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Background The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) has designed a curriculum that sees a brighter future through diplomacy. Within this curriculum, it has launched the Global Diplomacy Initiative to enable students to listen to and explore international relations and politics from those who are currently working in these areas. This initiative is part of UNITAR’s training... and capacity development in the thematic areas Background

The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) has designed a curriculum that sees a brighter future through diplomacy. Within this curriculum, it has launched the Global Diplomacy Initiative to enable students to listen to and explore international relations and politics from those who are currently working in these areas. This initiative is part of UNITAR’s training... and capacity development in the thematic areas of the 2030 Agenda. Therefore, if you find yourself fit for this program, do apply for it.

Details

Application deadline: 1 October 2021

Organizer: UNITAR

Location: New York, United States

Duration: Three months (3 Sept to 3 Dec 2021) _ to be confirmed

Price: 1500$

PROGRAM AREAS

Climate Change, Governance, Peace Security and Diplomacy, Peacemaking and Conflict Prevention, Multilateral Diplomacy

Benefits

The program will help participants develop crucial skills and learn how to contribute to UN’s SDG #16.

Students of the program will earn a Certificate of Completion by completing the program.

Learning objectives

The program seeks to fulfill the objectives in the following areas:

Unit 1: Academic
• UN Study: 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
• Current Global ISSUES
• Diplomacy and Global Treaties

Note: you can read in detail about each of the above objectives at the official announcement link at the bottom of the page.

Program content and structure

The Global Diplomacy Initiative Program consists of 3-hour courses, conducted once a week for 2 months and three times a year namely spring, summer and fall. These courses will be taught by eminent Ambassadors and top UN Officials.

Who can apply?

The target audience for this program is delegates to the United Nations, national change representatives and students who are currently pursuing a degree in Political Science, International Relations, Urban Affairs, or similar academic programs ranging from the undergraduate level to any Masters/Graduate Program.

Research students can also apply.

How to apply?

Applicants can apply online using the link below.

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For more information about the program, please see the official link
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Oberlin College invites applications for Summer Immersive English Program (IEP) Lecture positions for the newly established Oberlin-UNITAR collaboration. The Summer IEP Lectureships are full-time, professional staff positions without benefits beginning in June 2023 and concluding in August 2023, reporting to the Director of the Oberlin-UNITAR Summer IEP. Oberlin-UNITAR ESOL Summer Immersion... Program Oberlin College and Conservatory is one of the Oberlin College invites applications for Summer Immersive English Program (IEP) Lecture positions for the newly established Oberlin-UNITAR collaboration. The Summer IEP Lectureships are full-time, professional staff positions without benefits beginning in June 2023 and concluding in August 2023, reporting to the Director of the Oberlin-UNITAR Summer IEP.

Oberlin-UNITAR ESOL Summer Immersion... Program
Oberlin College and Conservatory is one of the most distinguished of America’s liberal arts colleges and conservatories of music. Oberlin is deeply committed to academic and artistic excellence, with a mission of human development, social justice, and environmental sustainability. Founded in 1833, Oberlin has always aspired to change the world for the better.

In partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), the Oberlin-UNITAR Immersive English Program is purposefully designed for students to learn English in order to use English to learn. Students in the eight-week program will take five communicative, task-based courses: Reading and Vocabulary, Writing and Grammar, Listening and Speaking, Culture in Context, and English Conversation Lunch Tables, with each course’s language instruction thematically aligned with the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals to include topics related to inclusive and equitable education, food and agriculture, health and wellbeing, and climate change and sustainability.

Classroom instruction will be supported and enhanced each day through peer mentoring, tutoring, and guest lectures, weekly film viewings, live musical performances, museum visits, cooking classes, community service and activities, including outings to local destinations such as the Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame, Cedar Point, Crushers Baseball, and Findley State Park.

Responsibilities

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages in an immersive, residential, eight-week program elevating the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

Essential Job Functions
• Create and maintain engaging learning environments in the classroom and in co-curricular activities
• Teach reading and vocabulary, listening and speaking, grammar and writing, culture and context, and conversational lunch tables course
• Design and conduct lessons based on communicative, task-based TESOL language pedagog
• Assess, document, and provide daily feedback of students’ progress toward learning objectives
• Differentiate instruction to provide effective learning possibilities that address individual needs and provide targeted intervention when necessary
• Hold office hours each week outside of regularly scheduled class times
• Devote time to cultural or co-curricular engagement with students including supervision of excursions on some evenings and weekends
• Attend a curriculum orientation for lesson development prior to the program start date and ongoing weekly team meetings
• Assist with student arrival, orientation, and departure
• Follow Oberlin-established health and safety protocols

Required Qualifications
• M.A. or M.Ed. in TESOL, TEFL, TESL, or related fields
• Two or more years of experience teaching English Language Learners, preferably in a higher education setting
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching across a range of language proficiency levels in all language skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar, vocabulary, culture)
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively with students, faculty, administrators, support staff, and outside entities both domestically and internationally
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity and skill with educational technology, including learning management software such as Blackboard

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $9,000 – $11,500 based on experience. In addition to salary, apartment-style housing (with limited space for immediate families) and lunch and dinner during the work week will be provided.

