Only candidates who are entitled to work in Brazil may apply to this position
Under the authority of the Director and Representative of UNESCO in Brazil, the overall supervision of the Natural Sciences (SC) and Social and Human Sciences (SHS) Programme Coordinator, the technical guidance of the SC Programme Officer, the incumbent will provide mainly technical, operational, financial and administrative support in the execution and implementation of project activities under SC and SHS sectors and also – when required – providing support to the other programmatic sectors. To this end, the incumbent shall:
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WORK EXPERIENCE
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This assignment is of full-time nature (Monday to Thursday: 8h30 to 12h30 / 14h to 18h; Friday: 8h30 to 14h).
For this position, the monthly remuneration, which will be paid in local currency, will be BRL 10.554,60.
The initial contract is intended until the end of 2025 and shall be linked to a project-funding source, which is expected to be renewed. Any contract renewal shall be dependent upon budgetary availability and satisfactory services. Further information regarding contractual modality as well as the applicable benefits package will be provided for short-listed candidates only.
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.
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements