Consultant for MONDIACULT 2025

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Position Title: Consultant for MONDIACULT 2025
Location: Paris
Country: France
Deadline Date: 13-MAR-2025

Job Details

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's core values include commitment to the organization, integrity, respect for diversity, and professionalism, which guide its efforts in fostering cultural understanding and cooperation among nations.

Job Overview:
The consultant will play a pivotal role in supporting the preparation and implementation of the MONDIACULT 2025 conference, which focuses on cultural policies and their implications for global society. This position requires a deep understanding of cultural rights, digital technologies in the culture sector, and the intersection of culture with education, economy, climate action, and peace. The consultant will be responsible for producing and revising knowledge materials, coordinating expert groups, and mobilizing resources for initiatives involving youth and artists. The role demands a proactive approach to conducting qualitative and quantitative assessments on culture-related matters, ensuring that the conference's objectives align with the priorities set forth in the MONDIACULT 2022 Declaration. The consultant will also be tasked with designing the overall program for MONDIACULT 2025, ensuring effective collaboration with various stakeholders and partners.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties will include supporting the production, review, and dissemination of content related to MONDIACULT 2025's priorities. This involves drafting reports, preparing documents, and ensuring they meet UNESCO's standards. The consultant will identify, compile, analyze, and report on quantitative and qualitative data relevant to the conference's focus areas. They will also review key documents to maintain technical and academic rigor. Additionally, the consultant will assist in coordinating the UNESCO Expert Group on Artificial Intelligence and Culture, which includes drafting and organizing documents, facilitating communication among members, and contributing to the design and implementation of AI-related initiatives. The consultant will be responsible for overall coordination of preparatory activities for MONDIACULT 2025, ensuring alignment with the six priority domains outlined in the MONDIACULT 2022 Declaration.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree in disciplines related to policy design, particularly in innovation. A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in policy and innovation is required, with at least 5 years at the international level. Proven experience in conducting internationally comparative quantitative and qualitative research in policy and innovation is essential. Candidates should demonstrate excellent analytical and drafting skills, as well as strong communication abilities in both English and Spanish. Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies is necessary, along with a good understanding of multilateral cooperation projects and the ability to synthesize and analyze information from various sources.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree in fields related to policy design and innovation is mandatory. A doctorate in disciplines related to technology innovation is desirable, as it would enhance the candidate's qualifications for this role.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the field of policy and innovation, with a preference for at least 5 years of experience at the international level. This experience should include conducting research and working on projects related to cultural policies and innovation.

Languages:
Excellent proficiency in both English and Spanish is required, with the ability to communicate complex issues effectively. A good knowledge of French is also necessary. Knowledge of another UNESCO official language would be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
The position is a non-staff consultancy role with a contract duration of approximately 9.5 months. The work will be partly on-site in Paris and partly home-based. The consultant will be expected to submit various reports and activity summaries throughout the contract period, including progress reports and final evaluations of the work conducted. The role requires a high level of accountability, communication, innovation, and teamwork, as outlined in the UNESCO Competency Framework. The organization emphasizes diversity and encourages applications from under-represented groups, including individuals from minority and indigenous backgrounds.