Non-Staff Service Contract (Education)

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Paris Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 4 Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 04/03/2024 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Currently, the UQP initiative is in various stages of implementation in countries such as Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, Zimbabwe, and Iraq. Additionally, we are actively engaged in dialogue and collaboration with Egypt, Indonesia, the West Africa region, and Latin America and the Caribbean region through our partnership with UNESCO International Institute for Higher Education. UNESCO is also working on the establishment of in-house capacity-building programme for the UQP initiative. In addition, in collaboration with the Education Above All Foundation (EAA), a Joint Statement on Transforming Higher Education in Emergencies was launched in November in Doha, Qatar at the World Innovation Summit for Higher Education. Thus, as part of our commitment to the EAA, UNESCO is diligently preparing for the roadmap following the Joint Statement including 1) concrete actions addressing the challenges addressed by the Joint Statement and 2) strengthening advocacy among the international community. The Associate Project Officer will therefore support the work of the UQP team daily, support coordination for field implementation in all countries and capacity-building exercise; support the UQP mapping exercise in new countries and relevant desk research; coordinate with the communication team on relevant communication items; support the organisation of meeting, events, and conferences etc., and other activities when necessary. Long Description ---------------- Under the direct supervision of the project lead, the incumbent will be in charge of the following areas of work: \- Support the coordination of the creation of capacity building/training for the UQP recognition methodology. \- Support the coordination of the evaluation activities. \- Support the communication strand for the UQP and other relevant activities, e.g., webinars, workshops etc. \- In collaboration with respective FO, conduct relevant mapping exercises for the potential UQP implementation. \- Provide desk research and other relevant analytic tasks, e.g., working papers etc. \- Provide content support on the organisation of all types of events relevant to the initiative. \- Provide other relevant activities of the programme when deem necessary. **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** Master’s degree and/or equivalent in education, political science, or international relations. **Work experience** Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience supporting project management implementation, of which preferably 1 year acquired at the international level. Long Description ---------------- **Skills and competencies** \- Excellent reading, writing, and speaking skills in English and French. \- Have relevant experience working with the UN and/or other international/regional institutions, and/or international development or humanitarian work. \- Have solid knowledge and skills in research and analysis. \- Good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain good working relations with colleagues and staff at all levels within as well as outside the organization. \- Task- and results-oriented with ability to prioritize and organize work. \- Very good organizational skills. **Languages** Excellent knowledge (oral and written) of English and good working level of French. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **Education** Enrolled and/or obtained PhD level programmes in relevant field of studies. **Languages** Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Arabic, French, Chinese, Russian, Spanish). **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.*