UNESCO Doha Office

Culture Programme Assistant

Terms of Reference

Assignment Title: / ProjectAssistant
Organization Unit: / UNESCO Doha Office
Contract Type: / Service Contract (SB3/Peg3)
Duty Station / Doha, State of Qatar
Contract Duration: / One year (renewable)
Deadline / 19 July 2017
Context and Background
The UNESCO Doha Office in collaboration with the National Council for Culture, Arts and Literature (NCCAL), the General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Planning and Development (GSSCPD) and UNDP in Kuwait, is implementing the project “Preservation and Promotion of Kuwait’s Cultural Heritage” which aims at supporting the burgeoning culture and arts sector in Kuwait. UNESCO and partners will support the Government’s endeavors to preserve and promote their cultural heritage through technical assistance aimed at strengthening cultural policy, institutions, management and planning in partnership with UNDP, NCCAL and in the museum sector in particular. As part of the project, a range of cultural events, workshops, conferences and exhibitions will be organized within the framework of the project over the coming two years.
The project is designed to provide technical expertise and support to the Kuwaiti authorities in the implementation of their policies and strategies for the culture sector, especially as concerns policy and capacity development for museums, handicrafts and creative industries.
The project's overall aims are to:
•establish a clear framework to strengthen culture by creating the bases for strong cultural institutions;
•operate with respect to international standards to extend services to the public and deliver a rich cultural agenda and programs; and,
•establish effective platforms that encourage creativity and productivity in the cultural field.
The project for the “Preservation and Promotion of Kuwait’s Cultural Heritage" supports the implementation of Kuwait’s National Development Plan (KNDP 2015-2020) and will also contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 4 target 7 which seeks to "ensure that all learners are provided with the knowledge and skills to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development" by 2030.
Tasks and Expected Outputs
Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Doha Office, and direct supervision of the Culture Programme Specialist and in close cooperation with the technical advisor to the project based in Kuwait, the incumbent will serve as Project Assistant for the project “Preservation and Promotion of Kuwait’s Cultural Heritage”. To this end, the incumbent will identify needs, develop, plan, organize, implement, monitor, evaluate and provide technical support for the project “Preservation and Promotion of Kuwait’s Cultural Heritage”.
In particular, s/he will be expected to perform the following responsibilities:
Assist in project implementation andensure administrative processes, procedures and support to theproject “Preservation and Promotion of Kuwait’s Cultural Heritage”, drafting correspondence, processing disbursements and other administrative duties as required.
Organize stakeholder meetings, capacity-building workshops concerning policy planning, and museum development in Kuwait.
Provide input to periodic reports and documents on project activities; contribute to the website of the office and other relevant awareness raising materials.
Facilitate information sharing amongst stakeholders and ensure regular coordination with the NCCAL, UNDP, UNESCO and other stakeholders concerned.
Organize events to enhance awareness raising and programme visibility both inside and outside Kuwait;
Undertake missions as necessary and requested for the project implementation.
Assist the technical adviser in providing programme and project support and follow up activities, and assist with other activities of the UNESCO Office in Doha assigned by the supervisor/director as and when required.

Required qualifications

Education
University degree (BA or equivalent) preferably in the field of Museums and Heritage Management, Cultural Development or similar discipline with 3 years of relevant qualifying work experience. Advanced university degree (Master) in the relevant field in combination with at least 2 year of relevant qualifying experience will be accepted.
Work experience
  • Relevant professional experience in the field of cultural heritage management, culture development or museums’ policy and development, of which at least 1 year acquired atGCC and/or international level would be an advantage.
  • Experience in working on cultural projects in the GCCis preferable.
  • Knowledge and experience with UNESCO, the Organization’s culture programme and fields of competency would be an advantage
Skills/Competencies
  • Good analytical, organizational and project management skills.
  • Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills.
  • Capacity to build and maintain effective working relations with national/local authorities, relevant institutions, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations.
  • Proven ability to communicate and negotiate effectively and persuasively (orally and in writing) with various stakeholders at all levels, within and outside of the Organization.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and to function within a multi-cultural environment.
  • Solid IT skills including knowledge of office software.
Languages
  • Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English. Knowledge of writing and speaking Arabic would be an advantage

Condition of Employment:

UNESCO Salaries in Doha paid in Qatari Riyals; the annual remuneration for the post is QAR 234,050.00. UNESCO Service Contract benefits includes 30 days of annual leave as well as a contribution to pension scheme and health insurance upon proof of inscription.

How to apply:
Interested candidates with desired qualifications and skills should submit their letter of interest and CV using UNESCO CV standard form (attached) in English to the address of 66, Lusail Street-West Bay, PO Box 3945, Doha or to Or by Fax: +974 44113015. Please clearly indicate the post title in the subject of your application.
ONLY SHORT LISTED CANDIDATE WILL BE CONTACTED
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