Programme Specialist Communication and Information

il y a 4 semaines


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


Job Description

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The 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 overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information (ADG/CI) and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Executive Office (CI/EO), the incumbent is responsible for carrying out professional and technical tasks, research and analysis for the programme management, as well as coordination of the Communication and Information (CI) Sector.

In particular, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

Programme Coordination:


Coordinate the activities of the Executive Office: collect and analyze data/contributions and prepare and consolidate briefings in the thematic areas of the Sector;Facilitate joint action and good working relations between, and with, internal and external partners;Review and produce correspondence, memos, briefings, speeches, articles, web content, and inputs to UNESCO reports. Management of the Programme Cycle:
Coordinate and ensure the preparation and planning of the Medium-Term Strategy (C/4), the biennial Programme and Budget (C/5) and corresponding workplans;Ensure coordination, monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the CI Sector's regular budget and extra-budgetary activities;Gather and compile contributions for the preparation of statutory reports and documents for submission to governing bodies and diverse partners as well as prepare, review and finalize documentation for sessions of the governing bodies, including reports of the debates;Monitor and manage inputs to UN wide exercises and reports. Resource Mobilization and Partnerships:
Analyse data on partnerships and provide substantive support, guidance and advice for the development of partnerships and outreach, including resource mobilization, by analyzing and compiling background data for potential partnerships and fundraising opportunities, reviewing project proposals and concept notes submitted for funding and corresponding project reports, and carrying out backstopping in coordination with Field Offices.Plan, develop and implement outreach strategies and visibility activities aimed at programme promotion and expansion. Knowledge Management and Administrative Support:
Ensure and develop adequate knowledge management within the Executive Office and the CI Sector as a whole.Document workflows and ensure compliance with processes in place.Provide substantive advice on contract management and oversee the administration of contracts.Encourage teambuilding and intra-/intersectoral cooperation, and provide supervisory guidance to consultants and interns, as applicable.Required Qualifications:

Education:


Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in communication and information, political sciences, public policies, international studies, social sciences, or another related field.Work Experience:
A minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience in the coordination of large programmes in the field of communication and information, of which preferably 2 years acquired at the international level.Experience in planning, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of programmes in an international organization.Skills:
Excellent drafting and editing skills, and ability to draft, edit and produce reports on relevant issues.Excellent planning and coordination skills, and proven ability to work with diverse teams, partners and stakeholders. Ability to critically review and synthesize information.Ability to communicate findings and recommendations on issues clearly and concisely.Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.Thorough knowledge and understanding of key communication issues. Ability to manage competing priorities, organize and prioritize workloads and manage multiple and complex tasks to meet established deadlines and deliver time-sensitive quality work.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment.Excellent IT skills with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.) Languages :
Excellent knowledge of English or French and good knowledge of the other language.Source: (Communication-and-Information)/ /

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