Chief of Section (Arab States and Asia & the Pacific) (re-advertisement)
Priority Africa and External Relations Sector (PAX) · Paris · Apply by December 5, 2026
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Chief of Section (Arab States and Asia & the Pacific) (re-advertisement) OVERVIEW Position Number: PAX 004 Grade: P-5 Parent Sector: Priority Africa and External Relations Sector (PAX) Duty Station: Paris Job Family: External Relations Contract Type: Fixed Term Duration of contract: 2 years, renewable Recruitment open to: Internal and external candidates Application deadline (Midnight Paris Time): 07/12/2026 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, ProfessionalismORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT The Sector for Priority Africa and External Relations (PAX) plays a central role in strengthening UNESCO’s engagement with its Member States, the United Nations system, and international and regional partners. It coordinates the Organization’s external relations, field network, and activities under the Global Priority Africa, including the implementation and monitoring of the Operational Strategy for Global Priority Africa (2022–2029). PAX Sector also coordinates UNESCO’s actions in support of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and contributes to partnership development and resource mobilization. In addition, it provides strategic and operational…