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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Bangkok Job Family: Public Information Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Bangkok Time): 02-JAN-2024 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- The Communications and Public Engagement (CPE) Team helps shape the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok (UNESCO Bangkok)’s public image and raise the organization’s visibility in the region through media and communications outreach, publications, office website and social media. CPE supports the communications goals of all teams across the organization’s areas of competence in the region. The team works with programme sections/teams to prepare overall communications strategies, develop messaging and communication goals and implement strategies through appropriate media. As a central service team in communications, CPE fields regular requests from director and colleagues for communications-related support around initiatives, publications, campaigns and others. CPE also oversees the UNESCO Bangkok website and social media channels, ensuring that content is engaging for all of UNESCO’s stakeholders, including external audiences. WORK ASSIGNMENT --------------- **WORK ASSIGNMENT:** Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok and as a member of the CPE Team, the Individual Specialist shall develop communication materials to enhance UNESCO’s visibility in the region. The Individual Specialist shall specifically perform the following tasks: - Write public information materials including feature articles and recap of events in English and Thai for dissemination on UNESCO channels as well as both traditional and new media such as printed material, website, social media, in a journalistic style and in coordination with programme staff; - Translate the aforementioned public information materials from English to Thai and vice versa, edit and proofread translation work by other colleagues for quality control; - Monitor media coverage and submit monthly reports on UNESCO’s visibility; assist in production of CPE Monitoring Report and Newsletter, proposing strategies to achieve better visibility and impact; - Develop and assist in production of office-wide outreach products such as video, infographics, brochure, poster including script writing and storyboard drafting; - Collaborate with CPE team members to ensure optimal use of communication channels to advance communication objectives, assist the team in gathering materials and information for communications and outreach purposes; - Provide support for media and communication, assist in events for communications and outreach purposes including press events and exhibitions; and - Undertake additional tasks assigned by the Regional Director of UNESCO Bangkok when required. Expected Deliverables Long Description -------------------------------------- Monthly deliverables: - Monthly report of media coverage monitoring and completed work (including number of written and translated words) In line with UNESCO's overall gender mainstreaming strategy, the Individual Specialist is expected to integrate a gender perspective in all activities and apply gender analysis and mainstreaming concepts whenever feasible. The individual specialist will work within the UNESCO Bangkok office. **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIfiCATIONS** -------------------------- **Education** - Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in communications, journalism, or any area realted to UNESCO's competencies and expertise. **Work Experience** - Minimum two years of professional experience in communications, public relations, journalism, translation, content creation or a related discipline. **Skills/Competencies** - Excellent English and Thai writing and communication skills (oral and written), especially interviewing and writing for mainstream media. - Experience working within the UN system/familiarity with UNESCO’s mandate/relationship with the Member States and stakeholders as well as the UN approach to communications. **Languages** - Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English and Thai **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** - Familiarity with UNESCO's programmes, structure and priorities. **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- Interested candidates should click on “Apply Now” and download and complete the Employment History form (Word document). Prior to uploading the documents, at the end of the word document, please insert with the following required information. - An up-to-date CV stating details of educational qualifications, work experience, including prior experience of similar work; - A statement indicating how your qualification and experience make you suitable for the assignment; - A brief proposal (1-2 pages) discussing the approach/methodology to undertake the assignment; - A list of past similar work (past publications, materials written or coordinated) with hyperlinks to access such works if they are available online or samples of the work if they are only available offline. **Note: The application is online. If you are unable to attach the requirements in the system, please inform us at** **** **ASSESSMENT** -------------- - Only applications providing the information requested in the application procedure will be considered. - Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO applies a zero tolerance policy against all forms of harassment UNESCO is committed to promoting geographical distribution ([last update](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution)) and gender equality within its Secretariat. Therefore, women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, as well as nationals from non- and under-represented Member States. Persons with disabilities are also encouraged to apply. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.