OVERVIEW
Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station: Saudi Arabia

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Job Family: Culture

Type of contract : Non Staff

Level : Level 4

Duration of contract : 1 year

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 05/10/2024

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND
In July 2023, the Royal Commission for Al Ula and UNESCO signed a project agreement “Heritage and creativity for Al Ula’s sustainable development”, which aims to leverage the rich heritage of Al Ula in all its forms, to enhance the understanding of its significance, and to contribute to its safeguarding through the transmission of Al Ula’s history and culture by narrating its story and empowering the bearer communities. By doing so, the project will aim at enhancing sustainable tourism through the promotion of culture, thereby directly benefitting local stakeholders. The project intends to provide technical assistance and capacity building, develop international networks and enhance visibility for cultural heritage and creativity in view of the sustainable development of Al Ula. More specifically, it will address the role that heritage and creativity can play in building sustainable cities and promoting a culture-engaged, people-centred development model for Al Ula.
TASKS AND EXPECTED OUTPUTS
Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Regional Office for the Gulf States and Yemen, general supervision of the Head of the Culture Unit at the Office, and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the incumbent will serve as Project Officer, providing technical expertise and coordination to support the activities in the field of cultural and creative industries (CCI). In particular, s/he will be expected to perform the following responsibilities:

• Ensure planning, implementation, and monitoring of activities foreseen under Output 3 of the Project aim ed at strengthening capacities of local stakeholders including youth and other relevant CCI actors in the field of creative economy , as well as promoting exchanges of good practices through the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) under the guidance of the Project Coordinator and in collaboration with the Executive Office of the Culture Sector and UNESCO Communication, Cities and Events Unit ;
• Establish, manage, and monitor contracts and relationships with consultants and implementing partners covering the range of expertise in the field of cultural and creative industries, in compliance with the Creative Cities Network (UCCN) program and the Cities, Culture, and Creativity Framework;
• Contribute to the planning and coordination of an international thematic conference in Al Ula on cities and cultural policies for sustainable urban development;
• Organize stakeholder meetings, in-person capacity-building sessions, knowledge-sharing activities, and awareness-raising events in the field of cultural and creative industries with a focus on youth ;
• Support networking activities within the framework of the project ;
• Develop relevant project monitoring and evaluation tools and resources to support the implementation of Output 3 and related activities;
• Liaise and facilitate consultations with dedicated entities at the Royal Commission for Al Ula, relevant government authorities, partners, suppliers, individual experts, and local communities as required.
• Assist the Project Coordinator in planning and coordinating all activities relating to the implementation of the project, according to the established work plan.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports of the project as needed;
• Facilitate information sharing amongst stakeholders and partners, and prepare briefings, reports, communication, and other relevant documents and materials.

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework .
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education

An advance University Degree (Masters or equivalent) preferably in the field of culture, cultural management, cultural and creative industries, social and human sciences, journalism, or a related field.

Work experience

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in the field of cultural and creative industries or a related field, of which at least 1 year acquired in the region and/or international level would be an advantage.
• Experience in working on cultural projects in Saudi Arabia or in the region is preferable.
• Knowledge and experience with UNESCO Culture programme or relevant programmes carried out by other UN entities would be an advantage.

Other Skills/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 good knowledge of standard office software.
• Sensitivity to the local context.
• Knowledge of UNESCOs mission and action in the field of culture will be an asset.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English.
• Knowledge of writing and speaking Arabic would be an asset.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
UNESCO Salaries in Saudi Arabia are paid in Saudi Riyals; the annual remuneration for the post is SAR. 331239. UNESCO Service Contract benefits include 30 days of annual leave and a contribution to the pension scheme and health insurance upon proof of inscription.
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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