Communication and Visibility Analyst (retainer)

Support communication plans and produce materials for project visibility.

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Overview

Support communication plans and produce materials for project visibility.

You have:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Administration, Management, International Development, Social Sciences, Public Relations, or related field is required.
  • Advanced university degree (Master degree or equivalent) in the above-mentioned disciplines or related field is desired and may substitute some of the required years of experience.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in communications and visibility roles is required.
  • Familiarity with donor visibility guidelines is an asset.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.
  • Knowledge of UN policies, procedures, and operations is an asset, and experience of working in the UN/International Organization is desired.
  • Experience in working with the G-Suite platform including, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides is desired.

Contract

This is a IICA-1 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 2 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-1 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

A communications Consultant at UNOPS is responsible for supporting the implementation of communication plans to support project goals, creating various communication materials, including social media plans and content and ensuring the visibility of UNOPS work. They also play a key role in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of communication efforts as needed.

Functional Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the implementation of projects’ communication plans through:

  • Assisting in ensuring that donor visibility and communication requirements are met.
  • Managing a content calendar for various communication channels.
  • Producing visibility material in line with the communications’ plans.

2. Creating Communication Materials:

  • Collecting relevant data and updates and producing and/or supporting the design of the visibility material.
  • Writing and producing various communication materials, including: Media release, onsite visibility material, news stories, projects and countries’ profiles,
  • Gathering information from various sources to assess news values and potential impact
  • Developing layouts and graphic design for various communication materials.

3. Creating social media content

  • Collecting relevant data and updates for the production material for promoting on social media
  • Developing bi-weekly social media plan
  • Monitoring and evaluating UNOPS MR, Yemen and Jordan X accounts performance and suggesting improvements once a month

4. Monitoring and Evaluation:

  • Evaluating the effectiveness and impact of external communication activities.
  • Tracking, researching, and analyzing information on assigned topics/issues.

5. Other Responsibilities:

  • Identifying and proposing information opportunities and activities.
  • Ensuring compliance with UNOPS visibility requirements and professional standards.
  • Contributing to the development of website content and online resources.
  • Keep the Hub library up-to-date through collecting projects’ visibility material
  1. Monitoring and Progress Control.

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

a. Education

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, Public Administration, Management, International Development, Social Sciences, Public Relations,or related field is required.
  • Advanced university degree (Master degree or equivalent) in the above-mentioned disciplines or related field is desired and may substitute some of the required years of experience.

b. Work Experience

A minimum of 2 years of experience (or less depending on academic credentials) of relevant work experience in communications and visibility roles.

● Familiarity with donor visibility guidelines is an asset.

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (knowledge of Arabic is an asset).

● Knowledge of UN policies, procedures, and operations is an asset, and experience of working in the UN/ International Organization is desired.

● Experience in working with the G-Suite platform including, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Sheets, Docs, and Slides is desired

c. Key Competencies

(Technical knowledge, skills, managerial competencies or other personal competencies relevant to the performance of the assignment. Clearly distinguish between required and desired competencies)

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: International Individual Contractual Agreement (IICA) - Retainer Contract level: IICA-1 Contract duration: One Year Retainer Contract (180 Days).

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a successful communication project you managed? The interviewer wants to assess your experience in managing communication initiatives. Provide specific examples that highlight your role and the project's impact.
How do you ensure that donor visibility requirements are met? The interviewer is looking for your understanding of donor expectations in communication. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with social media planning and execution. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you evaluate the effectiveness of a communication strategy? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to create impactful visual content? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you've adapted to a fast-paced environment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle conflicting priorities in your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to stay updated on industry trends? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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