United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Careers

Task Type:

• Art and Design

Task Description:

Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa and under the direct supervision of the Head of the Education Sector, the following tasks will be carried out in close collaboration with the Education Project officer for Education, Health and Well-Being.

• We are looking for one (1) Online Volunteer who under the guidance of the Project Officer for Education, Health and Well-Being and in close collaboration with the education team will produce design proposals for five (5) factsheets, covering the achievements of(organization). In particular, the/each Online Volunteer is asked to:
  • Leveraging graphic design to enhance the visibility and effectiveness of UNESCO’s educational initiatives.
  • Collect information on document/material background such as target audience, design style, branding guidelines.
  • Creating Visual Content: Developing engaging and informative visual materials that reflect the aims and achievements of the O3 Programme.
  • Enhancing Educational Resources: Designing educational tools and resources that promote the program's key messages on gender equality, health, and human rights.
  • Supporting Advocacy and Awareness: Producing visually impactful materials that aid in advocacy and increase awareness about the importance of inclusive and equitable education.
  • Resource Mobilization: Crafting compelling presentations and pitches that facilitate resource mobilization efforts, ensuring sustained support for educational programs.
  • Create a small video for the UNESCO education team to showcase compelling stories and the work of the UNESCO Regional Office.

Requirements
Required Experience:

• Candidates should have professional experience in graphic design with previous experience in designing document layouts, and must have in-depth knowledge of graphic design applications, as well as good verbal and written communication skills.
• A degree in graphic design or related field is considered an asset.

Languages

• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Deadline:08/05/2024

Task Type:

• Writing and Editing

Task Description:

Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa and under the direct supervision of the Head of the Education Sector, the following tasks will be carried out in close collaboration with the Education Project officer for Education, Health and Well-Being:

• We are looking for Online Volunteers who have experience in research and proposal writing in the field of education in Eastern Africa. The task will include the following responsibilities:
  • To collaborate with the education teams in each targeted country to develop and implement effective educational programs.
  • To collect and analyze data regarding in-school and out-of-school children, with a focus on girls.
  • To conduct detailed research on the state of girls' education in the specified countries, identifying unique challenges and opportunities.
  • The average estimated workload is expected to include roughly reviewing 5-7 documents (these can include scientific articles, studies etc.) over the course of the assignment duration.

Requirements
Required Experience:

• Candidates should have strong research and analytical skills. Background knowledge and working experience in Education is desirable. A degree in a related field is considered an asset.
• The candidate should have professional knowledge in English to summarize the findings.
• We are searching for people with a high feeling of responsibility and knowledge of scientific and academic work, to ensure the quality of the research and proposal.

Languages:

• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Deadline:05/08/2024

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

• Under the overall delegated authority of the Director/Head of the Office and the direct supervision of the Finance and Administrative Officer or Senior Finance and Administrative Assistant, as applicable, the incumbent is involved in the completion of standard administrative support activities and processes as per UNESCO Rules and Regulations. As a team member, the incumbent provides administrative and support services in processing transactions, control and maintenance of accounts and databases, and preparation of routine reports, correspondence and administrative documentation.

The incumbent will carry out the following responsibilities:

Long Description

General Accountabilities:

• Assist in the preparation of documents/reports.
• Compile, verify and maintain records of transactions and Office activities.
• Classify and code material relating to a number of subject areas and maintains general office files.
• Search Office files and records relating to a variety of topics for information and reference from automated systems.
• Select information and record in correspondence, technical papers, project/ programme plans and general reference documents.
• Draft routine correspondence, cables, memorandums and reports on the basis of oral instructions, previous correspondence or other available information sources in accordance with standard office procedures.

Long Description

Finance Accountabilities:

• Process payments; check that documents are complete, correct and compliant with the rules, regulations and procedures.
• Provide information, explanations and guidance on basic rules and procedures.
• Ensure that the accounting records (disbursement and receipts documents) and corresponding justifications  are complete and properly filed.
• Act as bank focal point; carry on the reconciliation and follow up on bank documents.
• Ensure that monthly bank statements of accounts of the Office are received on time for the monthly closing of accounts.
• Make disbursement from petty cash; ensure that all necessary receipts are provided and keep updating the register of petty cash.

