Senior Visa Assistant
Pubblicato il 17-08-2026 - Unesco in Trieste
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Parent Sector : International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)
Duty Station : Trieste
Job Family : Natural Sciences
Contract Type : Fixed Term
Duration of contract : 2 years
Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism
Only candidates who are entitled to work in the EU may apply to this position.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
Founded in 1964 by the late Nobel Laureate Abdus Salam and located in Trieste (Italy), the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) seeks to accomplish its mandate by providing scientists from developing countries with the continuing education and skills that they need to enjoy long and productive careers. ICTP has been a major force in stemming the scientific brain drain from the developing world. For more than 50 years, ICTP has been a driving force behind global efforts to advance scientific expertise in the developing world.
Under the overall authority of the Director of ICTP and the direct supervision of the Senior Coordinator, Programmes and Advancement Section, the incumbent is responsible for the management of the visa support service at ICTP. S/he provides updated information to visitors for visa applications to enter Italy for ICTP scientific activities. S/he assists: 1) visitors to obtain visas and permits of stay; 2) staff and visitors already in Italy to obtain visas for duty travel and movement in the Schengen Area; 3) staff members to obtain UN Laissez-Passer (UNLPs) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs ID Cards. S/he maintains direct contact with Italian authorities and embassies/consulates abroad on visa-related matters.
Essential responsibilities include:
KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Visa and Permit of Stay Services:
- Prepare, process and sign all documents related to entry visas (approximately 2,500 per year).
- Advise staff and visit