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https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/13278

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $4,250.00 - $5,750.00 per month

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Oberlin, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
• Teaching: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person
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UNITAR is now hiring Individual Contractor - Marketing and Communications - Second Recirculation in Geneva, GE. View job listing details and apply now. Vacancy type ConsultantIndividual Contractor Duration of the contract Four months with a possibility of renewal based on performance Deadline for submission of applications 28 August 2022 Organizational Unit Multilateral Diplomacy Programme Unit MDPU Remuneration CHF 4200month Introduction The Multilateral UNITAR is now hiring Individual Contractor - Marketing and Communications - Second Recirculation in Geneva, GE. View job listing details and apply now. Vacancy type ConsultantIndividual Contractor Duration of the contract Four months with a possibility of renewal based on performance Deadline for submission of applications 28 August 2022 Organizational Unit Multilateral Diplomacy Programme Unit MDPU Remuneration CHF 4200month Introduction The Multilateral Diplomacy Programme Unit MDPU of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research UNITAR is seeking to hire an Individual Contractor to support MDPUs internal and external communications and outreach efforts and to strengthen the brand of UNITARs activities in diplomacy MDPU designs and delivers the Institutes Core Diplomatic Training CDT consisting primarily of orientation briefings and short intensive skills development workshops which benefit cumulatively some 2500 diplomats yearly at the United Nations Headquarters and... other venues where the Organization maintains a significant presence Parallel to CDT MDPU develops and delivers training activities at country and regional levels in close partnership with governments universities and selected international organizations MDPUs activities also include e-Learning courses special projects advisory services related to the curriculum development of diplomatic academies and the development of other training tools and publications MDPU welcomes qualified candidates interested to work for a period of four months at UNITAR headquarters in Geneva Flexible remote working conditions will be available in consideration of the current Covid-19 pandemic IT equipment may be provided if needed Candidates are required to provide one example of a previous work to demonstrate hisher capacities to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the assignment max 1 page for printable content 1 min for video and audio sample through a link which shall be clearly indicated in motivation letter Background UNITAR was created in 1963 to train and equip young diplomats from newly-independent UN Member States with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate through the diplomatic environment Over the years UNITAR has acquired unique expertise and experience in designing and delivering a variety of training activities We have become a leading institute in the provision of customized and creative learning solutions to institutions and individuals from both public and private sectors UNITARs mission is to develop the individual institutional and organizational capacities of countries and other United Nations stakeholders to enhance decision making and support country-level action to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals SDG At the heart of the Institute MDPU enhanced the development of its framework of training courses and expanded its capacity-building scope by launching various hybrid and online Masters degrees Executive Certificates and Diplomas and online programmes in areas such as Diplomacy Anti-Corruption International Affairs International Law Development Studies Leadership skills and more These programmes target government officials involved in bilateral and multilateral negotiations students young graduates non-governmental professionals and other stakeholders In line with MDPUs strategic growth plan the Unit has been expanding its communications and outreach efforts to consolidate its internal coordination deepen the quality of its content raise awareness and visibility for its training activities and strengthen UNITARs brand identity ResponsibilitiesDescription of Professional Services Under the supervision of the Associate Programme Officer of UNITARs Multilateral Diplomacy Programme Unit the Individual Contractor will oversee the coordination of short-term external communications activities and long-term re-branding strategy as well as internal communication activities Typical tasks assigned to Individual Contractor may include the following Assessing UNITARs brand and content benchmarking the Institutes position in the digital sphere against the learning and education field at large and accordingly devise a long-term digital marketing strategy in cooperation with the Director of the Division the Associate Programme Officer and in consultation with the team Preparing and delivering regular Communications briefings updating the team with communication activities presenting opportunities advising team members on best practices and consulting colleagues on major marketing developments Representing the Unit at internal inter-divisional communication fora including the Communications Working Group and the Strategic Communication Strategy Working Group Maintaining close cooperation with team members partner organizations and experts to devise and deliver communications campaign securing sufficient registration rates for the timely implementation of training activities Devising and safeguarding quality assurance guidelines for marketing content overseeing the drafting reviewing and timely publication of graphic designs visuals copies and articles as needed Maintaining close liaison with the Communications and Information Technology Support Unit CITSU ensuring MDPU content is in line with UNITAR standards and guidelines and fit for approval at corporate level Streamlining and consolidating MDPUs social media presence liaising with CITSU for timely publication of organic posts preparing monitoring and assessing paid campaigns overseeing the launch and maintenance of MDPUs new LinkedIn channels and further expansion coordinating coherent posting between UNITARs the Division Directors and MDPUs channels Maintaining and updating UNITARs various website and online platforms including UNITARs website its diplomacy platform alumni platform and UNGBS website Maintaining and updating MDPUs contact lists coordinating MDPUs direct email marketing timetable Maintaining close cooperation with external marketing vendors supporting the Administration and HR focal point in related procurement processes ensuring timely implementation of deliverables Organizing regular outreach events including livestreamed webinars online or hybrid open days and alumni retreats Undertaking or overseeing background desk research on best practices Crunching performance data as well as website analytics The Individual Contractor maybe tasked to train mentor and supervise trainees in hisher area of assignment as required Any other tasks as required The tasks assigned may be reviewed during the contract period to reflect changes in programme needs and priorities Minimum requirements The selected candidate will be able to demonstrate the following Masters degree in Communications Marketing Brand Management Journalism Political Communication Public Relations or any other related field Previous experience in managing communications and digital marketing campaigns Proficiency of the English language Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset in particular French Spanish Russian andor Arabic Excellent planning and organizational skills attention to details and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Advanced knowledge of social media and ability to manage and report on paid advertising campaigns Experience using Content Management Systems Wordpress Processwire High level of individual responsibility commitment and initiative Good public speaking skills and confidence in proposing and defending innovative ideas Excellent analytical and research skills Excellent writing skills Creative mindset and ability to think outside the box Curiosity and interest in innovations in digital marketing Knowledge of graphic design and video editing will be an asset Knowledge of the Adobe Suite Acrobat Pro DC Photoshop InDesign Illustrator Premiere Pro Premiere Elements Media Encoder After Effects and Excel would be an asset How to apply Candidates are invited to submit their application as soon as possible and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement Due to the high number of expected applications only selected 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