Digital Citizenship & Education Projects Officer

UN Atlas; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UNESCO is seeking an Associate Project Officer in Paris to support digital citizenship initiatives and the implementation of the 2023 Recommendation. The role emphasizes policy briefs, guidance materials, and stakeholder partnerships, with a focus on the LAC region.

The position involves research, program development, and coordination across Field Offices, with a strong emphasis on hate speech prevention, equality, and non-discrimination in education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience, including at least 1 year at the international level.
• Experience in peacebuilding, international development, education research, advisory roles, advocacy, capacity development, or training.
• Experience organizing events for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide substantive research, analytical, and technical support for the design and implementation of UNESCO's digital citizenship portfolio.
• Prepare strategic documentation, including policy briefs, position papers, and guidance materials.
• Contribute to resource mobilization initiatives by gathering background information and supporting fundraising opportunities.
• Foster collaboration with stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and develop integrated regional and country-level programs.
• Support the development, publication, and dissemination of materials on teaching and learning history, including related resource packs.
• Coordinate and roll out the Section's work on hate speech, racism, equality, and non-discrimination at regional and national levels.
• Work with Field Offices and partners to ensure follow-up, especially in LAC regions.

Skills

Project management

Fundraising

Grant writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Diplomacy

Time management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

UNESCO is seeking an Associate Project Officer in Paris to support digital citizenship initiatives and the implementation of the 2023 Recommendation. The role emphasizes policy briefs, guidance materials, and stakeholder partnerships, with a focus on the LAC region.

The position involves research, program development, and coordination across Field Offices, with a strong emphasis on hate speech prevention, equality, and non-discrimination in education.