Pay and conditions
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Job Description
Leads TWAS within UNESCO’s Science Sector in Trieste, providing intellectual, strategic and operational direction for international scientific-cooperation programmes. The Executive Director oversees staff, plans, budgets and programme delivery; advances North–South and South–South scientific cooperation; builds partnerships and resource mobilization; and connects research, policy and practice to a
Key Details
Department
Science Sector
Position Details
Experience level
Leadership
Minimum experience
15 years
Arrangement
Onsite
Minimum education
Postgraduate degree
Contract duration
2 years, renewable
Language Requirements
Required
English
Preferred
Another official language, Italian
Summary of Responsibilities
- Lead TWAS scientific-cooperation programme development, management and delivery
- Supervise staff and oversee annual programmes, reports, action plans and budget projections
- Develop innovative South–South cooperation and scientific networks
- Provide strategic direction for resource mobilization
- Coordinate work with associated organizations hosted by the Academy
- Serve as secretary to TWAS Steering Committee and Council meetings
Role Requirements
- Doctorate in a science-related discipline
- At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in scientific research and administration at regional or international levels
- Demonstrated leadership in a scientific environment and management of human and financial resources
- Excellent spoken and written English
Desired Criteria
- Experience in policy dialogue with governmental, non-governmental, public or private sectors
- Knowledge of other UNESCO official languages or Italian
Skills
Source & verification
IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNESCO Careers, on 19 Aug 2026.