Associate Project Officer (Monitoring, Reporting, Communications and Information Management)
JOB DETAIL
OVERVIEW
Post Number : ED/PA 220
Grade : P-2
Parent Sector : Education Sector
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Education
Type of contract : Project Appointment
Duration of contract : 1 year
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 21-JUN-2023
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Initial duration of contract: 1 year with the possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The war broke out in Ukraine in February 2022, and the scale and scope of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine has since exacerbated significantly with the increasing needs of more than 15.7 million displaced people and the mass devastation of over 4,000 education institutions.
From the onset of the conflict in Ukraine, UNESCO has engaged in policy dialogue with the Minister of Education and Science (MESU) and responded to key priority areas to protect the right to education and prioritize education in the humanitarian response in full alignment with the Ukraine Recovery Plan as well as the United Nations Transitional Framework. As mandated by UNESCO’s Executive Board, UNESCO developed its Education Action Plan with a focus on continuity of learning, including through the provision of 50,000 Chromebooks to teachers in need, in partnership with Google, a Global Education Coalition member. In late 2022, the mobilization of Google enabled UNESCO to join forces with UNICEF to unlock the first phase of the Global Partnership for Education Multiplier Grant. Based on consultations with MESU and UNICEF as well as on UNESCO’s comparative advantage in Ukraine, UNESCO will be responsible for implementing four components and part of the UNICEF-led component, namely (1) devices, (2) mental health and psychosocial support, (3) teachers’ professional development, and (4) E-governance in education sector.
Under the overall authority of Assistant Director-General for Education (ADG/ED) and the guidance of the Director of the Division for Education 2030, the Associate Project Officer will work under the supervision of the Chief of Section for Migration, Displacement, Emergencies and Education in the Education Sector who is the Sector’s Focal Point for Ukraine as designated by ADG/ED. The Associate Project Officer will assist, in consultation with the Education Communication Team, in the planning of and implementation of the overall Ukraine Education response, focusing on information management, monitoring, reporting and communication.
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Specifically, the incumbent shall
- Assist in the conceptualization and implementation of information and knowledge management systems considering the totality of the GPE programme and the activities of the Education Action Plan.
- Coordinate the timely and quality development, production and dissemination of communications materials and contents to support UNESCO’s goals and priorities.
- Write and edit stories, press releases, speeches, brochures, factsheets, etc. for different platforms, including the UNESCO website.
- Support the Education Sector in developing communication materials both offline and online, ensuring high-quality standards and the correct application of UNESCO branding guidelines, in close coordination with the UNESCO Kyiv Desk.
- Assist colleagues in identifying success and narrative stories from their work and ensure they are featured in relevant publications and platforms (website, social media, annual reports, external media).
- Support the planning and organizing of UNESCO events, ensuring coordination with partners, authorities, media representatives, members of the academia and other relevant stakeholders to ensure high visibility and impact.
- Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
- Plan and facilitate strategic, advocacy and programme activities supporting the Education Action Plan.
- Contribute to resource mobilization and partnership development.
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COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Advanced degree (equivalent to Masters’) in education, public policy, communications, or related disciplines in social sciences
Work Experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in knowledge and information management and communications, of which preferably 1 year acquired at the international level.
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Skills and Competencies
- Familiarity with UNESCO’s mandate, structure, and programme as regards Ukraine.
- Knowledge of national education priorities and the UN system’s work in Ukraine.
- Knowledge of other international/regional mechanisms and networks in the areas related to Ukraine’s education response.
- Ability to conduct independent research and analysis on sustainable development topics, and determine the suitability, validity and accuracy of data from different sources.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including interacting with various actors and working effectively and respectfully in a multicultural environment.
- Openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
- Client and solution/problem solving skills including proposing innovative approach/thinking.
- Excellent knowledge of computer systems and office-related software.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience
- Direct work experience in/with UNESCO in the Field, including in emergency settings.
Languages
- Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish, Russian).
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 66,658 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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