Communication Specialist

Volunteering

Overview

Plan, design, and implement communication strategies for UNDP initiatives

You have:

• Master degree or equivalent in a relevant area, e.g. media relations, journalism, publishing
• 24 months of experience in a related field
• Fluent in English
• Valid national driver's license
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Resident Representative or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will:

• Plan and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach.
• Implement publication strategy and plan.
• Supervise the design and maintenance the UNDP website, intranet CO web-based knowledge management system.
• Provide support to business development
• Facilitate knowledge building and knowledge sharing.
• Effective management of the Communications Office and supervision of Communication staff.

1. Ensure planning and design of internal and external strategies for communication and outreach focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Preparation and conduct of communication needs assessments for the CO (Projects, country programme and coo=prorate change initiatives etc.)

• Drafting/editing of CO communications and outreach strategy based on the corporate communications strategy.

• Analyse requirements and synthesis of proposals on ways to integrate advocacy and communication strategies into all aspects of UNDPs development programme during programme formulations.

1. Ensure Implementation of the CO publications strategy and plan focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Implementation of the CO publications strategy and plan based o the corporate publications policy.

• Identification of storylines for publications and drafting of substantive articles contributing to debates on key development issues.

• Coordination and management of CO publication activities such as content management, norms for publishing, design etc.

• Contact with printers and other suppliers to ensure production and ensure publication dissemination.

1. Supervision of the design and maintenance of the UNDP’S website, intranet, CO web-based knowledge management system focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Supervision of the design and maintenance of the office web sites based on corporate requirements in cooperation with the ICT staff.
• Preparation of the content for the websites to ensure consistency of the materials.

1. Support the business development focusing on achievement of the following results:

Launches and campaigns

• Promotion and maintenance of public information campaigns on UNDP activities, UN Reform. Results of MDGs in association with others.
• Promotion and dissemination of corporate advocacy materials for launching flagship initiatives and publications such as the Human Development Report.

• Packaging and submission of programme initiatives for donor review in collaboration with programme staff and supervisor.

• Maintenance of increased coverage and understanding of UNDP’s work in the country or practice area through regular media contacts and provision of newsworthy information to national public and where possible donors.

• Organization of roundtable discussions, press conferences, briefing sessions, interviews, launches etc.
• Forging of a “one UN “image through publicizing the significance of local UN reform efforts, joint programmes, common services.
• Organization and implementation of joint UN information campaigns (UN Day, World Aids Day, IVD etc)
• Ensure access for journalists to subject matter experts.
• Drafting/production of regular newsletter to donors.
• Preparation of donor reports. Civil education and community awareness where appropriate to support projects.

Public Information

• Effective responses to inquiries for public information materials.

1. Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achieving of the following results:

• Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country goals and activities.
• Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice including corporate communications.
• Provision of training, consultancy and advice to UNDP staff on communication for development.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required degree level:

Master degree or equivalent

Education - Additional Comments:

• Advanced higher degree (Master’s or equivalent) in a relevant area, e.g media relations, journalism publishing Previous experience with a multilateral or International organization is helpful but not mandatory. Experience in the usage of Computers and office software packages, good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Required experience:

24 Months

Experience remark:

• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;

• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;

• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;

• 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;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Desirable: valid national driver’s license and proven ability to drive manual gear 4x4 over rough terrain; (if not applicable, delete)
• Sound security awareness;
• Have affinity with or interest in Communications volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Language skills:

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise:

Journalism, mass media and broadcasting, Public information and reporting, Other communications related experience

Driving license:

Yes

Competencies values:

Accountability, Client Orientation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Technological Awareness, Working in Teams

Application procedure:

EN

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Application deadline: 06-06-2021

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