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Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS...
Duty Station: Angola
Job Family: Social and Human Sciences
Type of contract : Consultant
Duration of contract : 7 months
Recruitment open to : External candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 14 mai 2023
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The Biennale of
OVERVIEW
Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS...
Duty Station: Angola
Job Family: Social and Human Sciences
Type of contract : Consultant
Duration of contract : 7 months
Recruitment open to : External candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 14 mai 2023
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The Biennale of Luanda - Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace is a joint initiative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the African Union (AU) and the Government of Angola, which is part of the implementation of the “Plan of Action for a Culture of Peace in Africa/Let's Move for Peace” adopted in March 2013 in Luanda, Angola, at the Pan-African Forum “Sources and Resources for a Culture of Peace”.
The Biennale was established by Decision 558/XXIV, adopted in 2015 at the 24th Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union, requesting the African Union Commission (AUC) to work towards its organization, in consultation with UNESCO and the Government of the Republic of Angola.
The initiative strengthens the implementation of Goal 16 and 17 of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and of the 7 Aspirations of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, in particular: “The Agenda for Peace” and the flagship project “Silencing the Guns by 2020”, which has been extended until 2030. The Biennale also contributes to the implementation of UNESCO’s Operational Strategy for Priority Africa (2022-2029), intended to provide African responses to the transformations affecting the economies and societies of the continent.
Long Description
The overall objective of the Luanda Biennale is to strengthen the Pan-African Movement for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence through the creation of:
• A global cooperation platform for the elaboration of strategies for the prevention of violence and conflicts and the dissemination of initiatives and best practices, with a view to building sustainable peace and development in Africa .
• A space for exchange between the cultural identities of Africa and its Diasporas, a privileged meeting place for the arts, cultures and heritage as instruments of dialogue, mutual understanding and tolerance .
• A multi-actor partnership between governments, civil society, the artistic and scientific community, the private sector and international organizations. A major opportunity to support Flagship initiatives for Africa by scaling up projects and initiatives that have proven successful at local, national or sub-regional level.
For more information of the Biennale of Luanda, please visit: https://www.unesco.org/biennaleluanda/2021/en
Under the authority of the Director of UNESCO Yaounde Regional Office for Central Africa and the supervision of the of the International Coordinator of the Luanda Biennale, the Project manager will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the Biennale’ programme (3 thematic sessions, opening and closing), ensuring that they progress according to plan and achieve their objectives and outputs. The project manager will work in close collaboration with the international and the deputy coordinator.
Specifically, the project manager will be responsible for:
Long Description
• Supporting the drafting, updating and managing the Biennale’ programme
• Liaising with the other Biennale’ colleagues to ensure that any changes are reflected in the programme
• Managing the translators and ensuring that the Biennale’ final programme is translated and disseminated timely in the various platforms;
• Providing assistance with developing the 3 thematic sessions of the Biennale by: i) contributing to the brainstorming on the sessions contents and list of invitees; ii) sending the invitations and tracking the responses; iii) collecting any needed contributions from the participants (bios, photos, summaries etc. etc.); iv) preparing and sending the briefings to the keynote speakers and moderators; v) regularly and actively liaising with the participants of the thematic sessions; vi) managing the note takers during the sessions of the Biennale and ensuring they deliver the expected outcomes
• Organising and participating to the various Biennale’ committees: the Organizing Committee, the Scientific Committee and the Steering Committee;
• Following up meetings with efficient and timely communications;
• Liaising with UNESCO colleagues as appropriate
• Supporting the creation of the monitoring and evaluation framework of the Biennale programme, making sure that colleagues successfully contribute to it
• Drafting statutory documents, presentations and communication documents (for internal and external distribution) as required
• Performing any other communication tasks that may be necessary for success of third Biennale
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework . REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Project management, International Relations, Communication, Human and Social Sciences ;
• A first-level university degree in combination with additional 2 years of relevant experience in project management may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Work experience:
• A minimum of 2 years working experience in the United Nations System or in an (international) organization working for the Sustainable Developments Goals ;
• Proof record of multi-stakeholders project management ;
• Working experience in Angola and/or Africa.
Long Description
Competencies and skills:
• Excellent interpersonal skills ;
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with great attention to details ;
• Excellent project management and monitoring skills ;
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills ;
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver presentations and speeches persuasively to different audiences ;
• Proof record of ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines ;
• Management of complex, multi-stakeholders projects at national and regional scale ;
• Proof record of excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce a variety of documents in a clear and concise manner ;
• Proficiency in excel, word and other presentation tools ;
• Ability to work effectively in a team and to maintain good working relations within a multi-cultural environment.
