Deputy Programme Coordinator - Science

Job Posting Organization:
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to the building of a culture of peace, the eradication of poverty, sustainable development, and intercultural dialogue through education, the sciences, culture, communication, and information. UNESCO operates in over 190 countries and has a workforce of approximately 2,000 employees worldwide. The organization focuses on promoting international collaboration in education, science, culture, and communication to foster peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security.

Job Overview:
The Deputy Project Coordinator will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation and coordination of two significant regional projects aimed at enhancing community resilience to climate-induced multi-hazards in Mozambique. The position involves managing the entire project cycle, which includes planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting. The Deputy Project Coordinator will work closely with government entities, technical partners, and local communities to ensure effective delivery of early warning systems and resilience interventions. The role requires a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and stakeholder coordination to achieve measurable and sustainable results. The allocation of time between the two projects is estimated at 70% for the BuPuSa project and 30% for the Wildfires initiative, reflecting the scale and budget of each project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily activities and manage the entire project cycle for both projects, ensuring effective planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Collaborate with government entities, technical partners, and communities to facilitate the delivery of early warning and resilience interventions.
• Support data-driven decision-making processes and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor project progress and prepare regular reports on project activities, outcomes, and impacts.
• Facilitate stakeholder coordination and communication to enhance collaboration among project partners.
• Ensure alignment of project activities with UNESCO’s disaster risk reduction and climate resilience priorities.
• Assist in capacity building initiatives for local communities and stakeholders to enhance their resilience to climate-induced hazards.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and conferences related to project implementation and share best practices and lessons learned.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in project management, particularly in the context of disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of hydrometeorological risks and climate change adaptation strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project monitoring and evaluation methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support data-driven decision-making.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree in environmental science, project management, international development, or a related field is required. Additional certifications in project management or disaster risk reduction would be an advantage.

Experience:
A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in project management, particularly in the areas of climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, or community development. Experience working with international organizations or NGOs is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of Portuguese is highly desirable. Proficiency in other languages relevant to the region would be an asset.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Maputo, Mozambique, and is categorized as a family duty station. The role is full-time and may involve travel within the region. The contract duration and compensation details will be discussed during the interview process. The living conditions in Mozambique are generally reliable, but candidates should be prepared for certain precautions regarding safety and health.