Chief of Section for Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Reporting

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Paris, France Unesco Temps plein
Chief of Section for Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Reporting

Parent Sector: Bureau of Strategic Planning (BSP)

Duty Station: Paris

Job Family: Programme Coordination

Type of contract: Fixed Term

Duration of contract: 2 years, renewable

Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 18-NOV-2024

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

This position is located in the Bureau of Strategic Planning, Division for Planning and Programming (BSP/DPP) in UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.

Under the overall authority of the Director of the Bureau of Strategic Planning and the direct supervision of the Director of the Division for Planning and Programming, the Chief of Section for Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Reporting (PMR) will manage a team of specialized professionals and provide technical leadership and guidance in the implementation of the Section's mandate to ensure the delivery of BSP core results related to:

  • The elaboration of the Organization's Medium-Term Strategy (C/4) and the Programme and Budget (C/5);
  • The preparation of statutory reports on the implementation of the Approved C/5 and the related work plans (EX/4 and EX/5); and
  • The development of policies and methodological guidelines regarding programme planning, monitoring and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Key statutory reports and strategic documents:

  • Drive and lead the preparation of the Organization's Medium-Term Strategy (C/4) and the Programme and Budget (C/5) in close cooperation with all Secretariat sectors and units.
  • Lead and oversee the overall programme planning process and provide guidance and support on the application of internal standards and methodologies.
  • Provide advice, guidance, support and quality assurance for the elaboration of the Organization's other key programmatic and thematic strategic documents.
  • Establish and maintain effective collaboration with all the Organization's sectors and units.

Programme monitoring and reporting:

  • Lead the coordination of effective monitoring of programme implementation and the preparation of key reports.
  • Make proposals for the Programme Coordination Group to improve UNESCO’s corporate monitoring and reporting function.
  • Lead the elaboration of programme-related communication and information materials.
  • Facilitate UNESCO’s reporting against the UN System’s frameworks.

Policies and methodological guidelines:

  • Ensure the Secretariat of internal house-wide programme committees.
  • Propose the conceptualization, development, review and adaptation of policies and processes.
  • Advise and contribute to the revision and elaboration of the Organization's comprehensive partnerships strategy.

Team Management and Staff Development:

  • Establish the priorities and objectives of the Section and manage the Section budget.
  • Manage and lead a diverse and specialized team, setting and monitoring performance objectives.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

  • Communication
  • Accountability
  • Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
  • Planning and organizing
  • Results focus
  • Teamwork
  • Professionalism
  • Driving and managing change
  • Leading and empowering others
  • Making quality decisions
  • Managing performance
  • Strategic thinking
  • Building partnerships

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in International Relations, Marketing, Business Development, Economics, Management or in other fields of competence of UNESCO.

Work Experience:

  • A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in the area of corporate planning, monitoring and reporting, of which preferably 5 years acquired at international level.
  • Demonstrated leadership in strategic planning.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with programming quality standards.
  • Demonstrated experience in coordinating complex multi-stakeholder processes.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and motivating teams.
  • Demonstrated experience of effective communication at senior level.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Proven track record in strategic planning.
  • Strong analytical, negotiating, networking and advocacy skills.
  • Creativity and capacity to innovate.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Excellent leadership skills.
  • Solid knowledge of relevant technological solutions and systems.

Languages:

  • Excellent knowledge of English or French and good knowledge of the other language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience:

  • Experience in programme and project management at both Headquarters and Field level.
  • Demonstrated experience with planning and programming innovation and system change.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Knowledge of UNESCO's activity areas and relevant partners and donors.

Languages:

  • Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and/or Spanish).

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical insurance, pension plan etc.

The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 152,171 US $.

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.

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 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.

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