Programme Assistant Science Sector

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UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, is a specialized agency dedicated to strengthening our shared humanity through the promotion of education, science, culture, and communication.

We set standards, produce tools and develop knowledge to create solutions to some of the greatest challenges of our time, and foster a world of greater equality and peace.

Job Description

Under the authority of the Director of UNESCO New Delhi, and the direct supervision of the Chief of the Science Sector, the Programme Assistant will support the overall operations and programme management of the Science Sector. This role will particularly focus on assistance for the coordination and implementation of the “Women for Bees” programme within Indian Biosphere Reserves.

Responsibilities:

• Provide programmatic support to Science Sector colleagues to ensure effective decision-making processes and the smooth, efficient implementation of the Science Programme at the UNESCO New Delhi Regional Office.
• Provide programmatic support to Science Sector colleagues to ensure effective decision-making processes and the smooth, efficient implementation of the Science Programme at the UNESCO New Delhi Regional Office.
• Assist the programme officer of Science Sector in the implementation and reporting of the Women for Bees programme in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, aimed at empowering local women through eco-friendly beekeeping practices that support biodiversity goals.
• Assist in maintain regular liaison with the local NGOs to support effective project coordination.
• Assist in drafting reports and contribute content for social media and other communications platforms.
• Provide support for the celebration of International Days and other official events, including hospitality arrangements for the Science Sector.
• Assist in identifying cost-effective vendors, suppliers, and service providers for operational needs; support the registration and contracting process in accordance with UNESCO procedures.
• Support travel planning and provide logistics assistance in alignment with UNESCO’s policies, procedures, and rules.
• Perform other duties as required to support the work of the Science Sector.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in life sciences, environment sciences or in any other related field/equivalent

Languages: 

• Proficiency in drafting high-quality documents in English is required. Familiarity with Tamil and/or Malayalam is an asset, though not a prerequisite."

Desirable qualifications

• Experience of working in a Biosphere Reserve or Protected Area
• Experience in organizing field activities and stakeholders coordination
• Previous experience of working with UNESCO or other UN organizations would be considered as advantage

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