Programme Office (Culture Sector)

OVERVIEW

Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station: New Delhi

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Job Family: Culture

Type of contract : Non Staff

Level : Level 4

Duration of contract : 1 year

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 28-04-2024

 

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

 

OVERVIEW

The UNESCO Regional Office in New Delhi covers Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. The incumbent shall contribute to the design, implementation, development, and coordination of activities carried out under Major Programe IV - Culture in the South Asia region in close collaboration with the Member States, local communities, and other stakeholders and close cooperation and coordination with the relevant Entities of the Culture Sector at Headquarters.

 

This also includes coordinating with the United Nations Country Teams (UNCTs) of the cluster countries, ensuring alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and contributing to the overall strategic objectives of UNESCO's Culture Program (42 C/5).

 

 

FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office for Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Maldives and the supervision of the Chief of the Culture Sector, the incumbent shall:

• Provide technical assistance in conceptualizing, planning, and coordinating activities related to emergencies affecting cultural heritage in the region, as well as activities promoting the implementation of the 2015 UNESCO Recommendation on the Protection and Promotion of Museums and their Diversity and Role in Society.
• Contribute to the conceptualization, planning, and implementation of activities in the field of World Heritage, particularly those involving local communities within the framework of World Heritage and Sustainable Tourism.
• Assist the Culture Sector in coordinating various activities in the cluster countries, in particular, under the framework of the Korean Funds-in-Trust project World Heritage, Sustainable Development, and the local community to be implemented until December 2024.
• Provide technical inputs into the conceptualization, design, and implementation of programme and project activities in line with the strategies and priorities of the Culture Sector.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the Director of the Office as well as the Chief of the Culture Sector.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

 

Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in cultural heritage, creative industries, cultural landscapes, heritage management, or relevant fields.

 

Work experience.

 

• Minimum 3 (three) years' relevant professional experience in the field of culture or related field, of which preferably one (1) year acquired in an international environment.

• Work experience in project management and coordination.

 

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Skills/Competencies.

 

• Excellent coordination and organizational skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to draft clearly and concisely and sensitivity to the local context
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment, both within and outside the Organization and to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage heavy workloads and meet tight deadlines, paying close attention to detail and quality of work.
• Strong IT skills including good knowledge of standard office software.

 

Languages

 

 Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English and Hindi

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

Work Experience

• Work experience in the UNESCO system. 

 

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of UNESCO's mission and action in the field of culture.
• Good Knowledge of UNESCO Culture Conventions and Recommendations.
• Knowledge of UNESCO’s administrative procedures and financial processes.
• Ability to work in partnership with a wide range of national, regional, and international organizations.

 

Languages

• Good knowledge of French will be an asset.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Duration of contract

 

The duration of the contract is 1 year with a probation period of 3 months, with the possibility of extension depending on the availability of funds and the performance of the candidate.

 

Benefits and Entitlement

 

UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days of annual leave, 24 days of certified sick leave etc..

 

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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