Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Unesco's Call for Expression of Interest: 'African experts'


This Project has been supported by the UNESCO Emergency Fund

In order to strengthen and support the implementation of the 2005 Convention for the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions at the national level, UNESCO is piloting a Capacity Building Programme in Africa. As part of this Programme, a Call for Expressions of Interest to join the Pool of Experts on the 2005 Convention is being launched together with the African Arts Institute, UNESCO's official partner to the Programme

This Call for Expressions of Interest is open only to nationals of an African country who are either English or French speaking. Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Details and forms can be found on http://www.unesco.org/new/en/culture/themes/cultural-diversity/diversity-of-cultural-expressions/programmes/capacity-building-in-africa/

For interested candidates:
Applications consist of a PDF application form, a CV and a 5-page motivation essay. Only complete applications will be considered. Applications should be sent to convention2005@unesco.org before midnight, 20 July 2012, (Paris time)

For additional information, please send an email to convention2005@unesco.org