Project Assistant for Strengthening Resilience of Coastal and Small Island Communities towards Hydro-Meteorological Hazards and Climate Change Impacts

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Unit: Project Assistant for “Strengthening Resilience of Coastal and Small Island
Communities towards Hydro-Meteorological Hazards and Climate Change Impacts”
Job Title: Project Assistant
Level: GS 5
Duty Station: Jakarta
Starting Date: End June 2012
Duration of Contract: 12 months with a possibility for renewal, probationary
period of 3 months
Closing Date of Applications: 7 June 2012


Description
of Responsibilities :

Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Jakarta Office and direct
supervision of the Programme Specialist and head of Science for Society Unit,
the incumbent shall provide technical assistance in the implementation and
coordination of the extra-budgetary project under JFIT: Strengthening
Resilience of Coastal and Small Island Communities towards Hydro-Meteorological
Hazards and Climate Change Impacts (StResCom).

The incumbent shall:

1. Provide support to the day-to-day coordination of StResCom project
activities, i.e. assist in planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting;

2. Provide support in the project implementation through:
·  Assisting in
the review and analysis of action research results commissioned during Phase 1
of StResCom in Indonesia, Philippines and Timor-Leste;
·  Conducting
review and desk studies on topics such as knowledge-based risk reduction,
climate change adaptation, local and indigenous knowledge, hydro-meteorological
hazards, and small islands and coastal communities;
·  Assist in
the development of educational and awareness-raising materials;

3. Assist in fund raising scheme by looking for potential funding (i.e. look at
call for proposals) and contacting strategic and potential donors;

4. Provide technical and logistic assistance in organizing meetings, regional
and local workshops in Indonesia, Timor Leste and the Philippines;

5. Assist in the development of deliverable materials for the project
activities;

6. Provide administrative and financial assistance and advice, including
assistance in the provision of oversight of all administrative and financial
matters related to the implementation of the StResCom project, and ensure that
all operations under the projects such as contracts, travel order, reporting
and financial disbursements are in line with UNESCO’s administrative rules and
regulations;

7. Assist in the development and maintenance of positive working relationships
with UNESCO’s partners and relevant stakeholders, including but not limited to
government agencies, donors, non-governmental organization, private sectors,
and local communities;

8. Prepare short reports, summaries, minutes of meetings, media releases,
updates for website and other communication materials, and any other inputs
related to the StResCom project as necessary; and

9. Perform other official duties as may be required by the immediate
Supervisors and the Director of the Office.

Competencies:

This position will suit a university graduate who wishes to gain knowledge and
experience in disaster risk reduction within a multilateral international
development agency.

Professionalism and knowledge:
·  Strong
communication skills - spoken and written English
·  Strong
analytical skills and ability to analyze complex issues;
·  Ability to
identify priority activities and assignments and make necessary adjustments as
required
·  Knowledge
and skills on computer software (Microsoft words, excell, powerpoint),
internet, and emails;
·  Ability to
work independently and proactively with minimum supervision, with efficiency,
competence, integrity and in harmony with people of different national
backgrounds
·  Ability to
work under heavy pressure while maintaining accuracy and paying attention to
details
·  Ability to
work beyond normal working hours whenever necessary
·  Team
worker/builder, proven record in working collaboratively with colleagues to
achieve organizational goals and ensure timely delivery of results

Planning and Organizing:
·  Well
developed planning and organizational skills, with a reputation for being able
to multi-tasking and meet agreed deadlines;

Commitment:
·  Passion to
improve project outcomes;
·  Proven
history of ongoing learning and development of oneself;
·  A reputation
as a team player;

Build trust:
·  A reputation
for integrity, openness and respect for diversity;
·  Consistency
in the quality of interpersonal relationships.

Qualifications:

Education: University Degree (preferable masters degree) in science,
environmental sciences or social sciences in particular, from a recognized and
reputable university, with knowledge on issue related to disaster risk
reduction, climate change, indigenous knowledge, conservation and sustainable
development. Postgraduate degrees would be an asset.

Work Experience: 4-5 years successful history of employment in environmental
management and programme coordination, preferably in governmental or
non-governmental agencies.

Languages: Must have fluency in spoken and written English, in particular the ability
to draft documents and express views in a clear and concise manner. Working
knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia, Tagalog and/or Tetum is an asset.

Other Skills: Knowledge of UN systems and procedures as they relate to Staff
Regulations and Rules, personnel and administrative policies and procedures as
well as financial rules and procedures is an asset.

Contact Details:
Most recent Curriculum Vitae accompanied by an application letter should be
sent to:

The Administration Officer
UNESCO House
Jl. Galuh (II) No. 5
Jakarta 12110
Indonesia
Fax: (62-21) 7279 6489
Email: jakarta@unesco.org

We shall only respond to short-listed candidate and with whom the organization
has an interest