Projects coordination Consultant

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT) Duty Station: Paris Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Culture Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 18 May 2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of the World Heritage Centre, the direct supervision of Chief of the Africa Unit and in close collaboration with the Natural Heritage Unit, the incumbent shall perform activities related to implementation of the 1972 World Heritage Convention for the Africa region. In particular, he/she shall: A. Implementation of the Regional Action Plan (2021-2027): Zanzibar Capacity-Building for the establishment of the Heritage Revolving Fund in Zanzibar: Assist in the coordination of capacity-building activities and: • Draft Terms of Reference for the National Expert for the establishment of the Heritage Revolving Fund in Zanzibar, • Draft the minutes of the introductory meeting between Cultural Heritage Financial Alliance (CHiFA) and stakeholders for the establishment of the Fund, • Prepare an interim report informing on the process of the implementation of the project. B. Capacity Building for Nomination projects and World Heritage Convention promotion in East Africa Region: Assist in the organization of capacity building activities in Kenya and Tanzania, including: • Organize online meetings with authorities responsible for Heritage, and stakeholders involved in the implementation of the World Heritage Convention in Kenya and Tanzania to come up with a clear work plan for the implementation of the project, and prepare draft minutes of the meetings, • Prepare ToRs for contracts concerning Tanzania project, • Provide chapters of the report concerning Kenya and Tanzania to be included in the final report for the donor. C. Management plan of Asmara: A Modernist African City: Assist in the coordination of the project and: • Draft the concept note including a workplan for the implementation of the project, • Draft the Terms of reference of the international expert and the national institution which implement it, • Provide an interim report. D. Follow up of Integrating World Heritage in the Curricula of Institutions of Higher Learning in Africa • Assist in the preparation of a draft concept note for the creation of Heritage education Hubs in Africa, • Organize online meetings with universities in Africa to discuss the creation of these hubs. E. Create a comprehensive database of African heritage professionals based on available information from different capacity building activities organized by the Unit (Improving Management Effectiveness, Mentorship programme, Site Managers network, Workshops, trainings, etc.) Long Description ---------------- Deliverables and timeline A. no later than 30 June 2022 of the following documents: • Draft Terms of Reference for the National Expert for the establishment of the Heritage Revolving Fund in Zanzibar. • Draft minutes of the introductory meeting between Cultural Heritage Financial Alliance (CHiFA) and stakeholders for the establishment of the Fund in Zanzibar. B. no later than 31 July 2022 of the following documents • Draft of the concept note including a workplan for the implementation of the project Management Plan for Asmara; A Modernist African City, • Draft the Terms of reference of the international expert and the national institution for the implementation Management Plan for Asmara, A Modernist African City. C. no later than 31 August 2022 of the following documents: • interim report informing on the process of the implementation of the project on the capacity-building activities in Zanzibar, • Draft database of African heritage professionals. D. no later than 30 September 2022 of the following documents • Interim report on the project for the Management plan of Asmara: A Modernist African City project • draft concept note for Heritage education Hubs in Africa • minutes of the online meetings with universities in Africa E. no later than 31 October 2022 of the following documents related to: Capacity Building for Nomination projects and World Heritage Convention promotion in East Africa Region for Kenya and Tanzania: • Provide chapters of the report concerning Kenya and Tanzania to be included in the final report for the donor. • Submit the final Database of African heritage professionals **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- a) Education and experience: A university degree or advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the field of project management, communities’ engagement, etc. b) Skills and competencies: A minimum of 2 years’ experience with work related project coordination Experience of SDGs indicators and/or UNESCO Culture|2030 indicators Relevant experience working with UNESCO or other international organizations on similar assignments and knowledge. **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.