Consultant for the Implementation of Workshops

Job Posting Organization:
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. The organization operates in over 190 countries and has a workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. UNESCO aims to build peace in the minds of men and women, and its core values include commitment to the organization, integrity, respect for diversity, and professionalism.

Job Overview:
The position involves conducting workshops aimed at creating a network of community enterprises in Villa and Puerto Coronel Andrés Sánchez Magallanes, Tabasco. This initiative is part of a collaboration between Eni and UNESCO, focusing on strengthening the capacity of coastal communities to protect their cultural and natural heritage while promoting sustainable tourism. The consultant will be responsible for developing a series of workshops that will help the community design and develop adaptable business models that align with the region's biocultural heritage and traditional community organization forms. The ultimate goal is to establish a collective or cooperative that can offer community tourism services and create a catalog of tourism products and services.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will integrate into a team composed of UNESCO representatives and local focal points in Tabasco. Responsibilities include developing community workshops focused on creating business models based on the biocultural heritage of the region. The consultant will also be tasked with producing a document summarizing the results and providing practical guidelines for individuals or groups to develop their own business models. Additionally, the consultant will review materials and tools used in the workshops to ensure they are effectively integrated into on-site training and the creation of the guide. Leading local teams for the execution of the workshops is also a key responsibility.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess at least 5 years of experience in project development, community initiatives, social economy enterprises, or related fields such as cultural heritage management, natural heritage, safeguarding intangible cultural heritage, cultural diversity, and biocultural heritage. The applicant must reside in Tabasco and be available for travel within the region.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background in fields related to cultural heritage, social economy, community development, or similar areas is required. Specific degrees or certifications in these fields will be advantageous.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in developing projects and initiatives related to community enterprises and social economy, as well as experience in managing cultural and natural heritage projects.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, as all workshops and communications will be conducted in this language. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The contract duration is set for 5 months, with the possibility of extension up to 8 months depending on project needs. This is a consultant-level position, classified as Level 1 - Junior. The role is open to external candidates, and the work will be conducted on-site in Mexico City. Candidates must have a high level of availability to respond to calls, emails, or video links throughout the consultancy period. The application process requires candidates to submit an online application along with an updated CV and a cover letter. The selection process will adhere to UNESCO's standards of efficiency, technical competence, and integrity, with a zero-tolerance policy for harassment.