Communication Associate

Volunteering Communications & PR

Overview

Provide communications advice and support to enhance UNODC Pacific's strategic communication capabilities.

You have:

• Demonstrated interest or experience in social media.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in journalism.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in governance.
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.

Contract

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The Southeast Asia and the Pacific region continues to be affected by drugs and crime-related risks, including the expansion and evolution of transnational organized crime and terrorism. The Regional Programme for Southeast Asia and the Pacific 2022 – 2026 is designed to address both present and emerging needs within these regions, with the ultimate objective: the rule of law in Southeast Asia and the Pacific is secured and reinforced, and vulnerable groups and communities in the region are protected from drugs and crime. Over recent years, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Pacific office has experienced rapid expansion, both in terms of its portfolio, staff, and geographical reach. Its portfolio now encompasses anti-corruption, transnational organized crime, maritime crime, cybercrime, human trafficking, and environmental crimes. Drawing on regional expertise, it also leverages the knowledge and resources of its headquarters and regional office in areas such as terrorism, criminal justice, drug control, and rehabilitation. The work of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) contributes to the implementation of the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, developed by the Pacific Islands Forum leaders to provide common long-term approaches to critical challenges, including sustainable development and security. This is interlinked with the Boe Declaration on Regional Security and its Action Plan, endorsed by all the leaders of Pacific Island Countries, which highlights the complex nature of contemporary peace and security threats in the region, including transnational crime and cybersecurity, aiming to strengthen the Member States’ capacities and multilaterally address challenges. This UNV assignment is a key component of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Pacific's efforts to enhance its strategic communication capabilities, ensuring effective dissemination of information and greater visibility of its work across the region.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), UNODC Pacific Office, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • As part of a team, the youth volunteer will provide communications advice and support to the Programme advisors/officers in their respective capacities; • Develop clear and engaging external (web stories, social media content, etc.) and internal communications materials for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Pacific. • Support the planning and design of plans and initiatives for common communications, advocacy, and outreach initiatives, in line with the UN communication strategy; • Track, research, and analyze information on assigned topics/issues, gather information from diverse sources, and help to assess news value and other potential impact, as well as to evaluate the effectiveness of information campaigns; • Draft/compile a variety of information communications products for target audiences, to include press releases, media packets and reports, brochures, briefings, video clips, newsletters, websites, etc. • Contribute to securing the clearance of the products with the regional office, assist with the production and distribution of information material, and conduct photo and graphics research; • In consultation with other team members, identify and propose information opportunities, activities, and approaches, taking into account the situation/topic and target audience; • Assist in identifying key contacts/constituencies and opportunities for strategic partnerships to facilitate communication efforts and maintain working relationships with the same; • Provide ad hoc support to programme teams with the drafting and editing of reports, proposals, presentations, official communications, press releases, speeches, and articles.

☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Integrity ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Respect for Diversity

Demonstrated interest or experience in: • Social media
• Journalism • Governance • Transnational organized crime

Skills in: • Social media • Computer
• Interpersonal skills • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;

Fiji, one of the largest countries of the South Pacific region, has a relatively high level of human development and is one of the most developed economies in the region. After nearly a century as a British colony, Fiji became independent in 1970. Its multi-ethnic population, which numbers approximately 900,000, is growing slowly due to a moderately low level of fertility and a high level of emigration. The economy rests primarily on sugar production and tourism, but is becoming more diverse, with manufacturing now an important sector of employment. The unit of currency is the Fiji Dollar.

Fiji comprises approximately 330 islands, approximately a third of which being inhabited. Fiji covers about 1.3 million square kilometres of the South Pacific Ocean. The two major islands are Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. The capital city is Suva and is located on the south-eastern side of the main island of Viti Levu.

Fiji's population is made up of a mix of native Melanesian and Polynesian islanders, and a blend of Indian, European, Chinese, Rotuman and Rabi islanders, making it a rich and vibrant mix of cultures, sights, sounds and exotic island delicacies. English is spoken widely on the Island and it is the common language of communication, although the native indigenous Fijian language is spoken by many, as is the Hindi language.

Fiji enjoys a mild and stable climate most of the year, due to the large expanses of open water that surround its islands. The wet season extends from November to April, but rain falls throughout the year. Tropical cyclones can blow up between November and April, although they are rarely dangerous. Fiji enjoys year-round tropical temperatures of between 25-29 degrees with generally high humidity.

Suva, the capital of Fiji, has a population of approximately 141,000, and it is a multiracial and multicultural city. Suva is the largest city in the entire of the region. It has reasonably modern facilities, including two large hospitals, sporting facilities, restaurants and supermarkets. Modest accommodation is readily available in Suva, but the availability of small apartments is limited. The public transport is relatively good: local buses run every day of the week, and taxis are affordable.

Fiji, along with many other Pacific islands, is known for being one of the friendliest nations in the world. However, security precautions should be taken at all times. Suva is a safe city, where common sense goes a long way in avoiding risks such as pickpockets and house burglaries

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