Ref.: CL/4042 13/01/2014 Subject: Director (D-2) UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) Montreal, Canada 1CAUIS0001ST I wish to inform you that I have decided to advertise the post of Director of the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) in Montreal (Canada). I enclose herewith information on the duties with which the selected candidate will be entrusted, as well as on the required qualifications, experience and competencies. As you know, the Secretariat accords great importance to geographical distribution and gender, especially at the senior level. I should be grateful, therefore, if you would assist me in achieving a more balanced geographical distribution, as well as an equitable representation of women, by encouraging appropriate and qualified candidates to apply. I cannot overemphasize the importance I attach to having an outstanding candidate to fill this post, and count on your cooperation to achieve this goal through the dissemination of the vacancy announcement to nationals of your country using the channels you consider most appropriate. Candidates who wish to be considered for this post are strongly encouraged to apply online, via the dedicated UNESCO website, Careers, as soon as possible and well before the closing date. It is important to note that all applications must be received by 13 March 2014 at the latest, and that they must quote the post number: 1CAUIS0001ST. Candidates without easy access to the Internet may, exceptionally, send their application by regular mail to the following address: Chief Staffing, Benefits and Learning Section (HRM/SBL) Bureau of Human Resources Management UNESCO 7 place de Fontenoy 75352 Paris 07-SP France 7, place de Fontenoy 75352 Paris 07 SP, France Tél. : +33 (0)1 45 68 10 00 Fax : +33 (0)1 45 68 55 55 To Ministers responsible for relations with UNESCO www.unesco.org
CL/4042 page 2 It is important that all applications, including those sent by post, meet the established deadline. All care should be taken to ensure that such candidatures reach UNESCO prior to the closing date. Each candidate s application should contain a detailed curriculum vitae and the names of persons from whom professional references may be obtained. The curriculum vitae may be submitted in English or French, preferably on the official UNESCO curriculum vitae form, and should include the following information: date and place of birth; present nationality; gender; university education; present and previous posts held; fields of specialization; publications; and, knowledge of languages, in particular the degree of ability to write, speak and understand the required languages, as indicated in the attached Vacancy Notice. Accept, Sir/Madam, the assurances of my highest consideration. Irina Bokova Director-General Encs: 2 cc: National Commissions for UNESCO Permanent Delegations to UNESCO
CL/4042 page 3 Title: Domain: Post Number: Grade: D-2 Organizational Unit: Primary Location: Recruitment open to: Type of contract: DIRECTOR, UNESCO INSTITUTE FOR STATISTICS (UIS) Administration 1CAUIS0001ST UNESCO Institute for Statistics Montreal, Canada Internal and external candidates Fixed-Term Annual salary: US $163,225 Deadline (midnight, Paris time): 13 March 2014 OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST The UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) is the statistical branch of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The Institute produces data and methodologies to monitor trends, at the national and international levels, in its areas of competence, delivering comparative data for countries at all stages of development to provide a global perspective on education, science and technology, culture and communication. Under the direct authority of, and in accordance with the prerogatives delegated by the Director-General of UNESCO, and guided by the Institute's Governing Board, the incumbent will lead and manage the UIS human and financial resources, including the planning and assignment of resources, the implementation of planned programmes and the assessment of outcomes. The incumbent also will define the UIS s strategies, and is responsible for the execution of the UIS s goals/objectives with a view to serving UNESCO s mandate and the needs of Member States in the areas of education; science, technology, innovation; culture; and, communication statistics and indicators. The incumbent shall: Provide high-level managerial leadership for the UIS with respect to its staff and programmes, including the development/implementation of organizational and resource mobilization strategies. Identify key issues/risks, as well as opportunities, for the UIS and take actions toward its stable development while aiming to ensure its relevance to Member States, partner organizations and the world at large. Establish and maintain close professional relationships with governmental, non-governmental, international and national institutions, as well as relevant professional bodies working in the field of statistics. Represent the Director-General at the United Nations Statistics Commission and other high-level meetings concerning statistics. Lead the development of the Institute s communication and outreach strategy, as well as strengthen the substantive links between the Institute s activities and UNESCO s other programmes to provide quality assurance on statistical matters throughout UNESCO. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Advanced university degree in the field of statistics or a closely related numeric discipline (such as demography, economics or mathematics), or in the fields of education or the social sciences with a substantial part on applied statistics. WORK EXPERIENCE At least 15 years of extensive progressive professional experience of statistical management at the national or international level, including exposure in senior executive positions at international level. At least 10 years of recognized experience in leadership and proven ability in planning and managing international programmes and/or projects. Experience in advocacy, resources mobilization and partnership development. UNESCO is committed to promoting geographical distribution and gender equality within its Secretariat. Therefore, women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, as are nationals from non- and under-represented Member States. Persons with disabilities equally are encouraged to apply. Worldwide mobility is required as staff members must be ready to serve in other duty stations, in accordance with UNESCO s geographical mobility policy. UNESCO DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.
