Exciting Opportunity 2025: UNESCO Consultant - Underwater Heritage & Culture
- Inarch Center
- Aug 6
- 3 min read
Are you passionate about preserving humanity's submerged cultural treasures? UNESCO is seeking a dedicated Consultant for Underwater Heritage - Culture to champion the protection of underwater cultural heritage worldwide.
Position Overview
Duration: 7-11 months
Contract Type: Non-Staff Consultant
Application Deadline: August 13, 2025
Your Mission
As a key member of UNESCO's Underwater Cultural Heritage Unit, you'll spearhead groundbreaking initiatives to safeguard our planet's submerged archaeological treasures. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend scientific expertise with global diplomacy in service of cultural preservation.
Key Responsibilities
Scientific Leadership
Serve as UNESCO's underwater archaeology expert and scientific focal point
Drive implementation of the 2001 Convention for the Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage
Baltic Sea Project Coordination
Lead multilateral cooperation initiatives for underwater heritage protection in the Baltic Sea
Organize stakeholder consultations and develop comprehensive protection strategies
Identify funding partners and communication opportunities
Climate Action Integration
Pioneer efforts to integrate underwater cultural heritage into climate resilience strategies
Develop pilot projects addressing climate change impacts on coastal and underwater sites
Support implementation of UNESCO's climate change adaptation frameworks
International Mission Assessment
Evaluate underwater archaeological missions, including the Skerki Bank project
Document results and extract valuable lessons for future initiatives
What We're Looking For
Essential Qualifications
Education & Experience
Master's degree in cultural studies
Minimum 9 years of professional cultural experience
4+ years of international-level expertise
Specialized Expertise
Proven underwater archaeology and heritage protection experience
Strong multilateral cooperation project coordination skills
Expertise in global consultations and stakeholder management
Advanced GIS data handling and heritage inventory capabilities
Technical Skills
Excellent research, analysis, and documentation abilities
Strong IT proficiency
Event coordination and awareness campaign experience
Languages
Excellent English and French (spoken and written)
Additional UN languages preferred
Desirable Assets
UN system experience
Expert knowledge of UNESCO Culture Programmes
Global multi-stakeholder consultation experience
Why Choose This Role?
Global Impact: Directly contribute to preserving humanity's underwater cultural heritage for future generations
Professional Growth: Work within UNESCO's prestigious international framework while developing expertise in emerging fields like climate-heritage intersection
Diverse Collaboration: Engage with international stakeholders, governments, and leading archaeological institutions
Innovation Opportunity: Pioneer new approaches to heritage protection in the face of climate challenges
Application Requirements
Submit your complete application including:
Comprehensive CV
Technical proposal outlining your methodology and approach
Competitive monthly fee quote (EUR/USD)
Completed Employment History form
Ready to Make Waves in Cultural Heritage Protection?
This exceptional opportunity combines scientific rigor with international diplomacy, offering the chance to shape the future of underwater cultural heritage protection on a global scale.
Apply now through the UNESCO careers website,
UNESCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates from underrepresented regions and diverse backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.
About UNESCO's Culture Sector
UNESCO's Culture Sector leads global efforts to protect and promote cultural diversity, heritage preservation, and creative expression. Join us in building a more culturally rich and sustainable world.
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before the August 13, 2025 deadline.
Disclaimer: InArch Center is solely amplifying this advertisement as a service to the archaeological and historical research community. InArch Center is not involved in the recruitment process and holds no responsibility for the application procedure, selection process, or any other matters related to this advertisement. All inquiries and applications should be directed exclusively to UNESCO.
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