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>OVERVIEW</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Position Number</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>SC PA 061</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Grade</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>P-2</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Parent Sector</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>Natural Sciences Sector (SC)</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Duty Station</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>Paris</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Job Family</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>Natural Sciences</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#0070c0"><strong>Contract Type</strong>: </span>Project Appointment</span></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Duration of contract</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>1 year</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Recruitment open to</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>Internal and external candidates</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">Application deadline (Midnight Paris Time)</span></strong><span style="color:#0070c0">: </span>15/07/2026</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:center;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;color:#0070c0"><span style="color:darkorange">UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism</span><br><br></span><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;color:#0070c0"><em><span style="color:black">Initial appointment is for one (1) year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.</span></em></span><span style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%;color:#0070c0"><br></span></strong></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>ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Man and Biosphere (MAB) programme is an intergovernmental scientific programme that aims to establish a scientific basis for enhancing the relationship between people and their environments. It combines the natural and social sciences with a view to improving human livelihoods and safeguarding natural and managed ecosystems, thus promoting innovative approaches to economic development that are socially and culturally appropriate and environmentally sustainable.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The programmes seek to tackle global challenges, notably related to climate change and conservation of the environment, and develop sustainable and long-term solutions through the collaborative work and partnerships, implemented through projects, activities, and management of prizes (hereafter designed as "extrabudgetary projects").</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>OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Under the overall supervision of the Director of the Division of Ecological and Earth Sciences and Secretary of the MAB Programme, and direct supervision of the Chief of Section of the MAB Networking: Biosphere Reserves and Capacity-Building, close collaboration with the Natural Sciences Sector Communication and Partnership Officer the Associate Communication Officer will support the implementation and adaptation of communication and advocacy strategies for the MAB Programme’s extrabudgetary projects.</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>KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">In this context, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop and produce a broad range of communication and information materials to enhance the visibility of projects and prizes and support resource mobilization efforts.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Contribute to the design and implementation of public awareness campaigns highlighting the Division’s extrabudgetary projects.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Monitor and evaluate communication activities, including tracking performance indicators and assessing impact; prepare analytical reports on outputs, deliverables, and achievements.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Develop and maintain information networks and oversee the availability of publicly accessible materials related to the Division’s projects.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Support the production of written communication materials, including but not limited to online news items, reports and brochures for the effective management of the Prizes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Contribute to content development for websites, social media platforms, and mobile applications.</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><ul> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Collaborate closely with communication officers and Programme Specialists at UNESCO Headquarters and Field Offices.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Participate in relevant inter-agency communication forums to enhance the visibility and promotion of the Division Programme projects.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ensure that project initiatives are effectively promoted across various media channels, as well as at specialized conferences and workshops.</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Facilitate information exchange, share insights on communication trends and developments, and support communication with colleagues within and beyond the Section, including Field Offices, UN agencies, and external partners.</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="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Communication (C)</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Accountability (C)</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Innovation (C)</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Planning and organizing (C)</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Results focus (C)</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Teamwork (C)</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">Short Description</H2> </div><div><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></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-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">EDUCATION</span></strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in communication, journalism, public relations, or a relevant field.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">WORK EXPERIENCE</span></strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in advocacy and communication, preferably one (1) year acquired at the international level.</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-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES</span></strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong analytical, drafting and editing skills in English and French or Spanish;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to adapt communication styles to suit different audiences;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to articulate socio-environmental issues in a journalistic language;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong cross-cultural and interpersonal skills;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proficiency in website management and managing social media channels;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Excellent computer skills, including strong knowledge of Drupal 8 and Adobe Premiere Pro;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience in the creation of engaging digital content, video editing, visuals, and infographics;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and team cooperation;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proven experience in partnership engagement, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of communication strategies and campaigns;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Capacity to build and maintain effective multicultural working relations with authorities and programme partners;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present documents and information for a range of audiences, including proposals, briefing notes, reports, etc.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">LANGUAGES</span></strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English;</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent knoweldge (written and spoken) of French or Spanish, and good knowledge of the other.</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>DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">WORK EXPERIENCE</span></strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience with UNESCO, the United Nations System, or other international organizations' advocacy and communication activities;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Understanding of ethical and inclusive communication standards;</span></li> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of biodiversity programs and related initiatives.</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-bottom:11.0px;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="color:#0070c0">LANGUAGES</span></strong></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian).</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>BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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. </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The approximate annual starting salary for this post<span style="color:black"> is 87 824 EUR.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our <a title="" href="https://www.unesco.org/sites/default/files/medias/fichiers/2024/02/Brochure%20staff%20benefits%20-%20HR%20International%20Staff.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Guide to Staff Benefits</a><u>.</u></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>SELECTION AND HIRING PROCESS</b></H2> </div><div><p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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;font-size:12.0pt">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;font-size:12.0pt">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;font-size:12.0pt">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;font-size:12.0pt">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 staff members 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 to 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">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 <strong>(<a href="https://www.unesco.org/en/geo-distribution" target="_blank" rel="noopener">last update here</a>)</strong> are particularly welcome and strongly 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">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">Geographical mobility is required for staff members appointed to UNESCO’s international posts.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. UNESCO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO. The list can be accessed through the link: <a title="https://www.whed.net/home.php" href="https://www.whed.net/home.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.whed.net</a></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 appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by the Organization, is required for International Professional positions.</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 recruitment process.</span></li> </ul></div></div></div>