Project Officer (Shs)

Unesco; Distrito Federal; Presencial; BRL 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An international organization is seeking a Project Officer to work within the Social and Human Sciences Sector in Brasilia, Brazil. This role requires an advanced degree in relevant fields and significant experience in project management, including the design and evaluation of projects. The successful candidate will oversee project proposals, technical cooperation agreements, and stakeholder negotiations. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to impactful social initiatives and engage with various organizations across Brazil.

Qualificações

• Advanced university degree (equivalent to Masters or Post-graduate) in Social or Human Sciences.
• Four to six years of relevant experience in project design and evaluation.
• Experience with financial management of technical cooperation projects.

Responsabilidades

• Participate in the elaboration and evaluation of SHS Sector projects.
• Manage technical cooperation agreements for budgeting and evaluations.
• Conduct negotiations with donors and create new project agreements.

Conhecimentos

Project management

Technical cooperation

Stakeholder engagement

Research and analysis

Formação académica

Advanced university degree in Social or Human Sciences

Descrição da oferta de emprego

OVERVIEW

Parent Sector: Field Office

Duty Station: Brasilia

Job Family: Social and Human Sciences

Type of contract: Non Staff (Service Contract)

Level: SC8

Duration of contract: 1 year

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 01-SEP-****

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

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the authority of the Director and Representative of UNESCO in Brazil, the overall supervision of the Social and Human Sciences (SHS) Coordinator, and with the direct support and technical guidance of the SHS Programme Officer and Criança Esperança Coordinator, the project officer will participate in the elaboration, execution, monitoring and evaluation of projects of the SHS Sector, in the selection process of social projects, and in the monitoring and follow up of the activities of the Criança Esperança programme.

Planning

• Provide assistance to the SHS Programme Coordinator in mapping‑out the development stage of topics under UNESCO's mandate in social and human sciences and the need for technical cooperation in Brazil with the public and private sectors.
• Provide contributions to the preparation of UNESCO Brasilia Office's framework and planning documents, including the IT‑based management tools such as Core Manager, as well as subsidizing issues for UNESCO's planning documents (medium‑term strategy and Programme and Budget - C/4 and C/5).
• Propose annual action plans for the specific theme(s) for which he/she is responsible in the Programmatic Area.

Technical Cooperation

• Prepare project proposals and revision proposals, suggesting UNESCO cross‑cutting activities and opportunities for cooperation with other UNESCO offices and networks in Brazil or in the region.
• Manage and supervise technical cooperation agreements (extra‑budgetary and UNESCO regular budget) by following up budget and financial situation, monitoring and systematizing evaluations and preparing document revisions and using project management tools; analysing and interpreting background history and documentation of projects under his/her responsibility.
• Add technical value to projects by providing technical and strategic solutions to project needs based on the UNESCO expertise under the Social and Human Sciences (SHS) programme.
• Monitor project implementation, analyse and appraise products carried out within the projects under his/her responsibility.
• Organise and revise UNESCO books, articles and publications by drafting and structuring contents.
• Prepare and make technical presentations, speeches, documents, reports and papers upon request.

National negotiations and fundraising

• Attend qualified meetings and participate in technical groups, when indicated by the Programme Coordinator and/or the Director of UBO.
• Conduct negotiations with donors and prospective partners (both from the public and private sectors), selecting and proposing work plans for negotiation.
• Identify niches of opportunities and draft new project agreements, in areas where the Social and Human Sciences (SHS) programme can offer expertise to a country such as Brazil.

Management

• Supervise, orient and review the completion of duties conducted by the sector Programme Assistant(s) related to the themes and projects under his/her responsibility, according to the priorities defined by the Programme Coordinator.
• Participate in the analysis and selection of the projects submitted by the NGOs to be supported within the Criança Esperança Programme by: elaborating technical reports on the performance of the NGOs and their compliance to the work plans originally proposed; participating in monitoring visits to the NGOs; participating in the annual revision of the online tool; following‑up and rendering technical support to the selected NGOs; participating in the Steering Committee meetings with partners and in missions whenever needed.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organising (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Advanced university degree (equivalent to Masters or Post‑graduate studies) in any area of Social or Human Sciences.

Work Experience

Four (4) to six (6) years of relevant experience in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects or programme in the fields of social and human sciences, public policy, management, or related areas.

Experience must include:

• At least 3 years of experience with programmatic and financial management of technical cooperation projects or with non‑governmental organisations.
• At least 3 years of experience in coordinating relations with stakeholders and institutional partners, including communication activities and presentation of p