The incumbent will support the coordination and management of the Multi-Donor Programme on Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists (MDP) and the delivery of a wide spectrum of related projects and activities, to enhance the realization of UNESCO's mandate according to the identified priorities within the frameworks of UNESCO's Medium-Term Strategy (C/4) and the approved Programme and Budget (C/5).
Responsibilities:
Coordinate, implement, monitor, evaluate and report on the Multi-Donor Programme on Freedom of Expression and Safety of Journalists (MDP) in relation to its Outcome #1; provide programme and activity support related to the implementation of these Outcomes, including technical backstopping and joint planning in cooperation with relevant CI’s colleagues in Headquarters and in the field offices; analyze specific data and needs and develop work-plans for review and approval by management; define and revise activities’ requirements and specifications ensuring consistency with relevant priorities and available resources; ensure the technical backstopping and support for the design and implementation of activities, especially in field offices, and the coherent implementation of contracts and partnerships.
Develop schedules and methods for managing MDP implementation; monitor the Programme’s implementation and progress, participate in the Programme’s review and evaluation meetings, and take action or provide substantive inputs to improve delivery and/or resolve implementation issues/challenges in collaboration with relevant colleagues and partners.
Support the overall Programme’s coordination and coherence among the MDP’s three Outcomes.
Draft reports related to the MDP, including the annual progress reports, and the internal reporting. Also provide inputs for other reports and briefings, including those prepared for the Director-General and ADG/CI, when related to the MDP.
Provide information and technical advice to governments’ representatives, peers, management and colleagues on a variety of subject specific items in the areas of freedom of expression and safety of journalists, such as MDP-supported tools, resources and relevant policies.
Remain aware of developments and advancements in these areas in order to inform and support colleagues and management on policy formulation, Programme development, resources and best practices, including enhancing their capacities for project management within the framework of MDP.
Research, recommend and contribute to the development and expansion of a knowledge base in the MDP’s areas, ensuring regular contributions to web and printed content and dissemination to colleagues, peers and stakeholders; carry out trend and priorities analysis, and research and recommend particular courses of action based on findings and provide inputs for the development of strategies and approaches.
Draft and edit information material, website articles, concept notes, speeches, correspondence, briefings, project proposals, policy guidelines, terms of reference, reports, agreements and other documents related to the implementation of the MDP and in the areas of freedom of expression and safety of journalists.
Education:
Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in communication, media studies, political science, international relations or in other areas covered by the work of UNESCO's programmes in Freedom of Expression, media development, safety of journalists; and media and information literacy.
Work Experience:
At least four (4) years of relevant professional experience in the development and implementation of multi-donor funded projects in the field of human rights, especially in subject areas related to freedom of expression and access to information, of which at least two (2) years acquired at international level.
Experience in planning, coordinating and managing large projects on communication and information, particularly in subject areas related to freedom of expression, media development, safety of journalists.
Experience in resource mobilization and visibility campaigns.
Skills:
Strong understanding and knowledge of UNESCO's mandate and its programming in the areas of freedom of expression.
Strong knowledge and analytical skills in international human rights standards, particularly on freedom of expression, safety of journalists, media development, as well as media and information literacy.
Excellent organizational and planning skills, following a results-based approach.
Strong drafting and editing skills, with ability to draft, edit and produce reports on relevant issues.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to synthesize and exchange information on complex issues.
Excellent project management and coordination skills, results-based management and results-based budgeting.
Good IT skills, with proficiency in the use of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), as well as in widely-used enterprise resource planning softwares.
Flexibility to adjust work schedules and priorities; capacity to work effectively under pressure.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a complex and multicultural environment.
Languages:
Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of French.
