Project Coordinator- Team Lead (Communication and Information Project)

Overview

Lead and coordinate project activities focused on media development and freedom of expression.

You have:

• Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in the field of International Relations & Diplomacy, Peace & Conflict studies, Public Policy, Journalism, Communication or related fields.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience in human rights, peace building, particularly with marginalized groups.
• At least two (2) years of experience with UN system or international organizations.
• Prior experience in the thematic area of digital rights, Countering Violent extremism (CVE), pluralism, media freedom, online disinformation and hate speech.
• Prior experience of working with Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) will be an advantage.

Contract

This is a G-4 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 4 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 593 USD.

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This is a G-1 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 299 USD.

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: \[\[Islamabad\]\] Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: \[\[Fields\]\] Type of contract : Service contract Level : N/A Duration of contract : \[\[6 Months with possibility of extension\]\] Recruitment open to : \[\[External and Internal\]\] Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : \[\[06.11.2022\]\] UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Overview of the functions of the post Under the authority of Director of Office and UNESCO Representative in Pakistan, the organization is seeking to hire services of a Project Coordinator (team lead) for Communication & Information (Media Development and Freedom of expression) Section. Under the overall supervision of the Director, and National professional officer CI, the Project Coordinator will serve as the team lead for the upcoming project on addressing online hate speech in Pakistan. The Project Coordinator (team lead) will also provide overall support to the National Professional Officer CI by effectively coordinating project management activities, resources, and information, communicating program/project results, compilation of reports, amplifying visibility and outreach, and presenting UNESCO’s value proposition through dissemination of knowledge and communication products through relevant media channels and other forums. Initially, the post is spreading over a period of six months, which may be extended depending upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Long Description ---------------- 1\. OBJECTIVE OF THE CONTRACT The Project Coordinator (team lead) will have a service contract with the UNESCO Office in Islamabad, for which the following activities are established and expected results are mentioned. The substantive purpose of the contract is to have high-quality professional services for the execution of all activities and the development of specialized products to execute the project on ‘Countering online hate speech and disinformation to foster Peace, stability, and democratic discourse (COHSAD)’. The Project Coordinator (team lead) will report to National Professional Officer CI while managing the project team which entails supervising one Project officer and Project associate. 2. BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION OF THE CONTRACT Within the framework of its broader work strategy, UNESCO’s Communication and Information Section defend and promote freedom of expression, media independence and pluralism by building inclusive societies underpinned by universal access to information and the innovative ethical use of digital technologies with a human rights-based approach. UNESCO counters hate speech through education and media and information literacy, promotes international standards on freedom of expression to address root causes of hate speech, and supports countries to build effective responses, including by fostering the capacity building of regulators, policy makers and civil servants and by advocating for enhanced transparency of internet companies. The COHSAD project aims to contribute to a conducive policy and governance ecosystem for addressing online hate speech & disinformation through generating systematic empirical evidence to better understand the landscape of hate speech in Pakistan, and by assessing and enhancing capacities of local stakeholders, testing, and applying contextually relevant practices and effective responses to counter hate speech. Therefore, the project objective is to roll out a well-informed / evidence-based Intervention Framework and to facilitate stakeholders’ engagement and ownership to ensure sustainability. Long Description ---------------- - Within this context the Project Coordinator will be the team lead for the project with following tasks and responsibilities: - Lead the successful execution and implementation of the project towards achieving the expected outputs, outcomes, and results as indicated in the project document and workplan - Oversee/manage operations, resources, and administrative support of the project team - Implement, monitor, evaluate and report on project activities, assuming one or more thematic responsibilities. Achieve, and help downstream partners achieve targets in the assigned domains - Ensure technical backstopping for project and activities, produce tools, resources and policy documents and high-quality reports - Recommend and contribute to the expansion of a knowledge base to amplify project results, propose approaches, develop strategies, and cater to needs of national stakeholders, partners, and donor Long Description ---------------- - Liaise with colleagues within the sector and across UNESCO for effective implementation of project - Conceive and coordinate communication campaigns and appropriate visibility products and ensure communication and visibility is in accordance with the visibility rules of UNESCO and donor - Broaden partnerships and networks with media professionals and relevant partners - Facilitate better understanding and projection of UNESCO’s work among local implementing partners, government counterparts and development partners - Establish and maintain consistent contact with donor in support of, and in coordination with, the National Professional Officer - Develop concepts and identify future areas of collaboration and project expansion and contribute to resource mobilization Assign tasks and provide guidance to project team and trouble shoot at operational and strategic level based on evolving socioeconomic and political situation **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** --------------------------- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in the field of International Relations & Diplomacy, Peace & Conflict studies, Public Policy; Journalism, Communication or other related social science or development disciplines with minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience in the field of human rights, peace building, in particular working with marginalized groups and At least (2) years of experience with UN system or international organizations. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- - Prior experience of working with Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) will be an advantage - Prior experience in the thematic area of digital rights, Countering Violent extremism (CVE), pluralism, media freedom, online disinformation and hate speech will be an advantage. **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- **Rename the “BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS****”** **title to “APPLICATION PROCESS****”****, and use additional sections if required to add other relevant information.** **Otherwise you can delete this section.** **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.*

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