Long Description

Budget Accountabilities:

• Register actions/data; do non-complex corrections in systems.
• Verify transactions and check data/figures; identify and correct errors/anomalies and assist to input corrective action in IRIS, SISTER etc.
• Assist in preparation of budget, check completeness, accuracy and compliance of documentation.
• Assist in the production of a variety of financial reports and statistics related to regular and extra budgetary funds.
• Extract data and information from the automated financial and programmatic systems (IRIS; SISTER etc.) and prepare standard reports.

HR Accountabilities:

• Extract data from automated systems or other sources and prepare documents for processing; maintain and update database and follow up on personnel files.
• Draft routine correspondence and memoranda based on previous examples and templates.
• Assist staff members and their dependents by processing requests for visas, identity cards, driving licenses and other necessary personnel-related documents in accordance with requirements of the organization and the host country.
• Collect applications for vacancies and conduct reference checks.
• Coordinate interview schedules, prepare agenda and documentation.

Logistics:

• Make arrangements for shipment and receipt of office and project supplies and equipment and household effects, including customs clearance.
• Check documents by verifying purchase orders and check the comparative quotations.
• Follow up on requests by tracking and collecting orders (goods and services), check that goods and services are received according to the terms of the Pro forma (time, quantity, quality).
• Maintain and monitor stock levels of various supply items. Maintain, update and transmit inventory records of non-expendable equipment to BFM.
• Liaise with companies and different host country’s administration.
• Follow up air tickets purchase and payments, prepare travel authorizations and assemble information pertinent to the purpose of travel; track security certificates. Make travel and hotel reservations.
• Additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work team.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

• Accountability (C)
• Communication (C)
• Innovation (C)
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
• Planning and organizing (C)
• Results focus (C)
• Teamwork (C)
• Professionalism (C)

For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Completed secondary, technical and/or vocational education.

Work Experience

• At least 3 (three) years of professional experience in finance, administration, or related area.

Skills and competencies

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, including drafting skills.
• Good organizational and coordination skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Capacity to deal efficiently and tactfully with internal and external partners in a multicultural environment.
• Client‐focused and team‐oriented.
• Ability to deal with complex situations and flexibility to adjust work schedules.
• Discretion and professional integrity.
• Good knowledge of IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Languages

• Excellent knowledge (spoken and written) of English language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Specialized training/certification in the area of administration, finance, project or office management.

Work experience

• Experience in the United Nations system or similar international organisations.

Languages

• Knowledge of other UNESCO official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

• The post is located in the Administrative unit of the UNESCO Nairobi Regional Office for Eastern Africa and provides decentralized basic and routine technical support on hardware and software application system within the Office's assigned area. The Information Technologies (IT) Assistant reports directly to the field office Finance and Administrative Officer and carries out tasks under the overall authority of the Head/Director of the Office. The IT Assistant is tasked with the delivery of a range of office-oriented activities in support of the Administrative unit, and projects/programmes delivery.

In particular the incumbent will perform the following tasks:

Long Description

ICT Maintenance Services:

• Administration and maintenance of the ICT infrastructure, equipment and services.
• Undertake action for the upgrade, repairs or replacement of ICT infrastructure, equipment and services when and where appropriate.
• Maintain the computer server and server room of the office and ensure the safety and security of all system applications, data bases and electronic files. 
• Ensure internet connectivity at all times and the proper functioning of all network applications like the Intranet, website, shared drives and e-mail facilities.
• Assist the users on the implementation of backups in order to safeguard their own information, keep backup copies of the server information. Ensure that this backup is kept in a safe place in case of a contingency.
• Perform the routine backup of all computer software, applications, electronic files or data in a timely manner in conformity with HQ/DBS instructions/directives and ensure the recovery of these files or data in case of loss due to disasters or cyber warfare.
• Keep the IT Business continuity Plan and IT Security Plan updated.

