Country: Qatar
Closing date: 19 Oct 2018
Title:
Programme Manager for Conservation (Architecture)
Domain:
Culture
Grade:
P3
Organizational Unit:
CLT/DOH
Duty Station:
Doha, Qatar
Type of contract:
Duration:
Project Appointment (PA)
Duty station/location may change in the course of the PA contract should the security conditions allow for the relocation to Yemen
One year with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance
Annual salary:
Approx. USD 106 211
Deadline (midnight, Paris time)**:**
19 October 2018
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Overview of the functions of the post
Under the overall authority of the Director of the Office and direct supervision of Culture Programme Specialist, the core activities of the incumbent will be the technical oversight and management of conservation interventions in historic Yemeni buildings and urban areas, including, but not limited to:
· Oversee the management of conservation and reconstruction activities related to the safeguarding of cultural heritage in Yemen, in coordination with the UNESCO Culture team for Yemen, and in liaison with relevant services at HQs, such as the World Heritage Centre and secretariats of the relevant Conventions;
· Plan and coordinate all activities relating to the implementation of the building rehabilitation component of the project;
· Supervise a team of conservation experts in Yemen in designing, implementing and monitoring conservation and reconstruction interventions in historic buildings and World Heritage properties in Yemen;
· Supervise the establishment, management and monitoring of contracts and relationships with multiple implementing partners/consultants/contractors covering the range of expertise required to successfully implement the activities and in respect of the rules and regulations of the Organization;
· Liaise with and facilitate consultation between the relevant local authorities in Yemen, NGOs, private companies and local community stakeholders as required and necessary;
· Advice the Yemeni authorities on the safeguarding of cultural heritage in Yemen and on the implementation of UNESCO’s cultural conventions;
· Advise the Yemeni authorities on the preparation of management plans for the historic centers of major Yemeni cities, as well as for monumental complexes and archaeological sites;
· Liaise with existing and potential donors to Yemeni cultural heritage;
· Organize stakeholder meetings and capacity-building workshops concerning heritage preservation, management and possible integration with development processes;
· Organize events to enhance awareness raising and programme visibility both inside and outside Yemen;
· Facilitate information sharing amongst stakeholders, representation of UNESCO with local authorities and communities, NGOs and the donors in the course of the program;
· Undertake missions as necessary and requested for programme implementation in Yemen and elsewhere, before relocation to Sana’a in 2019.
Competencies
A successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:
Core Competencies
Accountability
Communication
Teamwork
Innovation
Results focus
Planning and organizing
Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
For detailed information please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework
Required qualifications
Education
Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in architecture, architectural conservation, engineering, or a related field;
Work Experience
· Minimum 4 (four) years of work experience in the heritage sector or related fields, of which preferably 2 (two) years in Yemen or post-conflict / post disaster contexts.
· Experience working on cultural and architectural conservation projects, 4 (four) years.
Skills and competencies
· Integrity, reliability and sense of commitment in the execution of duties.
· Excellent coordination and organizational skills.
· Good analytical and problem solving skills.
· Good knowledge of results-based and budget management tools.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to draft clearly and concisely.
· Ability to work effectively in a team and to maintain effective working relationships in a multicultural environment.
· Ability to build and maintain partnerships.
· Ability to work under pressure, manage heavy workloads and to meet tight deadlines, paying close attention to detail and quality of work.
· Strong IT skills including knowledge of standard office software.
· Knowledge of UNESCOs mission, C/4 and C/5 strategies.
· Ability to work in diverse multi-cultural settings with sensitivity to the local context
Languages
Excellent knowledge of English (written and oral).
Desirable qualifications
Languages
· Knowledge of another UNESCO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and/or Spanish).
Assessment
An assessment exercise may be used in the evaluation of candidates
How to apply:
Interested candidates with desired qualifications and skills should submit their letter of interest and CV using UNESCO CV standard form (http://www.unesco.org/new/en/doha/about-this-office/vacancies/) and the CV in your own format in English to ao.doha@unesco.org.
Please indicate the position and vacancy number you are applying for. Incomplete UNESCO CV will not be processed.
Candidates should ensure that their application is submitted on or before 19 October 2018 (midnight, Doha time).
Due to the large number of applications received, only applicants short‐listed for interview will be contacted.
Benefits and entitlements
UNESCO’s salaries are calculated in US dollars. They consist of a basic salary and a post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, as well as exchange rates. Other benefits include: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, home travel, education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. More details can be found on the ICSC Website.
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