Advisor for Education

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Parent Sector: Office of the Director-General (CAB)

Duty Station: Paris

Job Family: Education

Type of contract: Fixed Term

Duration of contract: 2 years, renewable

Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 16-MAY-2025

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

Overview of the Post

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief of Staff, the incumbent contributes with an appropriate degree of autonomy to Cabinet activities and the execution of its mandate. He/she will be responsible for liaison between the Cabinet and the Education Sector, providing guidance and reviewing content while keeping the Director-General and Chief of Staff closely informed and ensuring implementation of their decisions.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

1. Providing strategic decision-making support, analysis, and advice to the Director-General, Chief of Staff, and Senior Leadership on programme strategies and matters related to the Education (ED) Sector through recommendations on actions to be taken for final decision.
2. Contributing to the formulation of UNESCO's education strategy; monitoring issues pertaining to ED initiatives, in dialogue and close liaison with the Assistant Director-General for Education.
3. Preparing official missions, producing and providing analysis, briefing notes, and inputs to briefings and information documents related to bilateral meetings and education events involving the participation of the Director-General and/or Chief of Staff, accompanying them when required, and ensuring appropriate follow-up. Analyzing opportunities for additional bilateral meetings and high-level participation in relevant events and making recommendations accordingly.
4. Supporting the Crisis Task Force in analyzing and reviewing UNESCO's education-related work in conflict-affected contexts.
5. Reviewing documents submitted by the ED Sector to the Governing Bodies and Member States; providing analysis and critiques on draft publications, reports, correspondence, public statements, press releases, talking points, and other external communication materials related to the Director-General's and UNESCO's engagements to ensure maximum visibility and adherence to UNESCO's mandate and priorities.
6. Ensuring overall coordination and internal communication by reviewing UNESCO's communications, the Director-General's speeches, public statements, and interviews related to ED.
7. Performing additional activities as needed to ensure the success of the team.

Competencies (Core / Managerial)

Communication, Accountability, Innovation, Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement, Planning and organizing, Results focus, Teamwork, Professionalism

Additional Information

Post Number: CAB 027

Grade: P-3

For detailed information, please consult the official UNESCO job portal.

Required Qualifications

Education: Advanced University degree (Master's or equivalent) in international relations, educational policies, or related fields.

Work Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience in educational policies, preferably two (2) years at the international level. Experience in international relations, diplomacy, multilateral cooperation, and development.

Skills & Competencies: Excellent organizational, coordination, analytical, communication, interpersonal, diplomatic, and advocacy skills.

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English or French and good working knowledge of the other language.

Desirable Qualifications

Additional qualifications include a master's in management, experience in international organizations or the UN system, and knowledge of UNESCO's programmes, priorities, and activities in education. Knowledge of another UNESCO official language is a plus.

Benefits and Entitlements

UNESCO offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, and pension plans. The approximate annual starting salary for this position is USD 98,367.