Long Description

Desktop Support Services:

• Provide technical support to all authorized users for the installation and/or configuration of new equipment, components, gadgets and other peripheral accessories like desktops, laptops, notebooks, tablets, phone sets, docking stations, printers, scanners, cameras, sound and voice devices.
• Assist authorized users to resolve technical problems encountered while using computerized systems and applications by running system diagnosis, maintaining track of problems, liaising with HQ/DBS for technical support and assisting DBS in diagnosis and troubleshooting/remedial action.
• Provide support to all users using remotely connectivity tools, such as TEAMS, Skype, S4B, Zoom, Global Protect, etc Ensure connectivity with HQ. Follow up any problems encountered with the VPN connection and find the best possible solution.
• Provide user support and training on commonly used applications software and maintain up-dated books/manuals and hardware databases related to the office automation.
• Keep update the maintenance annual plan for IT equipment.
• Update and run the system's antivirus applications and other protectives measures routinely or as appropriate.

Long Description

Procurement Support Services:

• Advice the Financial and Administrative Officer on new opportunities for improvement and and upgrade of the IT equipment and the network. 
• Assist in the negotiation with local ISP Operators for telephone project via S4B and INTERNET ensuring the prices are going down and the required bandwidths always increasing in order to cope with new needs like O365 for instance.
• Maintain constant communication with the ISP in order to follow up in the case of the interruption of the service.
• Locally support the implementation of the rollout of new functionalities, software, applications or services and ICT infrastructural changes as may be released by HO/DBS from time to time.
• Assist in the identification of providers for IT equipment, and in the use of LTAs established by UNESCO and other UN entities, at local or HQ level.
• Provide inputs in the occasional selection of local IT experts undertaking repairs and other works on ICT infrastructure and equipment.

Record managment and Insitututional memory:

• Assist in the structure of digital record management in Our Drive with standardized filing scheme and adopting a naming convention for the digital documents, following DBS's guidelines in the 60-day roadmap.
• Effective knowledge sharing and reuse enabled. In particular, facilitate internal meetings to update/remind colleagues on DBS policies and new features developed.
• Participate in meeting and workshop mainly on areas of new technologies and telecommunications, and the inter-agency meetings related to the ICT working group.
• Assist in updating and maintaining computerized databases as well as the Office's website.

Assets management:

• Assist in the preparation of the inventory list and maintain the information updated on a regular basis. Assist in the preparation of the year-end asset inventory, and the list asset disposal, at least twice a year.
• Provide technical support to efficiently manage the non-expendable items and the assets physical inventory list, using a software and barcode scanner.
• Update the list of ICT assets following any new acquisitions or disposals and also the list of these terms in the custody of each and every user in the office and make It available for physical inventory exercises.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

• Accountability (C)
• Communication (C)
• Innovation (C)
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
• Planning and organizing (C)
• Results focus (C)
• Teamwork (C)
• Professionalism (C)

For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Completed secondary, technical and/or vocational education. 

Work Experience

• At least 5 (five) of work experience in Information Technology.

Skills and competencies

• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word,etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment.
• Self-motivated and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Solid understanding of IT security related issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural and dynamic team environment.
• Strong competencies in attention to detail and time management.

Language

• Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field would be an asset.

Work Experience

• Similar working experience with diverse organizations in the region or within the United Nations system or in an international organization/institution.

Languages

• Knowledge of other UNESCO official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

• Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General (ADG/SC) for the Natural Sciences Sector, and the direct supervision of the Senior Science Programme Specialist (Natural Sciences) of the UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa in Nairobi, the Project Officer will be responsible for ensuring the implementation of the project “Sustainably unlocking the economic potential of Lake Turkana”, funded by Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands (EKN). S/he will advise on and advocate UNESCO’s positioning, involvement and participation in the United Nations based on the project related work. The incumbent will be responsible for the coordination of the project including the project staff and partners and engaging resources to achieve programmatic objectives, forge and maintain partnerships as well as defining and promoting cross-sectional and divisional work within the  framework of the project.

