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Supervisory sector: Field Office
Duty station: Angola
Job Category: Program Coordination
Type of contract: Non-permanent staff
Duration of the contract: From 1 to 6 months
Recruitment open to: External candidates
Closing date for applications (midnight Paris time): 13-AUGUST-2021
UNESCO's core values: Commitment to the Organization, integrity, respect for diversity, professionalism
SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES
Under the authority of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office for Central Africa and the supervision of the International Coordinator of the Luanda Biennial, regarding the realization of the 2021 edition of the Luanda Biennale and its follow-up as well that the management and implementation of the programs of the UNESCO Antenna in Angola:
Participate in the coordination of the work of the Permanent Secretariat of UNESCO, the Organizing Committee, the Scientific Committee and the Steering Committee of the Luanda Biennale;
Assist the Government of Angola, in particular the National Intersectoral Commission in charge of the Luanda Biennale and the national management team in charge of its organization in strengthening their institutional capacities in the area of a culture of peace;
Monitor the implementation of the program and budget monitoring of the 2021 edition of the Luanda Biennale with cooperation with the African Union and the Government of Angola;
Participate in the coordination with the African Union and the Government of Angola of the participation of member states and partners participating in the 2021 edition of the Biennale and maintain relations with the countries / partners selected;
Coordinate with the permanent national team for the organization and logistics necessary for the 2021 Biennale at the national level, in particular within the framework of the Festival of culture and the program for young people;
Ensure the communication and visibility necessary for the success of the Biennale at the international level, in close coordination with the African Union and the Government of Angola;
Participate in the coordination with the Government of Angola and the African Union of the mobilization of resources and partners for the organization of the 2021 edition and to ensure the sustainability of this initiative, in particular within the framework of the Alliance partners ;
Coordinate with the African Union and the Government of Angola the edition of the Report and the evaluation of the 2021 edition in order to draw the lessons learned in order to ensure the conditions for the viability and sustainability of this continental initiative ;
Assist in running the UNESCO Antenna in Luanda: coordinate the implementation of the UNESCO / Angola framework agreement, coordinate UNESCO programs and further develop cooperation with the Government of Angola; participate in the activities of the United Nations Country Team.
SKILLS (Fundamental / Managerial)
Responsibility (F)
Communication (F)
Innovation (F)
Knowledge sharing and constant desire for improvement (F)
Planning and organization (F)
Culture of results (F)
Teamwork (F)
Professionalism (C)
For more information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education : Higher diploma of university studies.
Years of experience : At least 10 years of experience in the coordination and implementation of intersectoral / interdisciplinary programs - experience in the area of conflict prevention / resolution.
Skills : Development of partnerships and mobilization of resources, Institutional and digital communication, Programming and budgeting based on results, Teamwork, experience and knowledge of the structures and mechanisms of UN agencies, Cooperation with Member States and international institutions (particularly African Union).
Languages : English and French as working languages, good knowledge of Portuguese (understanding and speaking) would be an asset.
JOB DETAILS
Title: Deputy International Coordinator of the Luanda Biennale.
Grade: Senior
Type of contract: Consultant contract
Contract duration: 06 months
Duty station: Luanda
Submission deadline: August 13, 2021
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all applicants must complete an online application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website . No changes can be made to the submitted application.
The assessment 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 teleconferencing, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only selected applicants will be contacted and applicants in the final selection stage will be subject to a reference check based on the information provided.
UNESCO applies a policy of zero tolerance towards all forms of harassment.
UNESCO is committed to achieving and maintaining gender parity among its staff in all categories and at all levels. In addition, UNESCO is committed to creating a diversity of staff in terms of gender, nationality and culture. People from minority groups, indigenous groups and people with disabilities, as well as nationals of unrepresented or under-represented member states (please click here for the latest update) are also encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. International mobility is required for staff members appointed to international positions.
UNESCO does not take any fees at any stage of the recruitment.
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