About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:0.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>JOB DETAILS</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Type of contract :</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> </span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif">Service Contract</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Level :</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> </span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif">SC8</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Hiring Unit :</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> </span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif">Natural Sciences Sector (SC)</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Duty Station :</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> </span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif">Dakar</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Work location :</span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> On site</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Duration of contract</span></strong><strong><span style="color:#0070c0"> </span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> 12 months</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Hiring open to :</span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> External candidates</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">Application deadline (Midnight UTC±0 (UTC) Time) :</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> </span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif">13/07/2026</span></p> <p style="margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:center;margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif;color:#0070c0">UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism</span></strong></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>SUPERVISION</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Under the overall authority of the Regional Director and the supervision of the program specialist for Sciences, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of Sciences program in 15 countries of West Africa covered by the office. </span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Within this context, the incumbent will be responsible for:</p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Program Implementation </span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Contribute to the development, coordination and implementation of activities related to biodiversity, ecosystems management and climate resilience within the <br>framework of the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Program and based on Member States needs.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Support the implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of the other Natural Sciences sector activities such as Science Technology and Innovation <br>(STI), water sciences, basic sciences, and Disaster Risk Management.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Interact regularly with various stakeholders (regional, national and local authorities, National Commission for UNESCO, United Nations agencies, scientific <br>institutions, private sector, NGOs, sub-regional organizations) for the development and implementation of joint programs; Participate in the Organization's <br>representation activities in the various exchange platforms.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Contributing to resource mobilization by responding to calls for projects and developing concept notes and project proposals in accordance with national <br>priorities in order to strengthen program activities related to natural resources management.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Contribute to the search and development of partnerships with national authorities, the private sector, civil society, NGOs and multilateral funding bodies.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Supporting UNESCO in its role as a hub of ideas and innovations for Sustainable Development.</li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Project management support </span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Coordinate the planning of project activities in accordance with their logical frameworks.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ensure the implementation of activities in close collaboration with the various stakeholders.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Organize monitoring and evaluation missions in the field when needed, ensuring the effective involvement of beneficiaries and the preparation of related reports</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Establish, develop and maintain consistent working relationships with project partners.</li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Ensure the visibility of projects through regular communication and maintain the link with internal and external partners.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:0.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Long Description</H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Work experience</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Preferably a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in the areas of environmental engineering, ecology, biodiversity and/or natural resources management.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience in activities and/or projects that involved ecological science education, training and/or research on ecosystems and biodiversity conservation, water management, vulnerability analysis, adaptation and resilience within the context of climate change, is desirable.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Education</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Advanced university degree (Master II or equivalent degree) in the field of Natural sciences with good expertise in sustainable management of natural resources or in a related field.</li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:0.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Long Description</H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Desirable qualifications</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience at international or regional level</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experience in ecosystems and biodiversity conservation would be an asset </span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>COMPETENCIES - Core (C) & Managerial (M)</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Communication (C)</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Accountability (C)</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Innovation (C)</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C)</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Planning and organizing (C)</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Results focus (C)</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Teamwork (C)</span> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">For detailed information, please consult the <a href="https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000245056?posInSet=9&queryId=bcd2a5ea-9a90-4938-88c1-3f56099f4201" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UNESCO Competency Framework</a>.</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:0.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Long Description</H2> </div><div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">To apply, please visit the <a href="https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl?locale=en_GB" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UNESCO Careers website</a>. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted. </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, as well as reference checks. In addition, candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the position’s qualifications. </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course. </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Short-listed candidates may also be added to Talent Pools; subject to their consent (i.e. Data Privacy Statement).</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of personnel shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">lndividuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The statutory retirement age at UNESCO is 65 years.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.</span></li> </ul></div></div></div>