UNESCO Issues Call for Applications for the Position of Deputy Director-General for Management and Administration

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has issued a call for applications for the vacant post of Assistant Director-General for Management and Execution.

According to UNESCO’s call for applications, eligible candidates may apply for the position of Assistant Director-General for Management and Administration.

Contract type: Fixed-term
Duration: Two years, renewable
Application deadline: 18 November
Duty station: UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France
Required education: A master’s degree or equivalent in business, public administration, executive management, human resources, financial management, international relations or a related field
Required professional experience: At least 15 years

General qualifications and requirements:

  • Commitment to the ideals and objectives of UNESCO
  • Strong management and leadership skills, with flexibility in leading and supervising the analysis of complex human resources issues
  • Ability to motivate and manage a diverse group of staff working across different areas of human resources
  • Sound judgement and decision-making skills, with strong negotiation and analytical abilities
  • Full proficiency in English or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language

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