Associate Project Coordinator (Culture)

UNESCO; Paris; Sur place; USD 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UNESCO is seeking an Associate Project Coordinator in Paris for a temporary project appointment within its Culture Sector. The role involves coordinating various culture initiatives aligned with the organization's budget and strategies, requiring strong communication and analytical skills, as well as experience in global cultural projects.

Prestations

30 days annual leave

family allowance

medical insurance

pension plan

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant experience in the field of culture.
• Experience in programme coordination at an international level.

Responsabilités

• Support alignment of culture projects with UNESCO’s Medium-Term Strategy.
• Coordinate follow-up of the UNESCO High-Level Forum for Museums.
• Develop communication content for the Culture Sector.

Connaissances

Coordination Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

IT Skills

Formation

Advanced university degree (Master or equivalent) in culture, humanities, political science, or related

Description du poste

OVERVIEW

Post Number:CLT/PA 121

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):23-JUN-2025

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

Duration of contract: 1 year with the possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

The Executive Office of the UNESCO Culture Sector, which ensures the overall coordination of the development, implementation and monitoring of the Approved Programme and Budget of the Culture Sector (CLT), is looking for an Associate Project Coordinator to support transversal, voluntary contributions funded activities and initiatives and ensure their full alignment with the Programme and Budget, and coordination within the Culture Sector. This will include initiatives related to culture and sustainable development, sustainable cultural tourism, the coordination of the follow-up of the third edition of the UNESCO High-Level Forum for Museums, as well as other transversal priority areas including in the framework of strategic initiatives led by the Assistant Director-General for Culture (ADG/CLT) and/or the Chief of the Executive Office of the Culture Sector (Chief CLT/EO).

Under the overall authority of ADG/CLT, the general supervision of Chief CLT/EO and the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator of the Programme Management and Coordination Unit (CLT/EO/PMC), the incumbent will support the general coordination of the implementation and review of transversal programmes and projects, while also ensuring their alignment and complementarity to UNESCO’s Medium-Term Strategy (C/4) and Programme and Budget (C/5).

Long Description

The Associate Project Coordinator shall in particular:

• Support the contribution towards the alignment of various culture projects and documents proposed by the Culture Sector’s Entities, to the Medium-Term Strategy (C/4) and Programme and Budget (C/5).
• Support the coordination of the follow-up of the third edition of the UNESCO High-Level Forum for Museums.
• Support the creation and reinforcement of cooperation and partnerships with international partners, networks and key players, strengthening the development and implementation of projects and initiatives. Cooperate with other UNESCO Programme Sectors, partners and stakeholders.
• Support the elaboration of internal and external communication contents, including briefings to higher management, talking points, speeches and online content for the Culture Sector in English and French.

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 or equivalent) required in the field of culture, humanities, political science, international relations, law, public administration or a related discipline.

Work Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in the field of culture, of which preferably one (1) year acquired at international level.
• Experience in programme coordination and liaison with external partners.

Skills/Competencies

• Excellent coordination skills and ability to maintain effective working relations with a variety of stakeholders and external partners.
• Excellent analytical, diplomacy and advocacy skills, in particular the ability to collect, synthesize and analyse information from various sources and convey messages.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative and to manage competing priorities, organize and prioritize heavy workloads to meet established and short deadlines, with a strong capacity for accuracy, close attention to detail and quality of work.
• Demonstrated ability to address complex issues, which can be of a sensitive nature.
• Good IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).

Long Description Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English or French (written and spoken) and good knowledge of another.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience

• Relevant professional experience in the United Nations System or other international development organization(s).
• Experience in supporting the coordination of a variety of contributions and inputs with the view to elaborate documents in urgent circumstances.

Skills/Competencies

• Good knowledge of the UNESCO Culture Conventions, Recommendations, and programmes in the field of culture.
• Proven ability to maintain effective working relations in a multicultural environment

Languages

• Knowledge of another/other official UNESCO language(s) (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or 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 84 123 US dollars $.

For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult ourGuide 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 an 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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