Head of Office and Unesco Representative to Viet Nam

2 weeks ago

Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam UNESCO Full time

OVERVIEW

Post Number: 4VNPAX0001RP

Grade:
P-5

Parent Sector:
Priority Africa and External Relations Sector (PAX)

Duty Station:
Hanoi

Job Family:
Field Operations Coordination

Type of contract:
Fixed Term

Duration of contract: 2 years, renewable

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 31-JAN-2023

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

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST


Under the overall authority of the Director-General and the direct supervision of the Assistant Director-General for Priority Africa and External Relations (ADG/PAX), and in close consultation with the Assistant Directors-General (ADGs) of Programme Sectors, the Head of UNESCO Office in Hanoi will manage the multidisciplinary programme of the Office and provide intellectual, strategic and operational leadership in planning and implementing activities and responding to the priority needs of Viet Nam in UNESCO's fields of competence (education, the sciences, culture and communication and information).


The incumbent works within the framework of UNESCO's Medium-Term Strategies (C/4), Approved Programmes and Budgets (C/5), as well as in the framework of international agreed development agendas such as Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development.


The core result, for which the incumbent is responsible, is the positioning of UNESCO as a trusted development partner in Viet Nam.

Other results are the establishment and implementation of the multidisciplinary programme of the Office in close cooperation with the wider UN System; the effective and efficient management of the Office's operations, resources, premises and assets, in line within the Organization's policies and procedures and the establishment and implementation of robust external relations and partnerships.


Moreover, the incumbent will participate, or ensure participation of the Office, in the activities of the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in Viet Nam.

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) Leading and empowering others (M) Making quality decisions (M) Managing performance (M) Strategic thinking (M) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education


Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in a discipline related to UNESCO's mandate, Public or Business Administration or International Relations.

Work Experience


At least ten (10) years of progressive professional experience at the appropriate management level within the United Nations system or within other international or national institutions, including a wide experience in development issues related to UNESCO's areas of competence, in association with national and international organizations.

Experience in project design, implementation and management, as well as advocacy, resources and partnership mobilization.

Skills & Competencies

Commitment to the Organization's mandate, vision, strategic direction and priorities.
Institutional leadership capacity, high sense of objectivity and professional integrity, diplomacy, tact and political astuteness.
Proven skills in administration and the management of financial and human resources.

Demonstrated strategic planning and management abilities, including capacity to administer extensive programmes, financial resources and exercise appropriate supervision and control.

Organizational skills, including in establishing plans and priorities, and in implementing them effectively, as well as in devising implementation plans.

Ability to interact with a wide range of high-level partners, as well as demonstrated partnership development and fundraising experience.

Capacity to provide intellectual leadership to guide staff, as well as ability to build trust, manage, lead and motivate a large and diversified body of staff in a multicultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity, exercise supervision and control, as well as ensure continuous training and development of staff.

Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, in front of a broad range of constituents, as well as the news media.

Languages

Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) in English or French and working knowledge of the second language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education

Courses/degree in a management-related field.

Work Experience

Experience in conducting policy dialogue at government and non-government levels or public and private sectors

Skills & Competencies

Broad general culture and sound analytic capacities.
Proven leadership and demonstrated managerial skills combined with flexibility.
Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
Ability

  • National Project Officer for Education

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam UNESCO Full time

    OVERVIEWParent Sector: Education Sector (ED)Duty Station: HanoiJob Family: EducationType of contract: Non StaffLevel: Level 4Duration of contract: From 7 to 11 monthsApplication Deadline (Midnight Hanoi Time): 21-May-2024UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismOVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE...

  • National Project Officer

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam UNESCO Full time

    Job Title: National Project Officer (Natural Science)Parent Sector: Natural Sciences Sector (SC)Duty Station: HanoiJob Family: Natural SciencesType of contract: Non StaffLevel: Level 4Duration of contract: 1 yearApplication Deadline (Midnight Hanoi Time): 29 -Feb - 2024UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity,...

  • Senior Project Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam UNESCO Full time

    SENIOR PROJECT ASSISTANT (NATURAL SCIENCE)Parent Sector: Natural Sciences Sector (SC)Duty Station: HanoiJob Family: Natural SciencesProject: "Groundwater Resources in the Greater Mekong subregion: Collaborative management to increase Climate Resilience" Type of contract: Non StaffLevel: Level 3 (renumeration up to $19,540 gross per annum)Application Deadline...

  • Evaluation Consultant

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam UNESCO Full time

    OVERVIEWParent Sector: Culture Sector (CLT)Duty Station: HanoiJob Family: CultureType of contract: Non StaffDuration of contract: From 1 to 6 monthsApplication Deadline (Midnight Hanoi Time): UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismOVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST1.Background:Recognized as...

  • Project Officer

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam International Union for Conservation of Nature Full time

    Project Officer:Vacancy #:6381Unit:TRAFFIC VietnamOrganisation:TRAFFIC International (TRAFFIC)Location:TRAFFIC Vietnam, Hanoi, Viet NamReporting to:Senior Programme Officer - Demand Reduction, STWWork percentage:100%Grade:P1Expected start date:01 May 2023Type of contract:Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)Closing date:20 April...

  • Sales Logistics

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam Orient Star Logistics (Hanoi Representative Office) Full time

    Orient Star Logistics (Hanoi Representative Office)Stellar Garden Building, 35 Le Van Thiem, Thanh Xuan Trung, Thanh Xuan, Ha Noi View om MapPost Date: 09/06/2023Applications 0Views 12Job Detail: Offerd Salary (USD) Login to view salary Career Level Non Manager Experience 01 Years Gender Male/Female Sector Hanoi Industry Now we are seeking an inspiring and...

