Individual Consultant Contract-Women for Bees Community Manager
OVERVIEW
Parent Sector : Natural Sciences
Job Family: Natural Sciences
Type of contract : Individual Consultant Contract (Natural Sciences)
Duration of Contract : 9 months
Recruitment open to : External Candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 26 February 2025
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
About the project
The Women for Bees initiative empowers women beekeepers globally through training, networking, and research. Training has been conducted with participants from Bulgaria, Cambodia, China, France, Slovenia, the Russian Federation, and Rwanda, with additional countries expected to join.
We are seeking a dynamic community building consultant to organize federative activities that will build a vibrant and sustainable network of women beekeepers. This role involves fostering exchanges of knowledge and expertise, ensuring project ownership among participants, and enhancing long-term engagement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Organize key events:
- Plan and manage thematic sessions and a potential exhibition at the 2025 Apimondia Congress.
- Support beekeepers from biosphere reserves (BRs) worldwide to attend events.
- Support national and regional community meetings:
- Contribute to the coordination and facilitation of in-person national and regional alumni meetings in collaboration with relevant UNESCO field offices.
- Sustain the community engagement:
- Maintain the community vibrancy through regular networking activities check-ins, group discussions, and thematic forums (e.g., meliponiculture).
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- Enable one-on-one exchanges between members on specific topics of interest.
- Collaborate with other beekeeping networks (e.g., FAO’s networks), including contributing to World Bee Day 2025.
- Contribute to the proposition of business development coaching plants.
4. Enhance communication outputs:
- Improve communication tools and materials to support community activities, including using digital assets.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
A university degree (Bachelor’s or higher) in social sciences, communications, international development, environmental studies, or a related field.
Work Experience
- At least 3 years of experience in community building, network facilitation, or stakeholder engagement.
- Experience working with international organizations, NGOs, or community-based projects, preferably in environmental conservation or sustainable development.
- Proven track record of organizing events, facilitating discussions, and managing online communities.
Skills and competencies
- Strong facilitation and community engagement skills.
- Excellent organizational abilities.
- Ability to work independently and coordinate across multiple stakeholders.
- Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with digital communication tools, including social media and online collaboration platforms.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of the English language (both written and spoken).
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education
A Master’s degree in a relevant field such as community development, communications, environmental management, or international relations.
Work Experience
- Experience working on gender-focused programs or women’s empowerment initiatives.
- Background in beekeeping, sustainable agriculture, or biodiversity conservation.
Skills and competencies
- Knowledge of international environmental and development networks, including UNESCO biosphere reserves.
- Experience in content creation and digital storytelling to engage online communities.
Languages
- Additional fluency in French, Chinese, Spanish, or other widely spoken languages.
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APPLICATION PROCESS
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their application online and attach under the “Employment History Form” section the following documents in one combined file:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): An up-to-date CV stating details of educational qualifications and work experience, including prior experience of similar work.
- Technical Proposal: A detailed proposal describing the approach to the consultancy, including the proposed methodology, with recurrent deliverables detailing progress and timeline.
- Financial Proposal: A financial proposal with a budget breakdown.
The application should be done through Success Factor only. If you cannot attach the required documents in the system, you may email sc.recruitment@unesco.org quoting the reference (22131) in the subject line of your e-mail.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an online 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 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.
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