Associate Project Officer (Culture)

OVERVIEW

Post Number : WHC/PA 047

Grade : P-2

Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station: Paris

Job Family: Culture

Type of contract : Project Appointment

Duration of contract : 1 year

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 11-OCT-2021

 

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

 

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

 

The specific position is being sought for the planning, coordination, development and implementation of the project “World Heritage Online Map Platform”, funded by the Flanders UNESCO Trustfund (FUT).

 

Work assignment:

 

Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture (ADG/CLT), the general supervision of the Director of the World Heritage Centre (DIR/WHC), and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Europe and North America Unit of the World Heritage Centre (Chief/WHC/EUR), and in coordination with the Deputy Director of the World Heritage Centre; the incumbent shall exercise the function of Associate Project Officer and will be responsible for the planning, coordination, development and implementation of the project “World Heritage Online Map Platform”, funded by the Flanders UNESCO Trustfund (FUT).

Long Description

In particular, the incumbent will be responsible for the:

 

• Management of the project (overall planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting), in close cooperation with the partners and stakeholders involved.
• Preparation and follow-up of the detailed activity programming for each of the different activities, including the preparation of contracts, follow-up on contract-implementation, budget management, organization and facilitation of expert meetings, and reporting.
• Coordination of the data collection and creation of georeferenced maps of World Heritage properties in Europe and North America, in consultation with the relevant partners and States Parties
• Coordination of the development of the online platform for georeferenced World Heritage maps in Europe and North America; also in coordination with the ongoing mapping activities of World Heritage Cities Programme;
• Ensuring the development of guidance for States Parties on providing georeferenced data for World Heritage.
• Reporting and communication on the project's achievements, including the final project report and evaluation.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Communication (C) Accountability (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 or equivalent) in the field of Cultural and/or Natural Heritage, History, Social Sciences, Archaeology, or related area.

 

Work experience

• Minimum two (2) years of relevant professional experience in the field of cultural and/or natural heritage, preferably acquired at international level and in the region of Europe and North America.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in designing, managing and implementing projects related to the field of cultural and/or natural heritage, preferably at the international level and concerning multiple countries in the Europe and North America region.

Long Description

Skills/Competencies

• Good knowledge of the cultural and natural heritage field in the Europe and North America region. 
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate extra-budgetary projects related to cultural and/or natural heritage (preparation of proposals, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation), overseeing project execution ensuring consistency and timeliness.
• Proven capacity to build partnerships and coordination with a wide range of partners and stakeholders within and outside the Organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, high level of drafting skills.
• Strong coordination and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent IT skills, including in standard office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and preferably also in data visualization and presentation (e.g. Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Basic knowledge in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and its overall principles.
• Good skills in using social media and mobile applications to advocate for the outcomes of the project.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and maintain effective team cooperation.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English (both written and oral) or French and good knowledge of the other language.

Long Description DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education

• Relevant professional training and/or research in the field of Digital Cultural Heritage.

 

Work experience

• Proven professional experience in the implementation of the World Heritage Convention (e.g. Reactive Monitoring, preparation and follow-up of World Heritage Committee decisions, capacity-building, International Assistance) in the Europe and North America region, will be considered as a strong asset.
• Relevant experience with UNESCO and understanding of the organization, including its administrative procedures and financial process.
• Experience in Geographic Information System (GIS) software (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS).

 

Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge of UNESCO and its cultural Conventions and programmes in particular the World Heritage Convention and its processes.
• Skills in Geographic Information System (GIS) software (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS).

 

Language

• Knowledge of Dutch would be an asset to facilitate communication with the donor and its partner institutions in the area of GIS.

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.

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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