Project Officer- Communication and Information

Contract

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: \[\[Islamabad\]\] Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[1 Year\]\] Job Family: \[\[Communication and Information\]\] Type of contract : \[\[Service Contract\]\] Level : Duration of contract : \[\[6 Months with possibility of Extension\]\] Recruitment open to : \[\[External and Internal\]\] Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : \[\[13.11.2022\]\] 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 Officer for Communication & Information Section (Media Development and Freedom of expression*). Under* *the overall supervision of the UNESCO Director, National professional officer CI, and the project coordinator the* *Project Officer* *will support the project coordinator (team lead) for the upcoming project on addressing online hate speech in Pakistan. The* *Project Officer* *will liaise and directly coordinate with downstream partners and grantees under the project to achieve program/project results.* Initially, the post is spreading over a period of six months, which may be extended depending upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds. 1\. OBJECTIVE OF THE CONTRACT The Project Officer 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 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)’, which entails supporting UNESCO CI team. Long Description ---------------- 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 ---------------- Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting directly to the Project Coordinator, the Project Officer will perform the following duties and responsibilities, in a gender sensitive manner and in line with UNESCO’s overall strategy: - Manage day to day information sharing, external correspondence and sharing updates with national stakeholders, government, and donor counterparts - Coordinate all project meetings and reviews and support the project team by organizing agendas and necessary reports etc., - Monitor implementation rates and reporting deadlines. Ensure results are aligned to performance indicators - Streamline and monitor the performance of downstream partners and grantees - Contribute technical inputs for the administration, development and implementation of knowledge-sharing, communication, and outreach strategies for all project activities - Carry out monitoring visits as and when required to attend and assess project activities being implemented by delivery partners - Ensure timely solicitation, procurement and contracting for products and services as needed Long Description ---------------- - Contribute to the development and implementation of communication and outreach strategies (online and offline) to promote the activities and results of project - Maintain information repositories and communication channels tailored to key internal and external audiences and ensuring alignment with the communications priorities of the donor and UNESCO - Provide professional inputs and technical support to senior staff on programmes, projects, priorities, requirements, implementation options and partners; identify areas for improvement and correction and propose actions to facilitate implementation. - Carry out relevant thematical and situational analyses, including the analysis and evaluation of knowledge-sharing, communication, and outreach implementation and delivery. - In close collaboration with thew Public Information Officer of UNESCO, highlight activities and events through internal and external communication channels and ensuring their timely dissemination and amplification, as instructed. **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 and or Project Management with minimum 3 yrs experience in similar project thematic areas) or other related social science or development disciplines. At least (1) year(s) of experience with UN system or international organizations in project implementation, planning and coordination **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 **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.*