Associate Project Officer (Culture)
OVERVIEW
Post Number : CLT/PA 122
Grade : P-2
Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Culture
Type of contract : Project Appointment
Duration of contract : 1 year
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 09-JUL-2025
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Duration of contract: one year with the possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The Emergency Operations and Programmes Unit of the Culture and Emergencies Entity of the Culture Sector (CLT/CEM/EOP) is responsible for the implementation of UNESCO's culture programme in emergencies, building capacities for preparedness, deploying operational actions for response, recovery, and monitor culture in emergencies. The EOP Unit also steers and coordinates the Museums Programme in line with the 2015 Recommendation concerning the Protection and Promotion of Museums and Collections, their Diversity and their Role in Society, and the Entity’s contribution to UNESCO’s programmes in support of global priorities and transversal programmes.
Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture (ADG/CLT), the general supervision of the Director of the Culture and Emergencies Entity (DIR/CLT/CEM) and the direct supervision of the Head of the EOP Unit, working in close cooperation with the Secretariats of the Culture Conventions, and the Bureau of Strategic Planning, in close consultation with the Executive Office of the Culture Sector, the incumbent contributes to the daily management of the Heritage Emergency Fund (HEF), in line with the Sector’s approved programme, strategic objectives and priorities as defined in the framework of the prevailing Medium-Term Strategy (C/4) and Programme and Budget (C/5) .
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The incumbent shall in particular:
- Assist in the management of the HEF, including the allocation and disbursement processes in line with UNESCO’s and the Fund’s rules and regulations, and in close cooperation with the Administration Unit of the Culture Sector and the Bureau of Strategic Planning; assist Field Offices in the implementation of activities to be undertaken with the support of the Fund; provide regular updates on the Fund and related activities, as required;
- Draft the timely reporting to donors and UNESCO Governing Bodies, including drafting, producing and disseminating the HEF Annual Report; supporting monitoring and evaluation processes; and organizing the annual Donors’ Advisory Group meeting and other promotional, awareness-raising and fundraising events, as appropriate;
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the Communication and Visibility Plan of the Fund, ensuring dissemination of relevant information through different communication outputs (webnews, leaflets, publications, reports, social media posts, etc.) in cooperation with the Communication and Global Monitoring Unit in the Culture Sector; Proactively support the development and production of engaging content and ensure its dissemination through publication, ad hoc awareness and fund-raising events to support broader outreach and communication efforts aimed at promoting the work of the Culture Sector in the area of emergency preparedness and response;
- Assist in the coordination of the management of a Roster of experts based on agreed profiles and the related online platform; ensure regular updates to the online training courses developed for the selected experts of the Roster and the deployment of Roster members in response to requests from Member States and UNESCO Field Offices; provide updates as required and appropriate outreach for the Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM).
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COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the field of culture, international relations, emergency preparedness and response, or a related field.
Work Experience
- A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in the field of culture, of which preferably at least one (1) year acquired at the international level;
- Experience in project management in post-conflict and/or post-disaster environments.
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Skills/Competencies
• Outstanding organizational, planning and multi-tasking skills, with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with proven ability to draft clearly and concisely high-quality communication for different audiences.
• Excellent inter-personal skills and ability to work effectively in a team and to maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment.
• Proven capacity to anticipate issues or needs, and to propose appropriate solutions
• Good knowledge of IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
Languages
Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English or French and good knowledge of the other.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience
- Experience in the management of large-scale projects, and related reporting.
Skills/Competencies
- Excellent knowledge of UNESCO's Culture programme and its Conventions.
- Familiarity with the work and general functioning of international organizations in the UN system.
Languages
- Knowledge of another/other official language(s) of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish).
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BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 86 274 US dollars $.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.
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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