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Position: HEAD OF OFFICE AND UNESCO REPRESENTATIVE TO THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
OVERVIEW
Post Number : 6TZPAX0001RP
Grade : P-5
Parent Sector : Priority Africa and External Relations Sector (PAX)
Duty Station: Dar-es-Salaam
Job Family: Field Operations Coordination
Type of contract : Fixed Term
Duration of contract : 2 years
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 27-MAY-2022
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
UNESCO
seeks to build peace through international cooperation in education,
sciences and culture. UNESCO’s programmes contribute to the achievement
of the Sustainable Development Goals defined in the 2030 Agenda.
The
UNESCO Office in Dar es Salaam works to develop and strengthen policies
and programmes with the aim to foster peace-building, poverty
eradication, sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through
education, the sciences, culture, communication and information.
Under
the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Priority
Africa and External Relations (ADG/PAX) and the direct supervision of
the Director of the Multisectoral Regional Office for East Africa in
Nairobi (Kenya), the Head of the UNESCO Office in Dar es Salaam will
manage, in collaboration with the Multisectoral Regional Office for East
Africa, the multidisciplinary programme of this National Office and
provide intellectual, strategic and operational leadership in planning
and implementing activities, responding to the priority needs of the
United Republic of Tanzania in all UNESCO’s fields of competence
(education, the sciences, culture and communication and information).
This
will also include the effective and efficient management of the
Office’s human resources, administration, security and operations, in
line with the Organization’s policies and procedures, including the
application of effective internal controls. The Head of the UNESCO
Office in Dar es Salaam will advocate and promote UNESCO’s work in
consultation and cooperation with the Government, other UN Agencies,
Development Banks, NGOs, Bilateral Organizations.
Moreover, the
incumbent also will participate, or ensure the participation of the
Office, in all meetings and activities of the United Nations Country
Team (UNCT) in the United Republic of Tanzania.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
- Accountability (C)
- Communication (C)
- Innovation (C)
- Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)
- Planning and organizing (C)
- Professionalism (C)
- Results focus (C)
- Teamwork (C)
- Building partnerships (M)
- Driving and managing change (M)
- Leading and empowering others (M)
- Making quality decisions (M)
- Managing performance (M)
- Strategic thinking (M)
For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.
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.
Work Experience
- At
least ten (10) years of progressive professional experience at the
appropriate management level within the United Nations system or within
other international or national institutions, including a wide
experience in development issues related to UNESCO’s areas of
competence, in association with national and international
organizations. - Experience in project design, implementation and management, as well as advocacy, resources and partnership mobilization.
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. - Proven skills in administration and the management of financial and human resources.
- Demonstrated
strategic planning and management abilities, including capacity to
administer extensive programmes and financial resources, as well as to
exercise appropriate supervision and control. - Organizational
skills, including in establishing plans and priorities, and in
implementing them effectively, as well as in devising implementation
plans. - Ability to interact with a wide range of high-level
partners, and demonstrated partnership development and fundraising
experience. - 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, and ensure continuous training
and development of staff. - Ability to communicate effectively and
persuasively, both orally and in writing, in front of a broad range of
constituents, as well as the news media.
Languages
Excellent knowledge and drafting skills in English and good working knowledge of French.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Courses/degree in a management-related field.
Work Experience
- Experience in conducting policy dialogue at government and non-government levels or public and private sectors.
Skills & Competencies
- Broad general culture and sound analytic capacities; good geopolitical knowledge of the region.
- 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 another official language of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
UNESCO’s
salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include
if applicable: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, medical
insurance, pension plan etc.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please
note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and
provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the
UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application
submitted.
The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria
in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well
as a competency-based interview.
UNESCO uses communication
technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence,
etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Please note
that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates
in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on
the information provided.
UNESCO applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.
UNESCO
is committed to achieve and sustain 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. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous
groups and persons with disabilities, as well as nationals from non-and
under-represented Member States (last update here) are equally
encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest
level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff
members appointed to international posts.
UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
The deadline for submitting the application is 27 May 2022.
