Beirut - Communications Associate SC7

Are you passionate about changing and improving the lives of millions of people world-wide? Are YOU up for a Life-Changing Experience? Do you want to be part of an International Humanitarian Organization with a very diverse workplace? If YES, this WFP job vacancy is the opportunity for you

Deadline for applications:

This Vacancy Announcement will close on 26 October 2022 at 11:59 PM, Rome Time.

Terms and conditions:

- This position is open to qualified Lebanese candidates ONLY

- Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

About WFP:

Assisting more than 90 million people in 83 countries each year, the World Food Program (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience.

As the international community has committed to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition by 2030, one in nine people worldwide still do not have enough to eat. Food and food-related assistance lie at the heart of the struggle to break the cycle of hunger and poverty.

In Lebanon, WFP works to support approximately 1,200,000 refugees through e-cards; 350,000 Lebanese through NPTP; 75,000 Syrian and Lebanese children through School Meals; and 400,000 Lebanese with in-kind assistance through the economic crisis response. With the goal of providing excellence in user service for the people we serve, WFP is looking for a Full Stack Web Developer to assist the team in their current development tasks, deliver well-documented maintainable code as well as implement corporate WFP solutions in Lebanon.

To know more about WFP’s mission, please check the below video:

https://www.facebook.com/WorldFoodProgramme/videos/10154930622760178/

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

Job Context:

The position will be based in Beirut Country Office. The incumbent will report directly to the Communications Officer and under the overall supervision of the Head of Partnerships and Communications in Beirut Country Office.

Job Purpose:

To provide specialized communications services including designing and launching digital campaigns, creating content and other services aimed at enhancing WFP’s visibility and reputation.

Duration of Assignment:

The Senior Communications Associate will be contracted for an initial term of 12 months. Contract may be extended based on business need and satisfactory performance.

Key Responsibilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

Within delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Communications Officer and the overall supervision of the Head of Partnerships and Communications, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Manage WFP Lebanon’s online presence and set a digital plan in place including establishing goals and identifying target audiences
• Oversee all content production for WFP’s social media platforms and website, and work closely with the Communications team to create a content calendar that covers all WFP Lebanon’s activities throughout the year
• Develop relatable and creative digital campaigns in coordination and with the support of the Communications team which best cover WFP’s assistance in the country and donor visibility
• Conduct research, suggest ideas, and support in ensuring the timely and effective delivery of video/film, photographic and radio projects that support and engage audiences in a meaningful manner
• Evaluate the effectiveness of digital campaigns and WFP Lebanon’s performance online using metrics through regularly produced insights on best practices and lessons learned
• Support different units to ensure full coverage of activities including donor visibility materials while also ensuring consistent messaging, quality control, and a coherent user experience across WFP digital platforms
• Monitor traditional and social media and report relevant information to inform the development and/or evaluation of communications activities and strategies
• Support the Communications team in the organising of media missions and donor visits to the field when needed and collecting content
• Work closely with colleagues to organise and execute special events including scheduling, planning, publicising, attending, and covering the events
• Manage the storage and distribution of audio-visual materials in accordance with relevant policies in an accurate and organised manner
• Maintain relationships with partners, internal and external stakeholders to provide an aligned and coherent service, and to identify opportunities to collaborate/integrate processes and activities
• Perform other related duties as required

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Completion of secondary school education. University degree in Journalism, Communications, International Relations, Public Relations, or another relevant field is a plus.

Experience: At least seven (7) years of relevant progressively responsible experience in communications, ideally within a humanitarian organization.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic languages.

DESIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Has demonstrated a sound understanding of communication techniques and activities and awareness of the socio-political context in which WFP operates in
• Has managed digital and social media platforms
• Has experience in utilising specialist communications techniques to enhance functional outputs
• Has liaised with third-party supplies to create content, manage work and/or organise events
• Has provided ad-hoc guidance to new and old staff members

Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.