UNESCO Antenna Coordinator

UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - UNESCO

Staff Closes 30 Apr 2026 11 days left

Overview

The UNESCO Antenna Coordinator supports the effective functioning of the antenna in Tripoli by coordinating project activities, facilitating information flow, and ensuring operational alignment with the UNESCO Regional Office in Rabat.


Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day running of the UNESCO Antenna in Tripoli.
  • Coordinate projects’ implementation with the respective project teams and supervise them.
  • Collaborate with Programme Specialists to align implementation of UNESCO’s programmes and activities in Libya.
  • Liaise with ministries, national authorities, civil society organizations, academia, experts and other stakeholders.
  • Monitor project progress, milestones and prepare regular reports.
  • Support inception phase, technical working groups, and steering committee consultations.
  • Participate in Programme Management Team (PMT) meetings.
  • Maintain regular communication with the UNESCO Rabat Office concerning antenna operations.
  • Ensure visibility of UNESCO, donors and projects.
  • Support resource mobilization efforts.
  • Undertake missions within Libya and eventually in other countries as required.
  • Undertake other professional tasks as necessary.
Required Experience

At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience, of which preferably 3 years acquired at international level, at the appropriate management level within the United Nations system or within other international or national institutions, including a wide experience in development issues related to UNESCO’s areas of competence, in association with national and international organizations. Experience in project design, implementation and management. Experience in advocacy, resources mobilization and partnership development.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master’s level or equivalent) in the field of international relations, public or business administration, social sciences, education, digital transformation, or related fields.

Other Details
Languages Required
Excellent knowledge (written and spoken) of English. Very good knowledge of Arabic.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of another official language of UNESCO (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Contract Duration
1 year, with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is US$ 112 609.
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