Project Officer

Contract

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Kingston Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Natural Sciences 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) : 09-12-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- The Project Officer will contribute to the development of the Natural and Ocean Sciences Programme of the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean, based in Kingston, Jamaica. The incumbent will be part of the team in charge of developing the Environmental Sciences and the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) programmes of the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean. His/Her work will focus on the Mapping of water management in the rural farming ecosystem, with emphasis on women farmers. This mapping exercise is funded by the UN SDG Fund and is aligned with the Vision 2030 Jamaica - National Development Plan, and to the United Nations Multi-Country Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2022-2026. More specifically, the Project Officer will participate in the development of the: Long Description ---------------- (i) Report, analysis, scenarios and recommendations on the way water-food insecurity intersects with vulnerabilities towards women poverty and climate change, in line with the SDG Fund Joint Programme. This mapping report intends to strengthen the agriculture-based rural development plans and strategies, as well as to contribute to closing the gender gap in the food production chain of Jamaica (ii) Report and country profile of the STI system in Jamaica. This requires finalizing the collection of quantitative and qualitative data and information on STI, and to perform the role of national coordinator for the mapping of the STI ecosystem in Jamaica. (iii) UNESCO Office for the Caribbean’ strategy on biodiversity preservation. The Project Officer will also carry out the following activities: (i) Administrative and technical assistance in the implementation of UNESCO programmes related to the UN SDG Joint programme (ii) Propose fund raising activities to reinforce SC programmes, especially the UN SDG Joint programme (iii) Provide Expert contents for programmes communication purposes, especially in relation with the UN SDG Joint programme (iv) Participate in meetings and workshops related to SC projects and provide technical inputs when necessary. Long Description ---------------- 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** --------------------------- (i) University degree in Sciences, Sustainability, Environment, Water or in Policy development (ii) Proven writing skills in English (iii) Analysis and Reports production experience (iv) Rigor and organizational skills at work **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- (i) Master's degree in Sciences, Sustainability, Environment, Water or in Policy development **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.*