National Project Officer - Coordinator of Culture Programme (updated)

Overview

The role supports the coordination and management of UNESCO's Culture programme in Sarajevo, focusing on projects aimed at fostering reconciliation, intercultural dialogue, and enhancing the socio-economic impact of cultural and creative sectors.

Tasks Summary

• Ensure timely and effective coordination among partner organizations in project execution.
• Draft, review, and prepare progress reports for project implementation.
• Liaise with project Finance and Communication Officers.
• Provide support to the project’s Advisory Committee.
• Assist implementing partnerships in liaising with stakeholders and beneficiaries.
• Assist in liaising with European Union counterparts.
• Provide support to partners and implement assigned project activities.
• Draft calls for interest and TORs for contracts.
• Monitor contract progress and ensure compliance with administrative rules.
• Ensure compliance with project monitoring and reporting obligations.
• Support the preparation and management of meetings and events.
• Facilitate effective communication among partners and stakeholders.
• Cooperate with communication officers to ensure project visibility.
• Prepare public information products.
• Prepare briefings, presentations, speeches, and speaking points.
• Speak at and/or participate in national and international conferences, workshops, or other events.

Experience Requirements

A minimum of 7 years of practical experience in international cultural cooperation, including at least five years of experience on multi-partner project implementation and/or management.

Qualification Requirements

Advanced University degree (Masters or above) in cultural studies; media studies; management; international relations; communication; or in related fields of social and human sciences.

Other Details

Languages Required: Excellent knowledge of English, with demonstrated capacity to produce quality written outputs such as reports, news items, etc.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of other UNESCO official language(s) (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and/or Spanish). Proficiency in one or more of the official languages of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Contract Duration: 1 year

Work Modality:

Remuneration: The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 98 702 BAM