Non-Staff Consultant - Social and Human Sciences Programme Coordination

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) Duty Station: Bangkok Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Social and Human Sciences Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 24-JUN-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Long Description ---------------- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Office in Bangkok is seeking applications for an Individual Specialist to coordinate Social and Human Sciences activities for the Bangkok cluster. This involves the day to day coordination of the sector’s activities including monitoring of activity performance, partner relations and reporting. The main objective is to ensure continuity and smooth performance of the sectors activities which comprise of the following main activities: Long Description ---------------- • Youth – The main cluster activity is the [Asia Indigenous Youth Platform](https://aippnet.org/asia-indigenous-youth-platform-aiyp/), plus support to the global [Youth As Researchers](https://yar.bangkok.unesco.org/) and [International Youth Media Summit](https://iyms.org/) initiatives. • Sport – The main cluster activities are [Youth and Sport Taskforce](https://www.youthandsport.org/) and [Winning Indoors](https://winningindoors.com/), plus support to the global [Fit for Life](https://en.unesco.org/themes/sport-and-anti-doping/fitforlife) initiative. • Inclusive Cities – The main cluster activity is the [Asia Pacific Coalition of Cities Against Discrimination](https://apcad.bangkok.unesco.org/) (APCAD) which is implementing the APCAD Social Inclusion Marker System, Cities Art Lab, ICCAR Boot Camp, Masterclass Against Racism and the [World Human Rights Cities Forum](http://www.whrcf.org/en/whrcf.php). Long Description ---------------- • Management of Social Transformations – Currently in planning, through UNESCO’s long-standing partnership with the Thai National Commission for UNESCO and Chulalongkorn University, an initiative on sustainable agroecology in rural Southeast Asia has been supported. • Ethics of Science and Technology – Currently in pre-planning, UNESCO is preparing translations into local languages (Khmer, Lao, Thai, Vietnamese) of the [Recommendation on Ethics of Artificial Intelligence](https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000381137) to inform consultations and action using the guideline. • [Together for Peace](https://bangkok.unesco.org/T4P) – UNESCO Bangkok’s intersectoral flagship on building peace and sustainability through education. SHS is leading the Positive Peace lecture Series and Hooked on Peace, two new initiatives involving youth. **PURPOSE AND SCOPE** --------------------- The SHS Programme Specialist will assume Office in December 2022 and the Individual Specialist will act as coordinator for the sector’s portfolio of activities until the recruitment is finalized (approximately July-December 2022). **WORK ASSIGNMENT** ------------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Bangkok Office and the direct supervision of the Programme Specialist in \[to be added\], within the framework of the 41/C5, the Individual Specialist shall undertake the work assignments as follows: 1\. Support UNESCO Bangkok to deliver on SHS Programme activities in an effective and timely manner. This will include coordination of all personnel (staff, interns, consultants, UNVs), management of existing contracts and establishment of new contracts where needed, liaison with partners, information sharing including publications and digital content, financial management and budget monitoring. This shall be done in close consultation with the out-going and in-coming Programme Specialists. 2\. Attend to meetings – including online – within the IBCs and UNCTs’ Working Groups, as well with the national partners 3\. Coordinate the compilation reports, organization of events, and preparation of publications of the Sector 4\. Liaise regularly with the incoming and outgoing SHS Programme Specialists for advice, orientation, and decision Time Frame, Deliverables and Payment Schedule **DELIVERABLES TIMELINE PAYMENT** --------------------------------- 1\. Monthly reports covering the substance of the work undertaken, issues encountered and identifying next steps, to be submitted by the 25th day of each month (July – November). Each report shall be appended with copies of any substantive outcomes (reports, events, publications, etc.). 2\. A final report including up-dated handover notes, copy of all files and recommendations for future actions to ensure continuity in all activities to be delivered by 15 December 2022. **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** --------------------------- • Advanced university degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, or any related field. • At least seven years of professional experience in the field of social development; or relevant working knowledge. • Knowledge of and/or experience in youth development, sport for development, urban planning or related areas. • Knowledge of the local context in the countries covered by the Bangkok Office. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- • Work experience in the UN organization or other multilateral organizations. **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- Interested individuals are invited to submit to UNESCO Bangkok Office the specific requirements through its Success Factors portal at careers.unesco.org. Interested candidates should click on “Apply Now” and download and complete the Employment History form (Word document) in ‘Employment History Form / My Documents’. Before uploading the document, at the end of the word document, please insert the extra pages with the following required information: 1. An up-to-date CV stating details of educational qualifications, work experience, including prior experience of similar work. 2. A statement indicating how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the assignment. 3. A list of past work or reports/publications written with hyperlinks to access such paper if they are available online or samples of such papers if they are only available offline. 4. A brief proposal (1-2 pages) discussing the approach/methodology to undertake the assignment and the proposed monthly fee. The complete application shall be submitted on or before 24 June 2022; midnight, Bangkok time. **Note:** • Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidate(s) about the outcome or status of the selection process. • Please submit your application through SuccessFactors. Only if you are unable to attach requirements in system, please inform us at **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 ([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.