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">SC4</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">Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS)</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">New Delhi</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−5 Time) :</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif"> </span></strong><span style="font-family:Tahoma, sans-serif">26/07/2026</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>ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:2.35pt 0.0in 1.0E-4pt;text-align:justify;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Arial MT', sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d;font-size:14.0pt">U<span style="font-size:12.0pt">nder the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO South Asia Regional Office, and direct supervision of the Programme Specialist and Chief of Social and Human Sciences (SHS) Sector, the incumbent will provide administrative and operational support to ensure the efficient management of the Sector’s programmatic and financial activities.</span></span></p> <p style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial MT', sans-serif"> </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>MAIN TASKS AND SERVICES</b></H2> </div><div><h2 style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 17.5pt;line-height:13.4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-style:italic;text-decoration:underline"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><em><span style="color:#2e4057;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Programme Administration and Project Support:</span></em></span></strong></h2> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:2.0pt"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide comprehensive administrative support to the SHS Sector’s regular programme budget and extrabudgetary projects, ensuring compliance with UNESCO’s rules, regulations, and administrative procedures.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in maintaining project work plans, activity schedules and implementation tracking tools. </span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Maintain records of contract deliverables and payment schedules and follow up on documentation requirements. </span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Draft, format, and proofread routine correspondence, internal memoranda, and project-related documentation under the guidance of the supervising Programme Specialist.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Facilitate the flow of information and documentation between the SHS Sector and other units of the UNESCO New Delhi Regional Office, including the Finance and Administration Unit and the Communication and Public Engagement Unit.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in the organisation of Sector meetings, consultations, workshops, and events, including preparation of meeting notes, agendas, logistical arrangements, and follow-up action tracking.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Undertake other tasks as requested by the Director or the Programme Specialist of the SHS Sector, as required.</span></li> </ul> <p style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial MT', sans-serif;margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px"> </p> <p style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial MT', 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><h2 style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 17.5pt;line-height:13.4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-style:italic;text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#2e4057;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Financial Tracking and Reporting Support:</span></h2> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:2.0pt"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist the SHS Sector in financial management of its regular programme budget and extrabudgetary funds, using UNESCO’s information management and reporting tools.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Maintain budget tracking records and compile expenditure information for review by the supervisor. Assist in identifying discrepancies and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor. </span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support the preparation of financial progress reports, budget revisions, and financial statements in accordance with UNESCO’s accounting and reporting requirements.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in the reconciliation of project accounts and verify financial data entries for accuracy and compliance with UNESCO procedures.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist the sector in basic financial procedures, payment requirements, and banking and currency provisions, with support from the Administrative Services unit.</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><h2 style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 17.5pt;line-height:13.4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-style:italic;text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#2e4057;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Procurement and Contract Administration:</span></h2> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:2.0pt"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support vendor registration processes and maintain vendor and supplier information in UNESCO systems in accordance with established procedures. </span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support the process of vendor registration and maintain accurate and updated vendor information in UNESCO’s systems in accordance with standard procedures.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in the formatting, processing and administrative review of Terms of Reference and related procurement documentation. </span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Process vendor and contractor payment requests; verify supporting documentation for completeness and compliance; liaise with the Finance and Administration Unit as necessary.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Track deliverables and payment milestones under consu tant and vendor contracts; follow up with contractors on outstanding submissions and ensure timely closure of contracts.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:3.0pt 0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial MT', sans-serif"> </p> <h2 style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 17.5pt;line-height:13.4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-style:italic;text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#2e4057;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Event and Meeting Logistics:</span></h2> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:2.0pt"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide logistical support for the planning and implementation of SHS Sector events, including workshops, steering committee meetings, stakeholder consultations, and other programmatic gatherings.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Coordinate hospitality arrangements for international days, official events, and external stakeholder meetings, in line with UNESCO New Delhi Regional Office protocols.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support the preparation of event materials, background documentation, and participant communication, in coordination with the project officer and programme specialist.