External Vacancy Announcement

No. WFP/GHA/ACC/COMMS/OCTOBER/2022

COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE

Deadline for Application: 10 days from day of publication

The office of the United Nations World Food Programme invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the vacancy below.

Job Title : Communications Associate (Digital and Multimedia)

Duration : 1 year (Renewable)

Post Grade : G6

Duty Station : Accra

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the overall supervision of the Country Director, and direct supervision of the Partnerships and Communications Officer, in Accra; the Communications Associate will be expected to perform the following duties:

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform specialized communications processes and activities, to support the development, preparation, execution and dissemination of social media campaigns for target audiences.
2. Produce high-quality video, film, photographic and radio material or provide coordination support to ensure the timely and effective delivery of such materials. Manage the storage and distribution of audio/visual materials in accordance with relevant policies.
3. Design and implement a strategy and prepare content for use on social media platforms and networks, and printed materials, to enhance coverage and support of WFP’s activities, ensuring consistency with corporate messages.
4. Monitor traditional and social media, and report relevant information to senior staff to inform the development and/or evaluation of communications activities and strategies.
5. Conduct research, prepare reports and provide data that enables informed decision-making on social media trends and opportunities.
6. Serve as an information focal point, support and/or coordinate traditional and social media coverage of events to optimize publicity of WFP’s activities.
7. Implement improvements to communications methods and practices, to contribute to a better flow of information about WFP’s work to the media and stakeholders.
8. Distribute and promote communications guidelines for WFP staff to refer to when creating content.
9. Define and implement a strategy for digital platforms, especially Twitter, FaceBook and YouTube.
10. Produce content for brand building visibility and publications.
11. Perform any other duties as provided from time to time.

Minimum Academic Qualifications

Education: A University degree in Social Sciences, Film and Video production, Journalism, Mass communication, or other field relevant to Communication and Digital and Multimedia.

A master’s degree and experience in any of the above fields is an added advantage.

Desired Experiences for Entry into the role:

A minimum of six years of professional experience relevant to Digital and Multimedia

Communication or in other related fields.

Language: Fluency and Good Command of the English language is essential

Applicants should submit their applications and CV stating 3 references online to: www1.wfp.org/careers/job.openings and follow the steps.

Qualified Female Candidates are encouraged to apply

People living with disability are also encouraged to apply

Only shortlisted candidates meeting the criteria will be contacted