Post Number : SHS 165
Grade : P-4
Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Social and Human Sciences
Type of contract : Fixed Term
Duration of contract : 2 years, renewable
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 27-FEB-2023
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
The focus of the Social and Human Science Sector (SHS) at UNESCO is to foster inclusive societies, by prioritizing policies that benefit those at the bottom of the income distribution, and those that have been most affected by crisis.
Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Social and Human Sciences Sector (ADG/SHS), guidance from the Director for Social Policies and direct supervision of the Chief of Section, the incumbent is responsible for UNESCO’s Management of Social Transformations (MOST) programme, focused on major trends affecting societies (inequalities, environmental, digital) and promoting inclusive societies.
In particular, the incumbent will:
Education
Work Experience
Skills and competencies
Expertise in social policy and particularly major trends affecting societies (inequalities, environmental, digital) and/or promoting inclusive societies. Recognized scientific research, publication, writing and critical thinking competencies. Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, and project management, along with resource mobilization. Proven ability in programme management, including the monitoring and reporting of programme activities and related financial and substantive aspects. Leadership and expertise, including the ability to manage and motivate staff and teams and to maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment. Capacity to build and maintain effective working relations with national and international authorities, academic and non-government institutions, intergovernmental organizations, including through networking. Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills. Ability to participate effectively in high-level negotiations with internal and external partners. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present findings and recommendations on issues clearly and concisely.Languages
Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English.Education
PhD in Social Sciences with a history of publications in fields including inequality and exclusion, development of population, environmental change, and society, governance of regional and global commons, or digital transformations and societal disruption.Work Experience
Proven knowledge creation and brokering experience. Professional experience in the United Nations system or other multilateral organizations and/or in the field of international relations and diplomacy, multilateral settings/cooperation and development. Experience in a multilateral context.Skills and Competencies
Good knowledge of UNESCO’s work, and familiarity with SHS Sector activities. Familiarity with the work and general functioning of international organizations and/or the United Nations System.Languages
Knowledge of other official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and/or Spanish).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 115 757 USD.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.
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.
UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.
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