Consultant (Middle Level) IPDC Secretariat

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Consultant (Middle Level) IPDC Secretariat

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UNESCO

Job description

OVERVIEWParent Sector : Communication and Information Sector (CI)Duty Station: ParisClassification of duty station: [[filter12]]Standard Duration of Assignement : [[filter13]]Job Family: Communication and InformationType of contract : Non StaffDuration of contract : From 7 to 11 monthsRecruitment open to : External candidatesApplication Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 08-JAN-2025UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismOVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POSTThe Communication and Information Sector’s mission is to promote freedom of expression, media development and media literate societies, and to build knowledge societies through fostering universal access to information, innovation for sustainable development and the preservation of documentary heritage. (The role of this vacant position does not include responsibility for UNESCO’s wider external communications, which is managed by the Division for Communications and Public Engagement.)Under the authority of the Assistant-Director General for Communication and Information, the overall supervision of the Secretary of International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC), and the direct supervision of the Deputy-Secretary of the IPDC, the Consultant (hereafter referred to as Individual Specialist) will contribute to the implementation of activities under the umbrella of the IPDC.Long DescriptionSpecifically, the Individual Specialist will:A. Contribute to the timely organization of the IPDC Bureau and Council meetings and follow-up on their recommendations and decisions:

• Take part in the preparation of the 69th meeting of the IPDC Bureau and other IPDC governance-related meetings by drafting working documents, speeches, scenarios and briefings;
• Contribute to the drafting and finalization of the IPDC Bureau’s 69th meeting report;
• Support the implementation of Bureau and Council decisions.

B. Support the 2025 IPDC call for grassroots projects

• Update and, where necessary, help create new training materials tailored for field offices and applicants.
• Participate in the planning of training and induction sessions for UNESCO field offices, potential applicants, and the IPDC Bureau members.
• Contribute to the review of IPDC projects submitted as part of the 2025 annual calls.

Long DescriptionC. Contribute to programme planning, implementation and M&E

• Contribute to the periodic reporting on IPDC activities in Core Manager;
• Assist in coordinating the deployment of IPDC’s new M&E framework with Field Offices
• Support the collection, quality control and analysis of implementation reports, providing feedback and recommendations for improvements if necessary.
• Support IPDC’s online platform management and evolutions, and contribute to ensuring the continuous archiving of project proposals, reporting templates, M&E reports and other relevant documentation.
• Explore avenues for strengthening IPDC’s gender-transformative action.

D. Ensure the coordination of IPDC’s Safe Spaces initiative

• Act as focal point for IPDC’s ‘Safe Spaces’ initiative, focused on displaced and exiled journalists.
• Identify new countries and regions to which the initiative could be extended, strengthen the existing components of the initiative, and ensure linkages and the sharing of good practices between them as well as with the “Voices in Exile” initiative.
• Provide guidance and feedback to field offices and partners involved in this initiative, including to ensure the mainstreaming of UNESCO’s knowledge resources in the planned activities.
• Seek new funding avenues for the initiative.

E. Support IPDC’s visibility and resource mobilization strategy

• Draft briefings and strategic talking points for meetings with donors;
• Contribute to enhancing the visibility of IPDC’s support and impact.
• Develop at least 1 project proposal targeting traditional or new potential donors to the IPDC.

Long DescriptionF. Other tasks within the field of IPDC’s work, as requested by the Secretary or Deputy Secretary to the IPDC.Deliverables:Submit to UNESCO for approval:a) By February 2025, a first monthly report to UNESCO summarizing the activities conducted under the umbrella of this contract;b) By March 2025, a second monthly report to UNESCO summarizing the activities conducted under the umbrella of this contract;c) By April 2025, a third monthly report to UNESCO summarizing the activities conducted under the umbrella of this contract;d) By May 2025, a fourth monthly report to UNESCO summarizing the activities conducted under the umbrella of this contract;e) By June 2025, a fifth monthly report to UNESCO summarizing the activities conducted under the umbrella of this contract;f) By July 2025, a sixth monthly report to UNESCO summarizing the activities conducted under the umbrella of this contract;g) By August 2025, a final report to UNESCO summarizing the activities conducted under the umbrella of this contract, together with supporting documents.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 .REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Journalism/Media studies, international development, political sciences or related field.

Work Experience

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in project planning, coordination, management, research and/or communication in the area of international relations, media, development, or public policy.
• Relevant work experience with UN agencies, IGOs.
• Previous experience in working on media development and/or press freedom issues.

Skills/Competencies

• Good understanding of UNESCO’s work to promote media development and freedom of expression.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and ability to exchange, develop and summarize concise information on complex issues.
• Strong project management skills. Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent organization and planning skills, and ability to prioritize assignments and deadlines. Discretion and maturity of judgement.
• Capacity to collect, digest, consolidate, synthesize and analyze a vast array of information and provide insights on complex issues.
• Solid computer skills including advanced knowledge of office software such as Word, Excel

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSSkills/Competencies

• Knowledge of UNESCO’s institutional mandates and working procedures.
• Innovative thinking.
• Familiarity with the latest trends in the media sector.

Languages

• Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

APPLICATION PROCESSInterested candidates should complete the on-line application, download and complete the Employment History form (Word file). At the end of the Word file, insert extra pages with the following required information:Part 1: Technical Proposal * an up-to-date curriculum vitae.

• a statement indicating how their qualifications and experience make them suitable for the assignment.
• an indication of the approach (methodology, detailed workplan) he/she would adopt to carry out the assignment, including any inputs that may be required from UNESCO.
• List of relevant publications, if any. Provide link or URL to view online.

Part 2: Financial Proposal * A competitive fee for the assignment, which should be quoted in EUR or USD and expressed on a monthly basis – and the overall cost of the assignment, expressed as an overall lump-sum.Applications submitted without the Technical and Financial proposal will not be considered.Additional information:

• The selected candidate can work remotely.
• This consultant contract is for a period of 8 months, and the workload corresponds to a full-time consultancy.
• Estimated contract start date: ASAP, best January 2025.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESSPlease note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the 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.FooterUNESCO 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 ( ) 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.Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.

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Location

Paris

Job date

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 23:31:54 GMT

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