the implementation of all current and future programmes or projects under the SHS sector and other related activities, and mobilize resource for future activities under the sector. Long Description ---------------- Under the overall supervision of the head of office, the National Programme Officer will be responsible for implementing the activities of the following projects: i) Ending stigma and discrimination of persons with disability, and ii) Promotion and protection of persons with albinism. In particular he will: - Support the Office development of partnerships and resource mobilization strategy; - Support to the working group on Albinism within the framework of inclusion; - Follow-up the implementation of the recommendations of the conference on Albinism; - Provide assistance for the finalization/implementation of the national and regional workplans and the development of related networks. - Advise the Country Representative on relevant areas within the mission of UNESCO on human rights, inclusion and social protection, and - Coordinate with SHS sector, the implementation of projects/programmes in the Office. This includes ensuring the design, implementation and monitoring and reporting on all matters pertaining to the sector. Long Description ---------------- **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Communication (C) Accountability (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 university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Social and Human Sciences, Human Rights, Education, International Studies or a related field. ***Work Experience*** - A minimum of 4 years of relevant and progressively responsible experience in the field of Social and Human Sciences, Human Rights, Education or International Studies, out of which preferably 2 years acquired at the international level; - Proven experience in formulation, analysis in the field of education and drafting key messages and speeches; - Proven experience in the field of project/programme coordination and planning. Long Description ---------------- ***Skills and competencies*** - Ability to work as part of a team within a multicultural environment. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Excellent IT skills, in particular, MS Office applications. ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Work Experience*** - Professional experience within an international environment/ United Nations Agency. ***Languages*** - Working knowledge of another UNESCO Official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, and Russian). **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc. For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our [Guide to Staff Benefits.](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/unesco-staff-compensation-booklet_en.pdf) **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 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 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”.*