Senior Programme Assistant for 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.

**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.** **OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Cairo Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Culture Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 3 Duration of contract : 1 year Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 10.04.2022 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 UNESCO Regional Bureau for Sciences in the Arab States, the overall supervision of the Programme Specialist for Culture, and the direct supervision of the Project Officers at the Culture Unit, the incumbent will provide administrative assistance to ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the Culture Programme/Projects with its emphasis on the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) and the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) projects. The incumbent will work in close consultation with the Administration and Finance Unit of the Office. Long Description ---------------- - Assist in the management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting of the cultural programme and projects. This includes assisting with undertaking result-based management, developing implementation strategies, preparing work plans, monitoring progress in implementation, preparing briefs and reports, organizing working and review meetings, evaluating outputs in line with the approved Programme and Budget (C/5), project documents and work plans. - Assist with the procurement process related to the Culture Programme/Projects with its emphasis on the NMEC/MIA projects, including draft ToR of Request for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Quotations (RFQ), conduct market research, solicit offers, prepare comparison tables, arrange a technical and financial evaluation, document the procurement process, arrange negotiation sessions, draft selection forms, memos, correspondence and contracts for approval, create a vendor in the system, manage/update the Roster of vendors. Long Description ---------------- - Assist in maintaining a tracking system and database to monitor adherence to contractual agreements, performance requirements and respect of delivery schedules; recommend amendments and extensions of contracts, as necessary; advise parties on contractual rights and obligations; and generate necessary periodic and ad-hoc reports as required, documenting lessons learned and recommendations. - Ensure knowledge management of correspondences, information, technical documents, contracts, reports, publications and other materials generated through the culture programme/projects according to UNESCO’s records management policy. Long Description ---------------- - Build and sustain working relationships with projects’ implementation partners and other relevant governmental institutions to ensure effective implementation. - Contribute to partnership building and resource mobilization for the culture programme by analyzing and identifying potential partnerships and cooperation opportunities with current and potential partners. This also includes assisting in the development of concept notes and project proposals for bilateral and multilateral partners, international agencies and other potential donors. - Assist with the UN joint programming and delivery by integrating culture into other sectoral strategies and plans for the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). - Carry out additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work team. **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** University degree in project management, arts and cultural heritage, public administration, and other related fields or equivalent working experience. **WORK EXPERIENCE** Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in project management, arts and cultural heritage, finance, administration, procurement, and contracting. **LANGUAGES** Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) in Arabic and English. **SKILLS** Strong knowledge of arts and cultural heritage, administration and finance, procurement, contracts, and legal obligations. Strong functional competencies in developing and managing contracts, including monitoring and evaluation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to set priorities, to ensure compliance to rules and administrative guidelines, to analyze and respond to routine and non-routine issues. Ability to establish good working relationships with internal and external colleagues, partners, and providers at the national, regional, and international levels. Excellent communication skills and experience working in a multi-skilled and multicultural team. **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. UNESCO’s salary will be paid in local currency at SB-3 level according to UNDP-EG salary scale for service contract holders, which may add health insurance and pension plan coverage upon proof of affiliation. **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.* **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- Working experience with procurement in the culture, heritage and museum sector in the UN and multinational system and/ or public sector will be an asset.