Overview
The UNESCO Antenna Coordinator supports the effective functioning of the UNESCO Antenna in Tripoli, Libya, by coordinating project activities and facilitating information flow with national counterparts.
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 at Headquarters and the UNESCO Regional Rabat Office for alignment of programme implementation.
- Liaise with ministries, national authorities, civil society organizations, academia, experts and other stakeholders.
- Monitor project progress, milestones and prepare regular reports.
- Support inception phases, 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, including risks and mitigation measures.
- Ensure visibility of UNESCO, donors and projects.
- Support resource mobilization efforts.
- Undertake missions within Libya and potentially other countries.
- 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.
