Post Number : BSP/TA 005
Grade : P-4
Parent Sector : Bureau of Strategic Planning (BSP)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Programme Coordination
Type of contract : Temporary Appointment
Duration of contract : From 7 to 11 months
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 11-DEC-2024
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Duration of contract is 11 months, renewable subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
The Division for Partnerships, within the Bureau of Strategic Planning (BSP), is responsible for coordinating UNESCO’s public and private partners including key interlocutors from bilateral donors, United Nations and multilateral organizations, regional institutions such as the European Union (EU) and regional banks, civil society, philanthropy, foundations and the private sector. It works to diversify and expand UNESCO’s partner base and provide backstopping and guidance to UNESCO Programme Sectors, field offices, and Category 1 Institutes in support of their efforts to build strategic partnerships and mobilize resources. The Division for Partnerships is responsible for the elaboration of strategies for partnership and resource mobilization, in line with UN reform and best practices in these areas.
The Section for Donor Outreach and Resource Mobilization sits within the Division for Partnerships of the Bureau of Strategic Planning. It is responsible for coordinating and scaling up partnerships with the private sector, foundations, multilateral organizations and the European Commission, supporting the resource mobilization efforts of Programme Sectors, Field Offices and Category 1 Institutes through outreach, intelligence gathering, capacity building, knowledge exchange, and backstopping of decentralized resource mobilization efforts. Furthermore, it prepares strategy and policy documents relating to resource mobilization and partnerships and provides support for strategic dialogues with partners and the development of tools, systems and processes relating to partnerships and resource mobilization.
As part of its contribution to the wider efforts of the division to create a better enabling environment for resource mobilization and for building strategic partnerships, the Section will engage a Head of Private Sector Unit to lead UNESCO’s engagement with the private sector, including with business, philanthropy, foundations and individual giving.
Under the authority of the Director of the Division for Partnerships and the direct supervision of the Chief of Section for Donor Outreach and Resource Mobilization, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in accounting, finance, economics, business administration or a closely related discipline(s). A first-level university degree in the aforementioned fields, combined with two (2) additional years of qualifying professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Work Experience
At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in the area of accounting, finance or closely related fields, of which preferably three (3) years acquired at international level. Demonstrated experience in grants management, partnerships, financial reporting, especially in relation to reporting to various stakeholders. Experience in managing cross functional teams.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent understanding of grants management processes. Expert knowledge in developing funding agreements. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain effective partnerships and participate in negotiations with various stakeholders. Excellent drafting skills and proven ability to produce high quality and analytical management reports. Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a team and to maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural environment.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of English or French and good knowledge of the other language.
Skills & Competencies
Knowledge of ERP Systems and reporting tools. Good understanding of the United Nations system funding structure.
Languages
Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, 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 122 716 US $.
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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