Overview Of The Functions Of The Post
Under the overall authority of the Assistant
Director-General for the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) and
the overall supervision of the IOC Head of Section for Marine Policy and
Regional Coordination (IOC/MPR), and the direct supervision of the Head of the
IOCAFRICA, and the administrative supervision of the Director, UNESCO Regional
Office for Eastern Africa (Nairobi), the incumbent will support the work of the
Secretariat for the IOC Sub-Commission for Africa and the Adjacent Island States
(IOCAFRICA).
This is a unique opportunity for a motivated and
experienced individual who wishes to further develop their career in programme
management related to ocean sciences and regional coordination.
Duties and Responsibilities
In particular, the incumbent shall perform the
following tasks:
- Advance the work of IOC in the region by facilitating the
development and implementation of 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.
- Support the facilitation and 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.
- 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.
- Build networks, foster collaborations, engage with technical
experts and pursue 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.
- Contribute to the smooth functioning of the Regional
Secretariat, provide operational support and capacity building within the
Secretariat, such as training staff and developing standard operating
procedures, coordinate with vendors, prepare and monitor the budget for
the Sub-Commission including extrabudgetary contributions under the
guidance of the Head of Secretariat, and in line with UNESCO’s policies
and procedures.
- Monitor programme progress, stay abreast of emerging trends
and provide strategic insights for IOCAFRICA programme adaptation.
- Support the Head of Secretariat in representing IOC, the
Sub-Commission and UNESCO at the UN and other partner organizations’
intergovernmental and technical meetings, as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Advanced University degree in ocean science, marine policy,
environmental science, ocean governance, integrated ocean management or
related field.
Work Experience
- Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in the
field of ocean science, and/or ocean management, of which preferably two
(2) years acquired at the international level.
- Working experience in coordinating, managing and implementing
projects/programmes, and communication activities.
- Capacity to design, integrate multi-disciplinary scientific
inputs to deliver tools, new knowledge and technical capacities aimed at
enhancing ocean sustainability actions of Member States.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and conceptual skills and ability to
communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Forward-thinking mindset to contribute to the long-term vision
of the organization.
- Good knowledge of the UN wide system and the global
development agenda and relevant UN processes relevant to the ocean.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of English and good working knowledge of
French is an asset.
- Knowledge of other UNESCO official languages (Spanish, Arabic,
Chinese or Russian) is an asset.
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