Associate Project Officer (Communication and Information)
JOB DETAIL
OVERVIEW
Post Number : CI/PA 019
Grade : P-2
Parent Sector : Communication and Information Sector (CI)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Programme Coordination
Type of contract : Project Appointment
Duration of contract : 1 year
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 11-JUL-2023
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Long Description
Duration of contract: 1 year with the possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
The Communication and Information Sector’s mission is to promote freedom of expression, media development and media literate societies, and to build knowledge societies through fostering universal access to information, innovation for sustainable development and the preservation of documentary heritage. (The role of this vacant position does not include responsibility for UNESCO’s wider external communications, which is managed by the Division for Communications and Public Engagement.)
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The post is located in the Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists Section of the Communication and Information Sector (CI/FMD/FEJ) at UNESCO Headquarters. The incumbent will exercise their duties and responsibilities under the overall supervision of the Chief of Section for Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists (CI/FMD/FEJ) and the direct supervision of the Project Officer of the Multi-Donor Programme on Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists (MDP).
The incumbent will work in a collaborative team environment and will be required to perform the following duties:
- Contribute to the implementation of the Multi-Donor Programme by providing technical and administrative assistance for the planning phase, including assisting in the organization of consultative meetings with relevant UNESCO field offices, the preparation and constant updating of workplans, and the preparation of budget outlines and allocations. In addition, provide technical and logistic support for the successful implementation of project activities and assist communication and coordination with implementing officers at headquarters and in the field.
- Contribute to fundraising efforts by monitoring the advancement of activities, compiling data and information, and drafting reports and briefs related to the MDP, notably the MDP’s annual progress report. In addition, prepare the organization of relevant meetings with donors, assist in the drafting of correspondence for donors and partners, and help prepare project proposals, concept notes, and donor mappings and analyses.
- Support knowledge-management by maintaining registers and updating knowledge-sharing and communication platforms to strengthen the organizational and programme memory, as well as to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and resources among the MDP team, including the compilation of resources, programme documents and materials at various stages, and collection of annual evidence of milestones and achieved targets.
- Assist with programme communication by preparing outreach and visibility materials and regularly updating the MDP website.
- Support the reinforcement of inter-agency coordination by following-up with the UN System Staff College (UNSSC) on a joint initiative to enhance the capacities of UN Country Teams to upscale the UN-wide understanding of the rights to freedom of expression, access to information and the safety of journalists across all programmes of the UN System.
- Support the wider FEJ section in the drafting of information materials, website articles, concept notes, speeches, correspondence, briefings, project proposals, policy guidelines, agreements or any other documents related to the MDP implementation in the areas of freedom of expression and the safety of journalists.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by Chief/FMD/FEJ.
Long Description
Long Description
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in international relations, social or political sciences, international law, media studies, or other related fields.
Work Experience
- At least two (2) years of relevant professional experience in one or several subject areas of communication and information, including with issues related to promoting freedom of expression, safety of journalists and/or access to information.
- Experience in planning, coordinating and managing projects in the area of communication and information.
- Experience in drafting and editing (reports, articles, publications, briefings, etc.).
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent organizational and planning skills following a results-based approach.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, and ability to exchange information on complex issues.
- Excellent analytical, research and drafting skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to work under pressure and to organize and coordinate multiple tasks.
- Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Office software such as Word and Excel.
- Discretion and maturity of judgement.
- Good IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of either English or French and good knowledge of the other language.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience
- Previous experience at UNESCO, in the United Nations System or other international organizations.
- Relevant one (1) year work experience acquired at the international level.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent understanding of UNESCO’s work to promote freedom of expression and the safety of journalists, including specific threats faced by women journalists.
Languages
- Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and/or Spanish).
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 77 127 US $.
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 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.
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