</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></b></H2> </div><div><h2 style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 17.5pt;line-height:13.4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-style:italic;text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#2e4057;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Travel Management:</span></h2> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:2.0pt"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support the SHS Sector in the preparation and updating of travel plans; make travel arrangements; prepare required travel requisitions; monitor the travel budget; arrange hotel accommodations and other related logistics in accordance with UNESCO policies, procedures, and rules.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Coordinate with the Administrative Department to finalize travel requests and settle travel claims on behalf of SHS Sector staff and consultants.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:3.0pt 0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Arial MT', sans-serif"> </p> <h2 style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 17.5pt;line-height:13.4pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-style:italic;text-decoration:underline"><span style="color:#2e4057;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Communications and Outreach Support:</span></h2> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:2.0pt"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In coordination with the UNESCO New Delhi Regional Office’s Communication and Public Engagement Unit, provide support to SHS Sector communication activities, including drafting and formatting social media content, newsletters, event announcements, and other visibility materials.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in the maintenance of SHS Sector web content, SharePoint sites, and institutional memory repositories, ensuring that content is up to date and accessible to relevant staff.</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>DURATION OF THE CONTRACT</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The contract term is expected to commence on 1 September 2026 and conclude on 31 August 2027. Any extension of the contract beyond this period will be subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of budgetary resources </span></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></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:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></H2> </div><div><p style="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> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.1pt;margin-bottom:1.0E-4pt"> <li style="margin:0.1pt 16.95pt 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:97%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">A minimum of a post-secondary qualification (diploma, certificate, or university degree) in business administration, social sciences, international relations, or a related field.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="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> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.05pt;margin-bottom:1.0E-4pt"> <li style="margin:0.05pt 16.95pt 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:97%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#1c2d3d">Minimum two (2) years of relevant professional experience</span> <span style="color:#1c2d3d">in programme or project administration, financial administration, procurement, or a related field, preferably within an international organisation, United Nations agency, government institution, or non-governmental organisation.</span></span></li> <li style="margin:0.05pt 16.95pt 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:97%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Demonstrated experience in financial monitoring, budget tracking, and/or procurement support functions.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.05pt 16.95pt 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:97%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Experience in the preparation of contracts, Terms of Reference, and correspondence documents in a professional context.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.05pt 16.95pt 1.0E-4pt 0.0px;line-height:97%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Experience in organising meetings, workshops, or similar events, including logistical coordination.</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="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> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:2.0pt"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, establish priorities, and meet deadlines under general supervision. </span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Good attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry, document preparation, and record keeping.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proficiency in standard office software (Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and web-based collaboration platforms (e.g. SharePoint).</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Good interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collegially with staff at different levels and with external partners and vendors.</span></li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0in 2.0pt 0.0px;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment and under pressure.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="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> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d"> <span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English.</span></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="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> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Experience in UNESCO’s Programmes and/or normative tools in the field of Social and Human Sciences.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Experience with the United Nations System, multilateral settings/cooperation and development.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#1c2d3d">Experience</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">working</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">with</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">an</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">Enterprise</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">Resource</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">Planning</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">system</span><span style="color:#1c2d3d"> </span><span style="color:#1c2d3d">(ERP).</span></span></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="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> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Good knowledge of UNESCO’s work, and familiarity with Social and Human Sciences Sector activities.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Knowledge of the geopolitical context of the region.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="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> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:#1c2d3d">Excellent knowledge of English.</span></span></li> <li style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#1c2d3d">Knowledge of an official language of India is 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>BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif">UNESCO’s remuneration package comprises a basic salary and a range of additional benefits. These benefits include a social security contribution equivalent to 15% of the basic salary, with 10% allocated to pension coverage and 5% to medical coverage. Employees are also entitled to annual leave at the rate of 2.5 days per month, as well as certified sick leave at the rate of 2 days per month, in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.</span></p> <p>The approximate Gross monthly salary for this post is Rs.70,157/- (including 15% social security with 10% representing Pension and 5% representing Medical).</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </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 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>