In particular, the Project Officer will:

Long Description

• Organize and monitor the execution of the activities of the Water Sciences Programme, related to the project “Sustainably unlocking the economic potential of Lake Turkana”, including those emanating from the regional support strategy, cross-cutting themes and other transdisciplinary efforts, in co-operation with other Sectors, Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs), Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs), Intergovermental Hydrological Programme, National Committees and other partners.
• Coordinate the project’s rollout; ensure and monitor its successful implementation, and recommend and implement any necessary changes.
• Lead and coordinate the work of the project team.
• Plan, develop and implement outreach strategies aimed at expanding and communicating UNESCO’s work related to the project and increase visibility, resources partners and networks.
• Identify financial resources within the framework of the project. Develop further contacts with development partners and funding agencies to ensure mobilization of additional opportunities for extra budgetary resources for relevant programmatic and thematic areas related to the project.
• Represent the Regional Office in internal and external networks related to the project when necessary, and support efforts in developing partnerships with designated UN specialized agencies, and other UN Agencies and Organizations as well as NGOs and IGOs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the field of hydrology, water resources or environmental engineering.

Work Experience

• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience in the areas of water resources and environmental research, hydrology, and water quality monitoring, of which preferably two (2) years acquired at international level. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing and coordinating water science projects.
• Demonstrated experience in field work within the context of developing countries.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to work as part of a multicultural team with tact and sensitivity to diversity.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent drafting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with internal and external partners.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken) and good knowledge of French.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Advanced university degree (PhD or equivalent) in the field of hydrology, environmental engineering, civil engineering, with a focus on hydrological processes and modelling and water quality.

Functions of Office Assistants

Office Assistants are responsible for the following functions:

• Cleanliness of offices, equipment/apparatus when need be;
•  Office waste management;
• Habitable office conditions;
• Movement of office equipment, furniture and orderly arrangement;
• Meeting venues timely arrangement;
• Keeping inventory of kitchen equipment;
• Office beverage and snacks preparation; and
• Office and messengerial duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Officer will be responsible to the Manager, Human Resource & Administration, for the implementation of Administration Division’s objectives in a result oriented and timely manner to achieve the Corporation’s goals, objectives and agreed performance targets. Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Cleaning offices, machines/ equipment/apparatus;
• Collecting and disposing waste;
• Dusting offices and ensuring habitable office conditions;
• Moving or carrying office equipment, furniture and ensuring orderly arrangement and dispatching letters;
• Arranging for meeting venues professionally and timely;
• Keeping inventory of kitchen equipment;
• Preparing and serving office tea;
• Performing office and messengerial duties; and
• Any other duties as may be assigned

Academic & Professional Qualifications    

• At least a mean Grade D+ (plus) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent from a recognized institution;

Job Experience & Requirements    

• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Personal qualities    

• Good interpersonal skills

• The incumbent will supervise the Heads of UNESCO National Offices in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), Dar es-Salaam (United Republic of Tanzania), and Juba (South Sudan).
• The core result, for which the incumbent will be responsible, is the positioning of UNESCO as a trusted development partner in the countries covered by the Office (Kenya, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Madagascar, Mauritius, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, South Sudan, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania) promoting integrated sub-regional approaches. Other results are the establishment and implementation of the multidisciplinary programme of the Office in close cooperation with the wider United Nations system; the effective and efficient management of the Office’s operations, resources, premises and assets; and the establishment and implementation of robust external relations and partnerships, including with the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC).
• Moreover, the incumbent will participate, or ensure participation of the Office, in the activities of the United Nations at the national level in Kenya and in countries covered by the Office as well as at the regional level.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in a discipline related to UNESCO’s mandate, public or business administration or international relations, or related field.

Work Experience

• At least fifteen (15) years of progressive professional experience at the appropriate management level within the United Nations system, other international, national or private sector institutions, including a wide experience in diplomatic work or development issues related to UNESCO’s areas of competence, in association with national and international organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in advocacy and resources mobilization.
• Proven partnership experience with successful implementation of partners at global, local and community levels.
• Professional experience in the field of education, sciences, culture, social sciences or communication.

