OVERVIEW

Parent Sector : Field Office

Duty Station: Brasilia

Job Family: Law

Type of contract : Non Staff (Service Contract)

Level : SC-8 (NO-A)

Duration of contract : 1 year

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15-JUL-2024

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

Only candidates who are entitled to work in Brazil may apply to this position

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the authority and overall supervision of the Director of BRZ Office, and the immediate supervision of the Programme Officer responsible for the coordination of the Director’s Office, and following the Table of Delegated Authority and Accountability, the incumbent will provide support in the analysis, research and counsel on legal matters and policy. He/she will anticipate and guard against legal risks facing BRZ Office and provide assistance in the development and proposal of policy and positions on various legal and project issues. The incumbent will verify the commitment of the Organization to agreements and contracts signed with national and private partners and shall contribute to the strengthening of the knowledge and compliance of UNESCO’s rules and regulations by BRZ Office’s personnel, as well as its understanding by national partners. To this end, the incumbent shall:

Long Description

• Assist DIR/BRZ and senior management in the area of international cooperation, analyzing project proposals to ensure their compliance with UNESCO’s standards and Brazil’s legal framework, and keeping contact with both administrative officers of the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC) and UNESCO project officers, as well as other cooperation partners;
• Assist DIR/BRZ and AO/BRZ in the review and/or interpretation of contractual documents to be signed by the BRZ Office;
• Assist BRZ Programme Coordinators and Project Officers in the due diligence process of private sector partners;
• Prepare opinions on various subjects, especially on legal matters, including those related to UNESCO’s rules and regulations, privileges and immunities and international cooperation;
• Convene meetings relevant for improved functioning of the Office including the coordination of the CRP (Committee for the Revision of Projects);

Long Description

• Ensure the protection and adequacy of the use of UNESCO logo and emblems;
• Undertake extensive legal research and analysis for the preparation of legal studies, reports, responses, correspondences and opinions;
• Prepare and draft correspondences in general;
• Keep the list of files organized and up to date, including in the intranet;
• Search office files and records relating to a variety of topics for information and references;
• File correspondence, documents and other material in accordance with a code already assigned on the basis of an established classification system and maintain files in good order;
• Perform other duties as required.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Advanced university degree (Masters or Post Graduation) in Law.

Work Experience

• Minimum of six years of previous experience in legal functions and/or international cooperation projects.
• Experience in legal analysis, research and drafting papers or reports on legal matters at the national or international level is required.

Languages

• The position requires proficiency in Portuguese and English.

Skills and Competencies

• Analytical, problem solving, organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills, pro-active, initiative and discretion.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Proactivity, initiative and knowledge in collecting data for the elaboration of reports in UNESCO’s five thematic areas: Education, Natural Sciences, Social and Human Sciences, Culture, Communication and Information.
• Respect for Diversity: Demonstrate recognition of the organization’s multicultural nature and its staff’s variety. Demonstrates international perspective, appreciation of difference in values and learning from cultural diversity.
• Integrity: Demonstrate consistency in upholding and promoting UNESCO’s values in actions and decisions, following the United Nations Code of Conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrate professional competence and experience in the knowledge of their substantive areas of work.

Core competencies

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
• Accountability
• Creative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Inclusive Collaboration

Functional competencies

• Demonstrates commitment to the Government of Brazil and UNESCO’s mission, vision and values
• Able to produce high quality reports and presentations
• Produces qualitative, accurate outputs with considerable attention to detail, in a timely manner
• Adheres to deadlines and follows up on time-bound issues
• Maintains diplomacy, tact and strict confidentiality with internal and external partners
• Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal, listening, writing) skills
• Organization skills (time management, efficient administration, multi-tasking and fast-paced)
• Team skills: Able to work independently as well as in teams
• Ability to work under pressure within strict deadlines;
• Ability to adapt quickly to work demands, and changing deadlines.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Specialized training or courses in the fields related to this position.

Work Experience

• Experience in international organization as well as knowledge of UNESCO or UN will be an asset.

Languages

• Working knowledge of another UN language, especially Spanish or French will be an asset.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

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