Post Number : CLD 998
Grade : P-4
Parent Sector : Division for Conferences, Languages and Documents (CLD)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Administration
Type of contract : Fixed Term
Duration of contract : 2 years with possibility of renewal
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15-SEP-2022
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
The Events Technical Coordination Unit is located in the Conference and Cultural Events Management Section of the Division of Conferences, Languages and Documents (CLD), in the Sector for Administration and Management (ADM). The Events Technical Coordination Unit is the Organization's technical expert in the provision of conference and events management, responsible for the management and supervision of the Conference and Cultural Events Coordination Team and involving the oversight and management of significant numbers/teams (temporary employees and outsourced companies engaged to support events, as well as the catering events suppliers).
Under the overall supervision of the Director, Division of Conferences, Languages and Documents and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Conferences and Cultural Events Management Section, the Head Events Technical Coordination Unit is responsible for the overall stewardship of UNESCO's conferences and cultural events and dedicated to providing consistent architecture and services to support UNESCO's events; and shaping UNESCO's conferences and events to achieve greatest impact by embedding cutting-edge intelligence, delivering novel interaction and experiences and building design frameworks and tools that support UNESCO's objectives/mandate.
The incumbent manages and coordinates the day-to-day support in the organization of events, coordinating with internal and external organizers to ensure their effective and timely implementation.
Accordingly, the incumbent is expected to perform the following duties:
Education
Work Experience
Skills & Competencies
Languages
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.
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 102 062 US$.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.
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 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. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. 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 (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities 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.