Junior
Application deadline (Midnight UTC+2 Time) : 19/08/2026
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Background
Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Sciences (ADG/SCS), the direct supervision of the Chief of the Executive Office (EO/SCS), and in close coordination with the Executive Officer and the Head of Knowledge Management Unit, the contract holder will support the implementation of the SCS Communication strategy, by supporting Sector-wide actions, notably for the following Programmes:
a) Bioethics and Ethics of Science and Technology
b) Management of Social Transformations and Foresight
c) Inclusion, Rights and Intercultural Dialogue
d) Youth Coordination
ASSIGNMENTS
The contract holder shall be responsible for the following tasks supporting the implementation of SCS digital communication priorities :
- Coordinate the Sector’s events, and priorities in close collaboration with the above-mentioned sections, primarily in English, French in accordance with UNESCO’s communication guidelines.
- Support the Sector’s planning, development, and implementation of communication for events, initiatives, and International Days under the responsibility of the above-mentioned sections.
- Provide communication support to the Executive Officer in relation to cross-cutting initiatives involving coordination with the above-mentioned sections.
- Coordinate updates to the sections’ contributions to the UNESCO Calendar of Events and other planning tools, ensuring timely communication planning and follow-up for major and high-level events. Maintain updated the calendar of events for the SCS Sector to be made available to all and feed CPE Trello Board.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, and reporting skills;
- Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
- Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
- Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various applications.
- Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
EDUCATION
- Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, and reporting skills;
- Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
- Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
- Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various applications.
- Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum 2 years of relevant professional work experience in communications, print media, digital and social media, public relations, or other relevant fields of work.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, and reporting skills;
- Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
- Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
- Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various applications.
- Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates are kindly requested to apply and submit one single document including the following elements:
- A letter of interest explaining how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the position.
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- A brief technical and financial proposal of no longer than 1500 words (approximately 3 sides of A4) indicating monthly rate (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference above (Applications submitted without a monthly rate will not be considered).
Please note that this will be a full-time position, and the consultant will work from UNESCO’s premises in Paris.
The approach he/she would adopt to carry out the assignment including any inputs that maybe required from UNESCO.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.
To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website . No modifications can be made to the application once submitted.
The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, as well as reference checks. In addition, candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the position’s qualifications.
Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course.
Short-listed candidates may also be added to Talent Pools; subject to their consent (i.e. Data Privacy Statement).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of personnel 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.
- lndividuals 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.
- The statutory retirement age at UNESCO is 65 years.
- UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.