UNESCO
1001 - 5000 employees
Founded 1945
📚 Education
🤝 Non-profit
🌍 Social Impact
Education • Non-profit • Social Impact
UNESCO is a specialized agency of the United Nations aimed at promoting international collaboration in the fields of education, culture, natural sciences, and social sciences. It works to foster peace, development, and sustainable practices through educational programs and cultural initiatives. UNESCO advocates for equal access to education and cultural preservation around the world, leveraging its partnerships with various entities, including governments and institutions, to achieve its goals.
Individual Consultant – Water Cooperation and Groundwater
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🕒 May 26
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UNESCO
1001 - 5000 employees
Founded 1945
📚 Education
🤝 Non-profit
🌍 Social Impact
Education • Non-profit • Social Impact
UNESCO is a specialized agency of the United Nations aimed at promoting international collaboration in the fields of education, culture, natural sciences, and social sciences. It works to foster peace, development, and sustainable practices through educational programs and cultural initiatives. UNESCO advocates for equal access to education and cultural preservation around the world, leveraging its partnerships with various entities, including governments and institutions, to achieve its goals.
📋 Description
• Provide technical expertise to support the operationalization and implementation of UNESCO’s components under the GEF/FAO project. • Support the consolidation of contributions into a comprehensive and high-quality final TDA report. • Develop concept notes, agendas/programmes, and summary reports for technical coordination meetings and workshops. • Prepare a concept note outlining the project’s knowledge management approach. • Document key findings, best practices, and lessons learned from knowledge exchange and capacity-building activities. • Develop a stakeholder engagement strategy and action plan to ensure inclusive participation of relevant stakeholders. • Prepare two project proposals and a concept note for a regional training course.
🎯 Requirements
• An advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent and above) in Water Sciences, Water Management, Hydrogeology, Environmental Sciences or related fields. • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Water Sciences, focusing on the assessment, management, and governance of aquifers, including conjunctive water management and transboundary contexts. • Previous work experience with GEF projects, groundwater and a geographical focus on the Mekong region and the Mediterranean region. • Previous experience in working in UN setting. • Demonstrated previous experience providing technical assistance to national stakeholders, including government officials, national academics, and technical staff from multilateral/bilateral organizations. • Proven ability to plan and organize effectively and manage multiple deadlines. • Proven ability to work efficiently in a dynamic and multicultural team environment. • Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills. • Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), proficiency working with communication tools (Microsoft Teams and Zoom). • Excellent proficiency of English in writing and speaking.
🏖️ Benefits
• Health insurance • Remote work options • Training and development opportunities
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