Associate Project Officer

Type of contract : Service Contract

Level : SC8

Hiring Unit :Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station : Amman

Work location : On site

Duration of contract : 6 months

Hiring open to : External candidates

Application deadline (Midnight UTC3 Time) : 23/08/2026

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The UNESCO Office in Jordan works closely with the national authorities to preserve and promote tangible and intangible cultural heritage in the country. It particularly works in close collaboration and partnership with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities the Department of Antiquities and the Ministry of Culture as well as relevant national and local authorities to ensure the sustainable conservation of the countrys rich cultural heritage.

Through the currently implemented projects the office is promoting sustainable socio-economic development in local communities focusing on investing in cultural heritage preservation contributing to decent livelihoods and offering short-term employment opportunities while also paving the way for longer term investments in cultural heritage preservation and sustainable local tourism development in As-Salt and other location sites in Jordan .

To support achieving the mentioned goals and to ensure the proper and timely finalization of the ongoing activities and projects at the culture unit in UNESCO Amman office the office is recruiting an Associate Project Officer to assist in the regular follow-up and monitoring of ongoing rehabilitation and construction activities.

Under the general supervision of UNESCO Jordan Head of office and the direct supervision of the Culture Programme Specialist and in coordination with the rest of the culture staff and the relevant Administrative and Financial staff.

The Associate Project Officers duties and responsibilities include but are not restricted to:

• Support in managing all project phases including planning execution monitoring and reporting.
• Provide support to the implementation of rehabilitation and construction works currently implemented in different areas in Jordan including coordination and site supervision.
• Ensure regular follow up with UNESCOs contractors to update the BoQs tables and ensure quality interventions as per the provided technical specifications and drawings.
• Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of the executed works and the preparation of documents and reports related to the project.
• Conduct regular field visits to the project locations as necessary and when requested to provide comprehensive site supervision follow-up and management to the ongoing works ensuring adherence to design requirements construction specifications safety and quality.
• Review contractors deliverables and reports ensuring technical compliance with project specifications and signed contracts.
• Anticipate difficulties and bottlenecks and address them proactively and in consultation with the supervisor.
• Liaise with and facilitate information sharing amongst project partners stakeholders and the local authorities and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders partners and donors.
• Participate in technical meeting and stakeholder meetings when and as needed and draft minutes of meeting official correspondence and any other official documents in English and maintain a record of documentation for the project.
• Support in administrative tasks as needed and ensure proper project management where and when requested including reviewing budget records and invoices.
• Perform any other activities and tasks requested by the supervisor.

• Communication (C)
• Accountability (C)
• Innovation (C)
• Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C)
• Planning and organizing (C)
• Results focus (C)
• Teamwork (C)

  For detailed information please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

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Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information by the above deadline.

To apply please visit the UNESCO Careers website. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted.

The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments interviews with a Panel as well as reference addition candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the positions qualifications.

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• lndividuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
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• The statutory retirement age at UNESCO is 65 years.
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