Project Assistant

Post Title: Project Assistant

Post Level: Equivalent to General Service 4 (GS4).

(This is indicative only. The final step will be determined at the time of recruitment according to the candidate’s qualifications).

Starting Date: Immediately (contract period for 6 months with possibilities of extension)

Closing Date: 21 July 2011

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under direct supervision of Programme Specialist in Engineering Sciences and

Technology (EST) at the UNESCO Jakarta Office, the incumbent will perform the following functions:

* Take the initiative in implementing UNESCO Jakarta COMPETENCE

(COMprehensive Program to Enhance Technology, Engineering and ScienCE Education) Programme and E-learning activities;

* Assist in the implementation, dissemination and socialization of

COMPETENCE programme and make sure the process well coordinated and run in timely manner;

* Maintain liaison and dialogue with stakeholders and partners;

* Maintain and update the project websites;

* Assist in the administration of the participants of UNESCO e-learning courses in coordination with the networks involved;

* As appropriate to the position and as specified by the supervisors, participate in project implementation, and Perform additional job related duties and responsibilities as requested.

COMPETENCIES:

o Strong communication skills;

o Having experience working in international and multicultural environment;

o Team worker/builder, proven record in working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals and ensure timely delivery of results;

o Ability to identify priority activities and assignments and make necessary adjustments as required;

o Ability to work under heavy pressure while maintaining accuracy and paying attention to details;

o Strong analytical skills and ability to analyze complex issues;

o Having knowledge in of research and education networks would be advantage;

QUALIFICATIONS:

o A minimum of Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Education, or other relevant field of study;

o At least 3 – 5 years relevant work experience in project coordination and implementation;

o Extensive knowledge in managing/organizing e-learning courses, distant learning programme or any activity using research and education network;

o Fluency in spoken and written English and ability to draft documents and express views in a clear and concise manner.

Send the application by email, quoting “Project Assistant/EST” as subject, by 21

July 2011 to:

Administrative Officer

UNESCO Office, Jakarta

E-mail: jakarta@unesco.org with cc to v.achmad@unesco.org