CL/4042 page 4 SKILLS/COMPETENCIES Proven leadership and managerial skills, a broad general culture and sound analytical capacities. Ability for strategic planning and management, including capacity to administer extensive programmes and financial resources. Demonstrated ability persuasively to defend the importance of statistics/statistical products/services and articulate statistical development needs within UNESCO s mandate. Ability to lead complex negotiations with diplomacy and a sense of tact. Knowledge of the main issues facing the field of education. Broad experience, at a high level, of international cooperation mechanisms, and wide networks of contacts with international organizations and development agencies (World Bank, UNICEF, regional development banks, OECD, Eurostat, etc.). Commitment to the Organization s mandate, vision and strategic direction, as well as to its priorities. Ability to strengthen the reputation of the Institute by maintaining a focus on top-quality results, a transparent way of working and the independence of the UIS. Ability to lead and motivate teams in a multicultural environment, as well as to ensure continuous training and development of staff. Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, orally and in writing, as well as strong representational skills. LANGUAGES Excellent knowledge of English or French. A good knowledge of the second language is required. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION A PhD would be a strong asset. Course/degree/diploma in management would be an asset. WORK EXPERIENCE Professional experience gained in a multicultural working environment would be an asset. Track record in working with a wide range of high-level partnerships, and in participating effectively in high-level negotiations. SKILLS/COMPETENCIES Sound judgement and decision-making skills. Competence in the use of personal networked computers and software for general and specialized applications. Ability to keep up-to-date on relevant developments in statistics. LANGUAGES A working knowledge of another official United Nations language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) would be an asset. BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS UNESCO s salaries are calculated in US dollars. They consist of a basic salary and a post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, as well as exchange rates. Other benefits include: 30 days annual leave, family allowance, home travel, education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. More details can be found on the ICSC Website. Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization. A WRITTEN EXAMINATION MAY BE USED IN THE EVALUATION OF CANDIDATES.
CL/4042 page 5 of Member States in posts subject to geographical distribution as at 1 December 2013 above range within range below range Nil Algeria Belgium Benin Bulgaria Cameroon Canada Denmark Ethiopia France Greece Ireland Italy Lebanon Mexico Morocco Nepal Niger Romania Senegal South Africa Spain Tunisia Afghanistan Albania Argentina Australia Austria Bangladesh Belarus Bhutan Botswana Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Chile Colombia Congo Costa Rica Côte d Ivoire Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Democratic People s Republic of Korea Democratic Republic of the Congo Ecuador Egypt Finland Gambia Georgia Germany Ghana Honduras India Israel Jamaica Japan Jordan Lao People s Democratic Republic Latvia Lithuania Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Mali Mauritania Mauritius Mongolia Mozambique Netherlands New Zealand Andorra Antigua and Barbuda Armenia Bahamas Barbados Belize Bolivia (Plurinational State of) Bosnia and Herzegovina Brazil Cape Verde Chad China Comoros Cook Islands Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic Eritrea Estonia Fiji Gabon Grenada Guinea Guinea-Bissau Hungary Indonesia Iran (Islamic Republic of) Iraq Kazakhstan Kenya Kyrgyzstan Libya Maldives Myanmar Namibia Oman Palestine Panama Papua New Guinea Portugal Qatar Russian Federation Rwanda San Marino Sao Tome and Principe Saudi Arabia Serbia Sierra Leone Angola Azerbaijan Bahrain Brunei Darussalam Central African Republic El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Guatemala Guyana Haiti Iceland Kiribati Kuwait Lesotho Liberia Luxembourg Malta Marshall Islands Micronesia (Federated States of) Monaco Montenegro Nauru Niue Palau Paraguay Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Samoa Singapore Slovenia Solomon Islands South Sudan Suriname Tajikistan Timor-Leste Tonga Tuvalu United Arab Emirates United Republic of Tanzania Vanuatu Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
CL/4042 page 6 above range within range below range Nil Nicaragua Nigeria Norway Pakistan Peru Philippines Poland Republic of Korea Republic of Moldova Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Seychelles Slovakia Syrian Arab Republic The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia Togo Uganda Ukraine United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Uruguay Uzbekistan Yemen Zimbabwe Somalia Sri Lanka Sudan Swaziland Sweden Switzerland Thailand Trinidad and Tobago Turkey Turkmenistan United States of America Viet Nam Zambia