UNESCO Head of the IOCAFRICA Secretariat Jobs 2023 – Kenya NGO Jobs.
UNESCO Kenya looking for “Head of the IOCAFRICA Secretariat”.
Applicants with a University degree may apply on or before 23 June 2023.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a specialised agency of the United Nations (UN) aimed at promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education, the sciences, and culture. It has 193 member states and 11 associate members, as well as partners in the nongovernmental, intergovernmental, and private sector. Headquartered at the World Heritage Centre in Paris, France, UNESCO has 53 regional field offices and 199 national commissions that facilitate its global mandate.
UNESCO Head of the IOCAFRICA Secretariat Jobs 2023
The UNESCO has published a job vacancy announcement on 10 June 2023 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Head of the IOCAFRICA Secretariat to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
| Recruiter | United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) |
| Position | Head of the IOCAFRICA Secretariat |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Country | Kenya |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | University degree |
| Experience Required | A minimum of 7 years |
| Application Deadline | 23 June 2023 |
UNESCO Job Vacancy 2023
In particular, the incumbent will:
- Advance the work of IOC and engage current and potential members and partners in the region within the framework of the IOC. Lead, coordinate, and facilitate the development and implementation of IOC Medium-Term Strategy and Programme and Budget, and global programmes related to ocean research, sustained ocean observations and services, the development of science/policy interface, the generation of scientific knowledge to support sustainable ocean management and capacity development in the region.
- Exercise leadership and strategic thinking in developing, planning and implementing IOC programmes/activities responding to the existing and emerging priority needs and specific interests of Member States in the region and support the implementation of IOCAFRICA workplan as defined by the Sub-Commission.
- Pursue partnerships and resource mobilization opportunities with governments, other UN agencies, the research, development and donor communities, with a view to implementing IOC Medium-Term Strategy, the IOC Capacity Development Strategy and programmes in the region and contributing to the attainment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Facilitate the coordination of regional activities in support of the UN Decade of Ocean Sciences for Sustainable Development focusing on engagement of ocean stakeholders from science, policy, industry and civil society, the convening of regional task groups, supporting the design of Decade Actions, and identification of capacity development needs.
- Ensure the smooth functioning of the Regional Secretariat, oversee the Secretariat’s human resources and their performance, prepare and monitor the budget for the Sub-Commission including extrabudgetary contributions, in line with UNESCO’s policies and procedures and Represent IOC, the Sub-Commission and UNESCO at the UN and other partner organizations’ intergovernmental and technical meetings, as appropriate.
Qualification:
- Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent degree) in Oceanography, Marine Science, or related field.
Experience:
- A minimum of 7 years of progressively relevant professional experience in the field of ocean management and capacity development, of which preferably 4 years acquired at international level.
- Experience in coordinating, managing, and implementing projects or programmes.
- Experience in managing staff and teams.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Languages: Excellent knowledge and drafting skills in English and working knowledge of French.
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply UNESCO Head of the IOCAFRICA Secretariat Jobs 2023
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The Closing Date: 23 June 2023
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.unesco.org |
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