Programme Assistant - Paris, France - UNESCO

UNESCO

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Paris, France

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Sophie Dupont

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Description

OVERVIEW

Parent Sector:
Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station:
Paris

Classification of duty station:
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Standard Duration of Assignement:
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Job Family:
Culture

Type of contract:
Non Staff

Level:
Level 3

Duration of contract:
From 1 to 6 months

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 24-Feb-2023

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

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST Long Description

The World Heritage Cities Programme is one of six thematic programmes formally approved and monitored by the World Heritage Committee.

The programme assists States Parties in the challenges of protecting and managing their urban heritage and integrating with sustainable urban development.

The programme includes communication and exchange across more than 300 World Heritage cities, the development of guidance and good practices around urban heritage conservation.

Using the 2011 UNESCO Recommendation on the Historic Urban Landscape as a tool, the programme focuses on innovative solutions, strategies and building capacities through collaboration and co-learning, as well as mapping and analysis of urban forms.

The UNESCO Recommendation on the Historic Urban Landscape (HUL Recommendation) was adopted by the 36th Session of the UNESCO General Conference in 2011, and it presents an innovative integrated approach to urban conservation.

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Long Description
Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Culture (ADG/CLT), the general supervision of the Director of World Heritage, the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of World Heritage, the incumbent shall carry out the following tasks:

Development and management of World Heritage Canopy online database of good practice cases in historical urban contexts related to the implementation of HUL approach, sustainable development practices, heritage protection, etc., in consultation with the concerned Field Offices and WHC Regional Units, including coordination, research and writing of good practice cases, creation of visuals and publication using web tools.
Development and management of Understanding Urban Heritage mapping tool and platform, including coordination, digital mapping and data management using GIS, research and writing of case studies, creation of visuals and publication using web tools.
Content development and layouting of websites related to the HUL Recommendation and the World Heritage Cities Programme.
Researching and gathering information on the cities in the World Heritage Cities Programme, their programmes and activities, and developing a collection of good practice cases in historic urban contexts related to the implementation of HUL Recommendation, vernacular architecture in historic settlements, sustainable development practices, heritage protection, and related topics.
Assist in the development of technical publications Understanding World Heritage Cities, Managing World Heritage Cities and World Heritage Cities and Climate Change, including layouting, drafting and research support.
Assist in statutory processes concerning the implementation of HUL Recommendation, especially the follow-up of the Third Consolidated Report on the implementation of the HUL Recommendation and related outputs including for the Executive Board.
Assist in the preparation of capacity building workshops and events within the World Heritage Cities Programme and the HUL Recommendation as necessary.
Perform other related tasks requested by supervisor, as appropriate.

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

Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in the field of culture (architecture, urban design, landscape architecture, heritage conservation) or social sciences (urban studies, geography, international relations). An interest in cities and heritage is preferred.

Work experience

At least one (1) year of relevant professional experience in research and project implementation in the field of Culture (urban heritage), including at the international level.

Skills and competencies

Analytical skills to conceptualize issues, process data and synthesize information in coherent and succinct format.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, in particular the ability to collect, synthesise and analyse information from various sources and on this basis draft working and information documents in a clear and concise manner.
Project implementation skills with ability to work with local level stakeholders and city authorities.
Excellent IT skills (Windows suite, Adobe Creative Suite,