Office Assistant (Culture)

Contract

This is a SC-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Service Board / Service Contract. It is normally only for nationals. More about SC-3 contracts.

**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: Culture Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 3 Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 22-JUL-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism - ***Only candidates who are entitled to work in France may apply to this position.*** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Movable Heritage and Museums Unit, the contractor shall support the implementation of the activities carried out by the Secretariat of the 1970 Convention on the Means of Prohibiting and Preventing the Illicit Import, Export and Transfer of Ownership of Cultural Property (1970). In particular, the Office Assistant shall: - Assist in the day-to-day liaison of the Movable Heritage and Museums Unit with UNESCO’s central services, the secretariats of other Culture Conventions and other Sectors within the Organization by preparing briefings, presentations and updating relevant documents; - Assist in the support provided to Member States for a) the ratification and implementation of the 1970 Convention and b) the requests for return and restitution of cultural property by preparing briefings, letters, presentations and emails; Long Description ---------------- - Assist in the liaison with UNESCO’s main partners in the fight against the illicit trafficking in cultural property and the museums program, as well as with UNESCO’s Field Offices, when relevant; - Contribute to the planning, coordination and follow up of statutory meetings of the 1970 Convention and the Intergovernmental Committee for Promoting the Return of Cultural Property to its Countries of Origin or its Restitution in case of Illicit Appropriation (ICPRCP), as well as related working groups; - Assist in the preparation and organization of events relating to the 50th Anniversary of the 1970 Convention, including the international conference « The fight against the illicit trafficking in cultural property: for a reinforced global dialogue » to be held on 14 September 2021. Long Description ---------------- **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*** - Completed secondary, technical and/or vocational education. ***Experience*** - A minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in the office assitance functions or a related field. Long Description ---------------- ***Skills and competencies*** - Excellent drafting and oral communication skills. - Ability to maintain effective working relations within a multi-cultural environment. ***Languages*** - Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English or French and good knowledge of the other language. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- ***Education*** - Advanced University degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the field of Culture, Humanities, Social science, International Relations, Public Administration and Management, International Law or related field. ***Skills and competencies*** - Good knowledge of the UNESCO Culture Programme and its Conventions. - Capacity to meet short deadlines. ***Languages*** - Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, 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 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.