Languages:
• Excellent knowledge of English or French; Knowledge of Portuguese is highly recommended.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work experience:
• Working experience with the Biennale of Luanda
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
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.
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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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Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS...
Duty Station: Angola
Job Family: Social and Human Sciences
Type of contract : Consultant
Duration of contract : 7 months
Recruitment open to : External candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 14 mai 2023
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
The Biennale of Luanda - Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace is a joint initiative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the African Union (AU) and the Government of Angola, which is part of the implementation of the “Plan of Action for a Culture of Peace in Africa/Let's Move for Peace” adopted in March 2013 in Luanda, Angola, at the Pan-African Forum “Sources and Resources for a Culture of Peace”.
The Biennale was established by Decision 558/XXIV, adopted in 2015 at the 24th Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union, requesting the African Union Commission (AUC) to work towards its organization, in consultation with UNESCO and the Government of the Republic of Angola.
The initiative strengthens the implementation of Goal 16 and 17 of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and of the 7 Aspirations of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, in particular: “The Agenda for Peace” and the flagship project “Silencing the Guns by 2020”, which has been extended until 2030. The Biennale also contributes to the implementation of UNESCO’s Operational Strategy for Priority Africa (2022-2029), intended to provide African responses to the transformations affecting the economies and societies of the continent.
Long Description
The overall objective of the Luanda Biennale is to strengthen the Pan-African Movement for a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence through the creation of:
• A global cooperation platform for the elaboration of strategies for the prevention of violence and conflicts and the dissemination of initiatives and best practices, with a view to building sustainable peace and development in Africa .
• A space for exchange between the cultural identities of Africa and its Diasporas, a privileged meeting place for the arts, cultures and heritage as instruments of dialogue, mutual understanding and tolerance .
• A multi-actor partnership between governments, civil society, the artistic and scientific community, the private sector and international organizations. A major opportunity to support Flagship initiatives for Africa by scaling up projects and initiatives that have proven successful at local, national or sub-regional level.
For more information of the Biennale of Luanda, please visit: https://www.unesco.org/biennaleluanda/2021/en
Under the authority of the Director of UNESCO Yaounde Regional Office for Central Africa and the supervision of the of the International Coordinator of the Luanda Biennale, the Project manager will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the Biennale’ programme (3 thematic sessions, opening and closing), ensuring that they progress according to plan and achieve their objectives and outputs. The project manager will work in close collaboration with the international and the deputy coordinator.
Specifically, the project manager will be responsible for:
Long Description
• Supporting the drafting, updating and managing the Biennale’ programme
• Liaising with the other Biennale’ colleagues to ensure that any changes are reflected in the programme
• Managing the translators and ensuring that the Biennale’ final programme is translated and disseminated timely in the various platforms;
• Providing assistance with developing the 3 thematic sessions of the Biennale by: i) contributing to the brainstorming on the sessions contents and list of invitees; ii) sending the invitations and tracking the responses; iii) collecting any needed contributions from the participants (bios, photos, summaries etc. etc.); iv) preparing and sending the briefings to the keynote speakers and moderators; v) regularly and actively liaising with the participants of the thematic sessions; vi) managing the note takers during the sessions of the Biennale and ensuring they deliver the expected outcomes
• Organising and participating to the various Biennale’ committees: the Organizing Committee, the Scientific Committee and the Steering Committee;
• Following up meetings with efficient and timely communications;
• Liaising with UNESCO colleagues as appropriate
• Supporting the creation of the monitoring and evaluation framework of the Biennale programme, making sure that colleagues successfully contribute to it
• Drafting statutory documents, presentations and communication documents (for internal and external distribution) as required
• Performing any other communication tasks that may be necessary for success of third Biennale
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework . REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Project management, International Relations, Communication, Human and Social Sciences ;
• A first-level university degree in combination with additional 2 years of relevant experience in project management may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Work experience:
• A minimum of 2 years working experience in the United Nations System or in an (international) organization working for the Sustainable Developments Goals ;
• Proof record of multi-stakeholders project management ;
• Working experience in Angola and/or Africa.
Long Description
Competencies and skills:
• Excellent interpersonal skills ;
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with great attention to details ;
• Excellent project management and monitoring skills ;
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills ;
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver presentations and speeches persuasively to different audiences ;
• Proof record of ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines ;
• Management of complex, multi-stakeholders projects at national and regional scale ;
• Proof record of excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce a variety of documents in a clear and concise manner ;
• Proficiency in excel, word and other presentation tools ;
• Ability to work effectively in a team and to maintain good working relations within a multi-cultural environment.
Languages:
• Excellent knowledge of English or French; Knowledge of Portuguese is highly recommended.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work experience:
• Working experience with the Biennale of Luanda
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
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.
Footer
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.
UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process Show more details...