Head of Unit

il y a 1 mois

Paris, Île-de-France United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Temps plein


Job Description

Description

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Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Priority Africa and External Relations (ADG/PAX) and the overall supervision of the Director of External Relations Division (DIR/PAX/DRX), and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Section for Relations with Member States (PAX/DRX/RMS), the Head of the Asia and Pacific Unit is responsible for promoting and strengthening relations and cooperation with Member States, regional organisations and relevant networks of the Asia and Pacific Region.

The incumbent will prepare relevant analysis for senior management, to support decision-making on policies and modalities of cooperation with concerned Member States and regional organisations.

In particular, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:

Provide leadership and backstopping as regards overall relations and cooperation with concerned Member States, regional organizations, as well as National Commissions and UNESCO Field Offices in coordination with relevant colleagues.Coordinate and prepare briefings, background papers and notes on cooperation, as well as relevant developments with concerned Member States and the region, for the purposes of the senior management of the Organisation – including support the preparation and follow-up of relevant meetings and missions of the Director-General;Develop and maintain close relations with concerned Member States, including Permanent Delegations, with a view to supporting and strengthening cooperation;Support coordination with UNESCO Field Offices, including by facilitating and advising them in relations with Headquarters;Coordinate, update, and synthesize information and documentation on relevant developments with concerned Member States and UNESCO's cooperation with them, as well as with relevant regional and sub-regional organizations, in cooperation with UNESCO Field Offices;Ensure coherent country and regional approaches to develop and sustain UNESCO's cooperation with concerned Member States and regional organizations, including through the identification and development of new partnerships as relevant;Ensure effective management of the Unit and support the overall work of the Section and Division, including in relation to the UNESCO Governing Bodies, the Executive Board and General Conference.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in the field of international relations, political sciences, social sciences, or in other related area, preferably with a focus on the Asia and Pacific region.

Work Experience

At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant experience in the field of diplomacy, international relations, of which preferably three (3) years at the international level, preferably with reference to the Asia and Pacific region.Proven experience in development of analytical and strategic documents and advice.Proven experience in leading, managing, and motivating staff and teams.

Skills & Competencies:

Commitment and knowledge of the Organization's mandate, vision, strategic direction and priorities.Excellent geopolitical knowledge of the Asia and Pacific region.Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills.Excellent analytical and drafting skills, including demonstrated ability to provide high-level advice.Proven ability to communicate, advocate, and negotiate with colleagues, staff and stakeholders at all levels within and outside the Organization.Demonstrated management and organizational skills.Sense of diplomacy, tact and discretion.Proven ability to work effectively in a team and motivate teams in a multicultural environment.

Languages:

Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English or French and good knowledge of the other language.

Source: (Asia-&-the-Pacific)/ /



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