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Parent Sector : Natural Sciences
Type of contract : Individual consultant Contract
Duration of contract : 9 months
Recruitment open to : External Candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 26 August 2024
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
In the framework of the 42 C/5 Major Programme II, and under the overall supervision of the Director of the Ecological and Earth Sciences Division (SC/EES) and the direct supervision of the Chief of Section, SC/EES/NBC, the consultant will support the scientific activities related to the implementation of the UNESCO-MAB Amazon project on the “Amazon biosphere reserves project: Improving the resilience and halting biodiversity loss of the greater Amazon Basin.” Specifically, the consultant will provide research and technical support to the Chief of Section, countries, and biosphere reserves (BR) involved in the preparation and implementation of the research component of the Amazon project activities.
1.
Support biosphere reserves to better identify and address emerging challenges and pressures from climate change, land use change, and economic forces underlying deforestation (including through fire):
governance, fires, carbon credits).
2.
Support biosphere reserves in building capacity to develop integrated landscape management plans:
3.
Develop scientific content to support project results dissemination:
Education
Work Experience
Skills and competencies
Languages
Interested candidates should submit their application online and attach under the “Employment History Form” section the following documents in one combined file:
Application should be done through Success Factor only.
In case you are unable to attach the required documents in the system, you may send an email to sc.recruitment@unesco.org quoting the reference 20692 in the subject line of your e-mail.
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information.
To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include a competency-based interview.
UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted.
UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades.
Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.
UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
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