Senior Project Assistant (SB-3 Peg3)

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.

**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Natural Sciences Sector (SC) Duty Station: Almaty Job Family: Natural Sciences Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Level 3 Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15-AUG-2021 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism ***(Only candidates who are entitled to work in Kazakhstan may apply to this position)*** **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Office in Almaty, direct supervision of the Programme Specialist, Natural Sciences unit, and in close coordination with the Responsible officer for GGRETA (“Governance of Groundwater Resources in Transboundary Aquifers”) project in Water Sciences division at UNESCO HQ, the incumbent shall contribute to the implementation of the GGRETA Project’s Pretashkent Transboundary Aquifer, between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. In particular, the incumbent shall perform the following key functions: A. Provide input to the project implementation: 1. Ensure and contribute to the implementation of the project: draft the workplans and budgets in accordance with the project components, and plan the activities, including based on COVID-19 related situation and restrictions; 2. Draft, follow-up and maintain quality of contracts within the timeframe of the budget authorization; draft reports within the project monitoring and evaluation frameworks; 3. Perform with the necessary documentation, such as conduct research, compile, review and update information, data and reports used in the development of documents, workplans and budgets; process data in/from automated systems in order to support preparation of regular and budgetary/financial updates, report on project delivery, statistics; 4. Assist in coordination of project stakeholders’ participation in larger global groundwater events, and perform the organization of meetings, workshops and any other events organized in the framework of the project. B. Provide input to the project financial and administrative management: 1. Coordinate and ensure project-related logistics (including contract- and travel-related arrangements); 2. Provide input for the preparation of all administrative and financial information pertaining to the project; 3. Draft financial-administrative documentation; initiate administrative procedures and ensure follow-up; monitor the budget, review requests for payments against contractual obligations, and provide information on payment status and remaining obligations to supervisor. Long Description ---------------- C. Contribute to maintaining smooth communication with project stakeholders: 1. Ensure smooth, timely and effective communication with the project stakeholders at local/national/international levels; 2. Facilitate contacts with UNESCO's partners and UN organizations: draft correspondence, answer queries. Liaise with other UNESCO Field Offices and HQ services as needed for the implementation of the project; 3. Liaise with National Commissions, national partners and Headquarters on administrative and financial matters, as requested. D. Contribute to the preparation of publications, translations, records, press releases and outreach efforts: 1. Provide inputs for publications, presentations, briefings, speeches and missions, including outreach and visibility materials and social media posts, as needed. E. Undertake any other related tasks or assignment requested for the successful implementation of the Project and Programme. The contract holder undertakes to carry out the tasks with care and diligence and due attention to detail. 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** --------------------------- ***EDUCATION*** - Completed higher educational degree in water resources related field: management, social or natural sciences, or another related field. ***WORK EXPERIENCE*** - Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience in programme/project implementation support, and/or administrative service acquired at the national or international level; - Experience in handling web-based management systems. ***SKILLS/COMPETENCIES*** - Ability to work as part of a multi-cultural team, to take initiative and to provide quality and timely support and services; - Good interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to draft correspondence and correct documents; - Good organizational, coordination skills and flexibility; - Ability to take ownership of given tasks and demonstrate proactivity; - Ability to interpret rules and manage priorities in order to meet tight deadlines; - Discretion and capacity to deal efficiently and tactfully with people of different cultural and social backgrounds; - Ability to work under stress and cope with multiple tasks; - Good ICT skills with proficiency in the use of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.). ***LANGUAGES*** - Excellent knowledge of Russian and English languages (oral and written). **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- - Working experience within UNESCO or UN agencies as an asset; - Working experience with environment/water-related national and international projects as an asset; - Knowledge of Kazakh language. **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- - Salary: \*761,210 KZT monthly (including 10% for pension and 5% for medical insurance) (\*subject to change in case of changes in UNESCO Almaty SC salary scale) - UNESCO's salaries are paid in local currency (Kazakh tenge); - Other benefits include: 2.5 days annual leave for each completed month of service, 5% for medical insurance and 10% for pension plan are included into the monthly salary; - Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization. **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 applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieve and sustain 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. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities, as well as nationals from non-and under-represented Member States [(last update here)](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution) 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.