Programme Specialist (Natural Sciences)

OVERVIEW

Post Number : 4IDSC0012RP

Grade : P-3

Parent Sector : Natural Sciences Sector (SC)

Duty Station: Jakarta

Job Family: Natural Sciences

Type of contract : Fixed Term

Duration of contract : 2 years, renewable

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 22-MAY-2023

 

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

 

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General, Natural Sciences Sector (ADG/SC), and the guidance of the Director of the UNESCO Multi-Sectoral Regional Office (MSRO) in Jakarta and the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Specialist, the incumbent will contribute to the design, coordination and implementation of activities carried out under Major Programme II - Natural Sciences: Science Policy and Basic Sciences programme (PBS), Local Indigenous Knowledge (LINKS) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Programmes in Jakarta. S/he shall ensure the strategic planning and implementation in the countries in view of supporting the Member States in its effort to implement its National Development Plan (NDP) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Country Framework (UNSDCF) and contribute to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The incumbent shall work as part of the Interdisciplinary team in the UNESCO Jakarta Office, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, and with technical guidance from SC Programme Divisions at UNESCO Headquarters. In this context, the Programme Specialist will be expected to perform the following responsibilities:

Long Description

• Manage and implement programme activities following the approved Programme and Budget and provide reports. Contribute to the overall delivery of the Office's programme objectives and intersectoral working modalities. Identify focus areas within national priorities in the countries covered by the Office and seek integration of these priorities in United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks (UNSDCF) and associated work in the countries covered by the Office.
• Provide advice and guidance to governments, civil society organizations, and the private sector on developing strategies and policies in Science Policy and Capacity Building, LINKS and DRR.
• Prepare substantive inputs for policy development. Provide information and technical advice to other UNESCO Field Offices, peers, and colleagues in the region and carry out trends and priorities analyses, and research and recommend particular courses of action based on findings.
• Initiate and participate actively in exchanges on planning and implementing programmes and projects and new and emerging trends. Maintain and ensure relations with relevant scientific, technical and development institutions, intergovernmental & non-governmental organizations and private sector entities and networks.
• Identify and contribute to the formulation of the Office resource mobilization strategy  developing  in collaboration with other Programme Officers interdisciplinary concepts and project proposals aimed at consolidating and complementing the regular budget funded programme activities in Natural Sciences.

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 natural sciences, engineering, basic sciences  or science policy or related field of natural sciences.

Work Experience

• Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience in project implementation in the field of natural sciences and or related fields, of which preferably 2 years acquired at international level.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing sciences and technology policies and strategies.
• Relevant experience in programme management, advocacy, resource and partnership mobilization.

Skills/Competencies

• Good knowledge of UNESCO's work at the country-level and familiarity with activities of the Natural Sciences Sector.
• Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills.
• Proven ability to communicate (in writing and orally).
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relations with national/local authorities, scientific and research institutions, academia, and relevant intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations.
• Ability to work in a multicultural team with respect and sensitivity for diversity.
• Good IT skills including knowledge of office software.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Advanced university degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in the field of natural sciences, engineering, basic sciences or other related field of natural sciences. 

Work Experience

• Familiarity with the political context of the country and region.

Skills/Competencies

• Familiarity with the work and general functioning of international organizations and/or the United Nations System.
• Knowledge of UNESCO's standard-setting instruments and programmes in the field of natural sciences and/ or related fields.

Languages

• Knowledge of other UNESCO official languages (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, 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 87 653 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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