  • Deputy Head of Who Office

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam cinfo Full time

    COMPANY PRESENTATIONWHO began when our Constitution came into force on 7 April a date we now celebrate every year as World Health Day. We are now more than 7000 people from more than 150 countries working in 150 country offices, in 6 regional offices and at our headquarters in Geneva. Our primary role is to direct and coordinate international health within...

  • Head of Operations

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam SNV Full time

    HEAD OF OPERATIONS, SNV VIETNAMCompany DescriptionSNV is a mission-driven global development partner working across Africa and Asia. SNV has been working in Viet Nam since 1995, and currently has over 40 national and international staff.Our work focuses on three sectors: Agri-Food, Energy, and Water, and three core themes: Climate Adaptation and Mitigation,...

  • Finance Support Officer

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam International Union for Conservation of Nature Full time

    Finance Support Officer:Vacancy #:6580Unit:TRAFFIC VietnamOrganisation:TRAFFIC International (TRAFFIC)Location:TRAFFIC Vietnam, Hanoi, Viet NamReporting to:Senior Operations ManagerWork percentage:100%Grade:A2Expected start date:01 October 2023Type of contract:Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)Closing date:17 September 202-...

  • Officer, Gep

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam Room to Read Full time

    Position Overview:The position is responsible for assisting the GEP Senior Program Manager in strengthening the program's strategic partnership with National Government stakeholders to integrate the program components in the education system and increase program scale and sustainability. The Program Officer directly involves in program design and ensures the...

  • Data and Research Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam International Union for Conservation of Nature Full time

    Data and Research Officer:Vacancy #:6581Unit:TRAFFIC VietnamOrganisation:TRAFFIC International (TRAFFIC)Location:TRAFFIC Vietnam, Hanoi, Viet NamReporting to:Programme Office Director VietnamWork percentage:100%Grade:A2Expected start date:01 October 2023Type of contract:Fixed-term (12 months with possibility of renewal)Closing date:17 September 202-...

  • Business Representative Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam Metasource Full time

    Mô tả công việc:(Mức lương: Thỏa thuận)A Hong-Kong based tech company is looking for an enthusiastic Business Representative Officer based in Ha Noi to increase the company's brand and product awareness in Ha Noi.Are you interested in joining a fast-growing B2B FinTech start-up? We are a fast-growing FinTech with offices in Ho Chi Minh, Hong...

  • Director of Representative Office

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam PERSOLKELLY Vietnam Full time

    Opening of a representative office in Vietnam Managing the daily work of the company's representative office in Vietnam Development of production in the region Search and organization of a representative office Search for employees Search for new suppliers, factory audit, communication with suppliers Organization of current and final inspections of the...

  • Project Manager

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam International Union for Conservation of Nature Full time

    Project Manager:Vacancy #:6747Unit:TRAFFIC VietnamOrganisation:TRAFFIC International (TRAFFIC)Location:TRAFFIC Vietnam, Hanoi, Viet NamReporting to:Programme Office Director VietnamWork percentage:100%Grade:P1Expected start date:01 April 2024Type of contract:Fixed-term (11 months)Closing date:25 February 202- BACKGROUNDTRAFFIC is the leading non-governmental...

  • Recruitment & Training Officer (Hn Head Office

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam Công Ty TNHH Aeonmall Việt Nam Full time

    Mô tả công việc:(Mức lương: triệu VNĐ) AEONMALL Vietnam Co., Ltd is a core enterprise of AEON group, specializing in shopping mall development and business operation. Based on the basic philosophy "The customer first", we are continuing our efforts to create malls that enhance the quality of life, stimulate local economic activity and contribute...

  • Program Consultant

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Full time

    Vacancy No.S06032Contract TypeConsultantApplication Deadline18-Apr-2024Job Posted on04-Apr-2024CountryVIET NAMDuty StationHanoi, Viet NamDuration6GradeConsultant, Not ApplicableOrganizational Context:The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member...

  • Research Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam FIT Full time

    VACANCYJOB TITLE: Research Officer - CLICK HERE FOR VIETNAMESE***: Location: Ha NoiEmployment Type: Fulltime (100% FTE)Duration: 01 year (extension to be based on performance and availability of funds)Travel requirements: Frequent travel to districts within Ha NoiBACKGROUND:FIT VN is a registered non-profit organization working in the field of tuberculosis...

  • Viet Nam Logistics Manager

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam HI Full time

    Place: Ha Noi, VietnamType of contract: Fixed term contractStarting date: one month after closing dateViet Nam Logistics Manager"Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations,we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences,where everyone can live in dignity"Handicap International is...

  • Kế Toán Tổng Hợp J&t Express Việt Nam

    1 week ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam j&t express việt nam - head office Full time

    Kiểm tra tính hợp lý, hợp lệ của hồ sơ thanh toán chi phí phát sinh nhận từ kế toán viên, bảo đảm chi phí, hồ sơ chứng từ tuân thủ quy chế, quy định Công ty, và quy định về thuế- Đối soát số liệu BHXH, lương và các chi phí liên quan đến cộng trừ lương nhân viên với bộ phận...

  • Biodiversity Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam International Union for Conservation of Nature Full time

    Biodiversity Coordinator:Vacancy #:6404Unit:Vietnam Programme CoordinationOrganisation:International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)Location:Vietnam Country Office, Hanoi, Viet NamReporting to:Head, Lower Mekong SubregionWork percentage:100%Grade:P2Expected start date:01 June 2023Type of contract:Fixed-term (24 months)Closing date:20 May...