DescriptionAbout United Nations University The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars engaged in policy-oriented research, capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States. For the past four decades, UNU has been a go-to think tank for impartial research on human survival, conflict prevention, sustainable development, and welfare. With more than 400 researchers in 12 countries, UNU's work spans the 17 Sustainable Development Goals' full breadth, generating policy-relevant knowledge to effect positive global change. UNU maintains more than 200 collaborations with UN agencies and leading universities and research institutions across the globe. For more information, please visit http://unu.edu. About Institute (UNU-IAS) United Nations University, Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) is one of 14 research and training Institutes that comprise the think tanks in the UNU system. UNU-IAS is a UNU institute based at UNU Headquarters in Tokyo. The mission of UNU-IAS is to serve the international community through policy-relevant research and capacity development focused on sustainability, including its social, economic and environmental dimensions. Through its postgraduate education programmes UNU-IAS develops future international leaders with interdisciplinary understanding and skills needed to advance creative solutions to problems of sustainability. UNU-IAS builds on a strong tradition of UNU research and capacity development in Japan, undertaken in collaboration with a global network of professionals and scholars, particularly in Africa and Asia. For more information, please visit http://ias.unu.edu. The Innovation and Education (IVE) Programme is a new thematic area of UNU-IAS, aiming to promote research and practices on innovative and inclusive education and lifelong learning for sustainable development at all ages. It reinforces evidence-based policy advice to translate global goals into local actions with a close alignment with the Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) for 2030 Roadmap. The project, “Enhancing ICH safeguarding and transmission using ICT in Luang Prabang” (“Project”) is a 3-year project funded by the Grant for Global Sustainability (GGS), started in 2021. It aims to enhance the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) in the Town of Luang Prabang World Heritage Site in Lao PDR using information and communications technology (ICT). Its three primary objectives are: 1. to promote Luang Prabang’s ICH by developing a publicly available ICH database; 2. to facilitate youth’s active engagement in the ICH safeguarding process using digital technology; and 3. to strengthen educators’ capacity and roles in integrating ICT-enhanced ICH knowledge in teaching practices. Results of this project are expected to contribute to SDG localization in Luang Prabang by strengthening the community’s heritage safeguarding through awareness raising (SDG 11.4), promoting sustainable tourism through a collective effort between current and future artisans (SDG 8.9), and enhancing educators’ capacities to facilitate ICH safeguarding (SDG 4.7). Terms of Reference Under, the overall supervision of the UNU-IAS Director and under, the direct guidance and supervision of the Head of Innovation and Education (IVE), the Research Assistant shall perform the following tasks: 1. Provide the overall assistance in research activities of the Project, including: Translating and interpreting research materials from Lao to English and English to LaoAssist in preparing, maintaining and filing documentations written in Lao and English;Participating in regular project team meetings and recording the meeting minutes;Assisting in field data collection including preparing interview questions and conducting interviews, ; andAssisting in data analysis including coding data, creating themes, and summarizing resultsAssisting in drafting research progress reports. 2. Assist in providing logistical support to the organization and follow-up of the Youth Forum events, including: Translating Youth Forum materials such as presentation slides and handouts;Sending and tracking invitations and other Youth Forum materials to local speakers and participants;Assisting travel arrangement, procurement and related payment;Providing technical support in organizing and conducting online events; andTaking minutes and maintaining event records. 3. Facilitate communication among partners and networks in Lao PDR for the Project: Assisting in communicating with partner organizations such as Tokyo Institute of Technology and UNESCO Bangkok, and local key stakeholders as necessary;Responding to inquiries from participants, partners and facilitators from Lao PDR;Keeping contact lists of the network members updated; andSupporting communication activities via social media and network portals. 4. Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator. Competencies Values: Inclusion — take action to create an environment of dignity and respect for all, regardless of age, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, geography, grade, language, nationality, racial identity, religion, sex, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, social origin or any other aspect of identityIntegrity — act ethically, demonstrating the standards of conduct of the United Nations and taking prompt action in case of witnessing unprofessional or unethical behaviour, or any other breach of UN standardsHumility — demonstrate self-awareness and willingness to learn from othersHumanity — act according to the purposes of the United Nations: peace, dignity and equality on a healthy planet Behaviours: Connect and collaborate — build positive relationships with others to advance the work of the United Nations and work coherently as One UNAnalyse and plan — seek out and use data from a wide range of sources to understand problems, inform decision-making, propose evidence-based solutions and plan actionDeliver results with positive impact — hold oneself and others accountable for delivering results and making a positive difference to the people and causes that the United Nations servesLearn and develop — pursue own learning and development and contribute to the learning and development of othersAdapt and innovate — demonstrate flexibility, agility and the ability to think and act in novel ways
RequirementsBachelor’s degree in social science, education, culture, sustainable development or other related disciplines is required.Master’s degree or equivalent in education, international development, social sciences, or a related discipline or other relevant social sciences is desirable.Demonstrated experience in conducting qualitative research, particularly carrying out interviews and recording fieldnote observationsExperienced in analyzing and summarizing qualitative data, particularly data organization and data codingEfficient handling of multiple project tasks at once and responding to urgent requestsExperience in providing logistical support on-site including liaising with relevantExcellent time management skills including successful implementation of project activities based on schedule and effective utilization of time management tools and software where necessary.Work experience in international organizations or promoting major international initiatives; andKnowledge in cultural heritage is desirable.Full professional proficiency both oral and written in Lao and English is required.Knowledge of another UN official working language is an asset. Duration of contract from 1 July 2022 to 30 October 2022 Payment schedule and deliverables Deliverable1: Due date 31 August 2022, amount 2,880 USD.[1] Translation and interpretation of research materials from Lao to English and English to LaoInterviews and fieldnotes data collection Deliverable2: Due date 31 October 2022, amount 2,880 USD. Research summary and analysis report Total: 5,760 USD [1] Estimated amount: 180USD per day (UN CTC entry level) x 16 days Travel considerations Should “mission travel” be required, UNU will pay for travel. However, this will be subject to the following prerequisites: Medical Clearance, Security Clearance through the Travel Request Information Process (TRIP) system, completion of the BSAFE online course, travel Visa, and liability waiver. Trip prerequisites will be met at the expense of the consultant. Travel cost will be calculated based on economy class travel, regardless of the length of travel. Costs for accommodation, meals and incidentals must not exceed applicable daily subsistence allowance (DSA) rates, as promulgated by the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC at http://icsc.un.org). Expected start date: 1 July 2022 How to Apply: To apply to UNU, you will not need an account. Instead, we ask that you: Apply via the apply link;fill out the UNU P11 form (please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organisations);provide a motivation statement (in the P11 form); andanswer a few questions that are tailored to the position. You may wish to refer to the UN Values and Behaviours Framework for more information. Application Deadline: 19 June 2022. Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a desk review and/or a competency-based interview, background checks and references. Special notice UNU does not sponsor a working visa for this position. Consultants do not hold international civil servant status nor are they considered a “staff member” as defined in the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. UNU is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities to apply. Applications from developing countries, and from women are strongly encouraged. UNU has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNU, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. Information about UNU rosters UNU reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNU at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements. Scam warning UNU does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web
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