Communication Associate
Support UN's communication and visibility initiatives.
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Overview
Support UN's communication and visibility initiatives.
You have:
- Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience with social media management and analytics tools.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural setting.
- Demonstrated creativity.
Contract
This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.
This UNV assignment strengthens the RCO’s communication and visibility initiatives by integrating communications and graphic design functions. The Communications Associate will support the RCO Communications team in making the UN's contributions toward sustainable development more visible. The role will engage with various stakeholders, including the UN Communication Group (UNCG) and UN agencies, ensuring cohesive and impactful communication efforts.
Under the overall guidance of the Head of UNRCO, and under the direct supervision of the National Information Officer, RCO Communication unit, the Communications Associate will:
Content Creation and Management
• Develop engaging content, including social media posts, articles, and press releases, to highlight the UN's development activities in Tanzania. • Document UN initiatives and events through high-quality photography, videography, and visual storytelling. • Collect, draft and edit materials for newsletters, web stories, reports, and brochures. • Manage all content for the UN Tanzania website and social media platforms.
Graphic Design and Layout • Design and produce various communication materials such as banners, posters, booklets, reports, newsletters, leaflets, and presentations, and social media posts. • Ensure that all designs adhere to UN branding guidelines, enhancing the visibility and accessibility of content.
Media Monitoring and Reporting • Monitor media coverage relevant to the UN's work in Tanzania, compiling regular summaries for the RCO Communications team. • Support monitoring and compilation of national news related to the SDGs, official development assistance, and other relevant topics. • Track trends in public perception and engagement related to UN initiatives and programs, offering insights to enhance communication strategies. • Assist in developing reports on communication reach and impact, gathering metrics from social media, media outlets, and event engagement. • Perform any other duties as required.
• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management
communications, media, graphic design, experience with social media management and photojournalism is desirable. • Skills: Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), social media tools including analytics, and content management systems/software; photo editing skills desirable.
• Additional Requirements: Demonstrated creativity, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural setting.
Tanzania is a stable and peaceful lower-middle-income country. Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's commercial capital and contains high concentrations of trade and other services and manufacturing compared to other parts of Tanzania, which has about 80 percent of its population in rural areas.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to create engaging content for social media? | This question assesses your content creation skills and creativity. | Highlight your approach and the impact it had on engagement. |
| How do you ensure your designs adhere to branding guidelines? | This question evaluates your understanding of branding and design standards. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a project where you had to collaborate with diverse teams. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to monitor media coverage effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you discuss a time when you adapted your communication strategy based on feedback? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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