Long Description

Skills & Competencies

• Commitment to the Organization’s mandate, vision, strategic direction and priorities.
• Institutional leadership capacity, high sense of objectivity and professional integrity, diplomacy, tact and political astuteness.
• Demonstrated strategic planning and management abilities, including capacity to administer extensive programmes and projects, financial and human resources, as well as to exercise appropriate supervision and control.
• Capacity to provide intellectual leadership to guide staff, as well as ability to build trust, manage, lead and motivate a large and diversified body of staff in a multicultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, as well as exercise supervision and control and ensure continuous training and development of staff.
• Ability to identify key strategic issues, objectives, opportunities, and risks.
• Organizational skills, including in establishing plans and priorities, and in implementing them effectively, as well as in devising implementation plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing; demonstrated ability to interact with a wide range of high-level partners.

Long Description

Languages

• Excellent knowledge and drafting skills in one of the working languages (English or French) of the Organization and ability to work in the second language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Courses/degree/training in a management-related field.

Work Experience

• Experience in the field of international relations and diplomacy, multilateral cooperation, development.

Long Description

Skills & Competencies

• Broad general culture, good geopolitical knowledge of the region and sound analytic capacities.
• Proven leadership and demonstrated managerial skills combined with flexibility.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to identify key strategic issues, objectives, opportunities and risks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to take initiative and maintain effective working relationships with partners of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.
• Good knowledge of the United Nations system.

Languages

• Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

In particular, the incumbent will: 

Long Description

• Advance the work of IOC and engage current and potential members and partners in the region within the framework of the IOC. Lead, coordinate, and facilitate the development and implementation of IOC Medium-Term Strategy and Programme and Budget, and global programmes related to ocean research, sustained ocean observations and services, the development of science/policy interface, the generation of scientific knowledge to support sustainable ocean management and capacity development in the region. 
• Exercise leadership and strategic thinking in developing, planning and implementing IOC programmes/activities responding to the existing and emerging priority needs and specific interests of Member States in the region and support the implementation of IOCAFRICA workplan as defined by the Sub-Commission. 
• Pursue partnerships and resource mobilization opportunities with governments, other UN agencies, the research, development and donor communities, with a view to implementing IOC Medium-Term Strategy, the IOC Capacity Development Strategy and programmes in the region and contributing to the attainment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 
• Facilitate the coordination of regional activities in support of the UN Decade of Ocean Sciences for Sustainable Development focusing on engagement of ocean stakeholders from science, policy, private sector and civil society, the convening of regional task groups, supporting the design of Decade Actions, and identification of capacity development needs.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the Regional Secretariat, oversee the Secretariat’s human resources and their performance, prepare and monitor the budget for the Sub-Commission including extrabudgetary contributions, in line with UNESCO’s policies and procedures and Represent IOC, the Sub-Commission and UNESCO at the UN and other partner organizations’ intergovernmental and technical meetings, as appropriate. 

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

• Communication (C)
• Accountability (C)
• Innovation (C)
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
• Planning and organizing (C)
• Results focus (C)
• Teamwork (C)
• Professionalism (C)
• Building partnerships (M)
• Driving and managing change (M)
• Strategic thinking (M)
• Making quality decisions (M)
• Managing performance (M)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent degree) in Marine sciences, environmental sciences or related field. 

Work Experience 

• A minimum of 7 years of progressively relevant professional experience in the field of environmental and/or ocean research, management and capacity development, of which preferably 4 years acquired at international level.
• Experience in coordinating, managing, and implementing international projects or programmes.
• Experience in managing staff and teams.

Skills and Competencies

• Good understanding of ocean affairs, ocean science and capacity development in the region.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to identify complex issues, and decide on ways forward respecting the constraints of the organizations involved.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and change management skills.
• Strong programme development and management skills.
• Proven resource mobilization skills and experience.
• Very good communication skills (oral and written) with proven ability to make effective and persuasive oral presentations to both technical and general audiences.
• Proven ability to advocate and negotiate with colleagues, staff, and stakeholders at all levels, internal and external, including building and maintaining partnerships.
• Ability to lead and empower teams and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural environment.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Ph.D. in Oceanography, Marine Science, Environmental Science or related field.

Skills and Competencies

• Experience at the international level (in the United Nations (UN) system or other international Organisations/bodies).

