Social and Human Sciences Programme Officer

The Social and Human Sciences unit of the UNESCO Hanoi Office is mandated to promote and advance social inclusion, diversity, youth’s participation, gender equality, and ethical standards related to new technologies in Viet Nam, in cooperation with the regional office in Bangkok and the regional SHS advisor. Against a backdrop of rapid modernization and urbanization, multifaceted social transformation, and increasing social inequalities in Vietnam and the region, UNESCO seeks to harness the unique power of the Social and Human Sciences to develop relevant approaches to supporting evidence-based policy formulation, managing diversity, building sustainable peace and social cohesion, and promoting rights and ethics in the areas of science and technology.

The Programme Officer will work under the immediate and daily supervision of the Head of Office, and in close coordination with the SHS Regional Advisor in Bangkok. A work-plan will be prepared jointly. The incumbent will consult with his/her supervisor on a weekly basis to evaluate progress. A monthly meeting will be organized with the Head of Office and the SHS regional advisor in Bangkok.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Social Sciences and Humanities, gender, philosophy, sociology, history, or related field.

Work experience:  

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience performing a similar technical and coordination functions in the area of Social and Human Sciences or other related fields, at the national and/or sub-regional level
• Experience in working in the implementation of national and/or sub-regional projects in the area of social and human sciences
• Proven experience in working with the national institutions and government in Viet Nam
• Proven experience in the negotiation, implementation and monitoring of extra budgetary projects and designing funding proposals.

Languages:

• Excellent knowledge of English and Vietnamese is a requirement.

Source: https://careers.unesco.org/job/Hanoi-Social-and-Human-Sciences-Programme-Officer/807326702/