Inclusion Offres d'emploi - Tremblay-en-France (93)

OVERVIEW

Post Number : SHS 143

Grade : D-1

Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS)

Duty Station : Paris

Job Family : Social and Human Sciences

Type of contract : Fixed Term

Duration of contract : 2 years renewable

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 15-JUL-2025 (Readvertisement updated)

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

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director-General for Social and Human Sciences (ADG / SHS) the incumbent will be responsible for the following :

• Provides strategic direction and intellectual leadership to the work of UNESCO to leverage the social and human sciences to build inclusive societies through the deployment of ethical standards on science and emerging technologies including bioethics artificial intelligence and neuro-technologies; the fight against racism and discrimination and the promotion and protection of human rights; empowerment of youth and women and intercultural dialogue as well as other designated SHS thematic programme activities.
• Manages the division and ensures effective planning and follow up of this agenda including through programmes in Field Offices. Ensures resource mobilization to deliver on the Divisions mandate.
• Oversees the work to implement the Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and ensures that the analytical work carried out by the ethics committees of UNESCO delivers change.
• Advances the development of the Recommendation on the Ethics of Neurotechnology and the work on the ethics of climate engineering internet of things and other emerging issues.
• She / he is in charge of the annual Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and the Global Forum against Racism and Discrimination as well as the Network of policy officials in charge of this agenda. She / he is also in charge of the biannual Youth Forum.
• She / he ensures the intra / inter-sectoral cooperation and synergies working closely with BSP PAX IOS DBM and FIN as well as collaboration with Field Offices to ensure efficient and effective implementation of Major Programme III under her / his remit.
• As required she / he represents SHS in various working groups and taskforces preparing documents on policy issues reports and analytical reviews. The Director oversees and contributes to the delivery of the Sections under the Divisions direct responsibility including the Bioethics and Ethics of Science and Technology Section the Inclusion and Rights and Intercultural Dialogue Section and the Youth Section.

Long Description

The incumbent works within the framework of UNESCOs Medium-Term Strategy (C / 4) approved Programme and Budget (C / 5) Global Priority Africa and Global Priority Gender as well as UN development initiatives such as Agenda 2030.

In particular she / he will :

Long Description

Leadership and programme management :

Management of the designated sections :

Assume other duties as requested such as :

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

Communication (C)

Accountability (C)

Innovation (C)

Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)

Planning and organizing (C)

Results focus (C)

Teamwork (C)

Professionalism (C)

Building partnerships (M)

Driving and managing change (M)

Managing performance (M)

Making quality decisions (M)

Leading and empowering others (M)

Strategic thinking (M)

For detailed information please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework .

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Work Experience

Long Description

Skills and Competencies

Languages

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Work Experience

Languages

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

UNESCOs salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable : 30 days annual leave family allowance medical insurance pension plan etc.

The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 177 045 US $.

For full information on benefits and entitlements please consult our Guide to Staff Benefits.

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 an 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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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 mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.

UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1