Languages

• Working knowledge of French (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish)

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

• Under the overall authority of the Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC), the direct supervision of the Head, IOC Marine Policy and Regional Coordination Section (IOC/MPR), and the administrative supervision of the Director, UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa (Nairobi), the incumbent is responsible for leading the Secretariat for the IOC Sub-Commission for Africa & the Adjacent Island States (IOCAFRICA).
• These activities operate through the advice and actions of numerous expert teams, inputs across IOC programmes related to Ocean Science, Ocean Observation and Services, Tsunami Early Warning, Capacity Development, and Marine Policy - a complex landscape requiring excellent skills in team building, programme development, coordination, cooperation and internal and external communication.
• The incumbent works within the frameworks of UNESCO's Medium Term Strategy (C4s), the approved Programme and Budget (C5s), the IOC Medium Term Strategy, IOC Assembly and Executive Council decisions/resolutions, the IOCAFRICA Biannual Workplan, and other international/UNGA resolutions as well as global development plans relevant to the ocean such as Agenda 2030 and its Sustainable Development Goals, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the SAMOA SIDS Pathway, UNFCCC Paris Agreement and overall UNCLOS provision relevant to the mandate of the IOC.

In particular, the incumbent will: 

Long Description

• Advance the work of IOC and engage current and potential members and partners in the region within the framework of the IOC. Lead, coordinate, and facilitate the development and implementation of IOC Medium-Term Strategy and Programme and Budget, and global programmes related to ocean research, sustained ocean observations and services, the development of science/policy interface, the generation of scientific knowledge to support sustainable ocean management and capacity development in the region. 
• Exercise leadership and strategic thinking in developing, planning and implementing IOC programmes/activities responding to the existing and emerging priority needs and specific interests of Member States in the region and support the implementation of IOCAFRICA workplan as defined by the Sub-Commission. 
• Pursue partnerships and resource mobilization opportunities with governments, other UN agencies, the research, development and donor communities, with a view to implementing IOC Medium-Term Strategy, the IOC Capacity Development Strategy and programmes in the region and contributing to the attainment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 
• Facilitate the coordination of regional activities in support of the UN Decade of Ocean Sciences for Sustainable Development focusing on engagement of ocean stakeholders from science, policy, private sector and civil society, the convening of regional task groups, supporting the design of Decade Actions, and identification of capacity development needs.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the Regional Secretariat, oversee the Secretariat’s human resources and their performance, prepare and monitor the budget for the Sub-Commission including extrabudgetary contributions, in line with UNESCO’s policies and procedures and Represent IOC, the Sub-Commission and UNESCO at the UN and other partner organizations’ intergovernmental and technical meetings, as appropriate. 

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

• Communication (C)
• Accountability (C)
• Innovation (C)
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
• Planning and organizing (C)
• Results focus (C)
• Teamwork (C)
• Professionalism (C)
• Building partnerships (M)
• Driving and managing change (M)
• Strategic thinking (M)
• Making quality decisions (M)
• Managing performance (M)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education

Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent degree) in Marine sciences, environmental sciences or related field. 
Work Experience 

• A minimum of 7 years of progressively relevant professional experience in the field of environmental and/or ocean research, management and capacity development, of which preferably 4 years acquired at international level.
• Experience in coordinating, managing, and implementing international projects or programmes.
• Experience in managing staff and teams.

Skills and Competencies

• Good understanding of ocean affairs, ocean science and capacity development in the region.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to identify complex issues, and decide on ways forward respecting the constraints of the organizations involved.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and change management skills.
• Strong programme development and management skills.
• Proven resource mobilization skills and experience.
• Very good communication skills (oral and written) with proven ability to make effective and persuasive oral presentations to both technical and general audiences.
• Proven ability to advocate and negotiate with colleagues, staff, and stakeholders at all levels, internal and external, including building and maintaining partnerships.
• Ability to lead and empower teams and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural environment.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education

• Ph.D. in Oceanography, Marine Science, Environmental Science or related field.

Skills and Competencies

• Experience at the international level (in the United Nations (UN) system or other international Organisations/bodies).

Languages

• Working knowledge of French (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).