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Post Number : CI/PA 013
Grade : P-2
Parent Sector : Communication and Information Sector (CI)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Communication and Information
Type of contract : Project Appointment
Duration of contract : 1 year
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 11-MAR-2022
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Duration of contract: One (1) year, with the possibility of an extension subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
The Communication and Information Sector’s mission is to promote freedom of expression, media development and media literate societies, and to build knowledge societies through fostering universal access to information, innovation for sustainable development and the preservation of documentary heritage. (The role of this vacant position does not include responsibility for UNESCO’s wider external communications, which is managed by the Division for Communications and Public Engagement.)
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OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information, the authority of the Director of Division for Partnerships and Operational Programme Monitoring, and the direct supervision of the Chief of Section for Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists and of the relevant Programme Specialist in charge, the Incumbent will work towards achievement of UNESCO’s objective to address challenges and opportunities on freedom of expression, particularly the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity, in line with the 41 C/5 Major Programme V’s Main Line of Action l, Expected Result 1.
In particular, the Incumbent will work towards the achievement of the extra-budgetary projects “Strengthening the role of judicial actors on Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists in Africa”, funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, “Fostering the Role of the Judiciary Systems in promoting Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists” funded by Open Society Foundations, and the Multi-Donor Programme on Freedom of Expression and the Safety of Journalists.
Long Description
The post is located in the Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists Section of the Communication and Information Sector (CI/FEJ) at UNESCO Headquarters. The incumbent will work in a collaborative team environment and will be responsible to undertake the following:
- Contribute to the implementation of UNESCO’s Judges’ Initiative, which aims to train members of the judiciary (including judges, prosecutors and lawyers) on freedom of expression and safety of journalists international and regional standards, including by organizing on-the-ground and online trainings and workshops, liaising with relevant partners and networks of the judiciary, and contributing to the development and dissemination of a number of tools and resources for the judiciary, including Massive Open Online Courses, toolkits, guidelines and issue briefs;
- Contribute to the preparation and organization of international and regional conferences, including World Press Freedom Day (3 May) and the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (2 November), by supporting the preparation and development of a number of events, liaising with organizing partners and relevant networks of media and judicial actors, and privacy commissioners, developing communication materials and producing relevant outcome documents;
- For the above activities, conduct research, support the compilation of references of judicial decisions to be added in a databank, and contact judicial networks from various regions to engage them in the global project of training judges and judiciary members, as well as develop Memoranda of Understanding with networks of judicial actors and international courts to strengthen cooperation on international standards on freedom of expression and safety of journalists;
- Organize and contribute to awareness raising and capacity development activities for the judiciary and law enforcement globally, and contribute to relevant training materials;
- Support the Section in the drafting and editing of information material, website articles, concept notes, speeches, correspondence, briefings, project proposals, policy guidelines, agreements and other documents related to the implementation of the projects and in the areas relating to freedom of expression and safety of journalists.
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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)
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For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in communication, media studies and journalism, and/or knowledge society issues or other related fields such as international law, and/or social and political sciences.
Work Experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in one or several subject areas of communication and information, including with issues related to promoting freedom of expression, safety of journalists and/or access to information and knowledge, with particular emphasis on training members of the judiciary on these issues;
- Experience in drafting and editing (reports, articles, publications, speeches, briefings etc.);
- Experience in project implementation, and in building/reinforcing partnerships.
Skills/Competencies
- Excellent analytical and writing skills;
- Excellent organizational and planning skills;
- Solid computer skills including knowledge of Office software such as Word and Excel;
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, and ability to exchange information on complex issues;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a complex and multicultural environment;
- Discretion and maturity of judgement;
- Ability to work under pressure and to organize and coordinate multiple tasks.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of English or French and a good knowledge of the other language.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience
- Relevant one (1) year work experience acquired at international level.
- Experience with UNESCO and/or the United Nations System and understanding of their functioning and procedures would be an asset.
Skills/Competencies
- Excellent understanding of UNESCO’s work to promote freedom of expression and the safety of journalists.
Languages
- Knowledge of other official languages of UNESCO (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, 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.
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