Call for Proposal- Heritage Lead Consultant
OVERVIEW
Grade : Level 5
Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)
Duty Station: Beirut
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Job Family: Culture
Type of contract : Non Staff
Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months
Recruitment open to : External candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 20/07/2025
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The Lead Consultant will be responsible for developing a comprehensive, site-specific Emergency Contingency Plan for the Tyre Al Bass World Heritage Site in Lebanon, under the framework of the 1954 Hague Convention and its Second Protocol. This role supports UNESCO and the Lebanese Directorate General of Antiquities (DGA) in enhancing the protection and resilience of cultural heritage in crisis situations, particularly in the context of armed conflict.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting risk assessments and site-specific data collection.
- Drafting and finalizing the contingency plan.
- Designing and delivering two training workshops for stakeholders.
- Coordinating with DGA and UNESCO Beirut Office throughout the project lifecycle.
Long Description
PLEASE REFER TO THE DOCUMENT ATTACHED FOR COMPLETE REQUIREMENT OF THE POST.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
For the Lead Consultant:
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or PhD) in Heritage Conservation, Archaeology, Architecture, Risk Management, or related fields.
- Minimum 15 years of professional experience in cultural heritage protection, emergency planning, and project leadership.
- Proven experience in developing emergency plans for UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Demonstrated ability to design and deliver training workshops.
- Excellent analytical, strategic planning, and English report writing skills (C1 level).
For the Expert Team:
- Legal Expert: Law degree, 10+ years of experience, expertise in Lebanese and international cultural property law.
- Structural Engineer: Advanced degree, licensed, 10+ years of experience with heritage structures, ICOMOS-recognized.
- GIS/Mapping Expert: Degree in GIS/Geomatics, 5+ years of experience, proficiency in ArcGIS/QGIS, drone data processing.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience working on cultural heritage projects in Lebanon, especially in Tyre.
- Familiarity with UNESCO procedures and collaboration with national heritage authorities.
- Experience in participatory planning and stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency in Arabic for effective local communication.
- Competence in using digital tools for documentation, mapping, and training delivery.
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. 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 an 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.
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