Communication Specialist

Volunteering Medical & Health Communications & PR

Overview

Support WHO Azerbaijan in enhancing public health awareness via strategic communication.

You have:

• Experience in communication and/or public relations/information is required.
• Specifically experience in health communication and advocacy is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of communication strategies and methods.
• Proficient knowledge of social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram.
• Knowledge of graphic design software is an asset.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Integrity and professionalism.
• Respect for diversity and working in teams.

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.

We seek a dedicated Communication Specialist to support WHO Azerbaijan in enhancing public health awareness through strategic communication. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about digital media, social engagement, and content creation. The selected UN Volunteer will contribute to social media management, multimedia content production, and audience engagement initiatives.

Under the direct supervision of the WHO Communication Manager or their designated representative, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following duties:

• Assist in managing and updating WHO Azerbaijan’s social media accounts (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) to ensure timely and engaging content.
• Support the development, planning, and execution of social media campaigns aimed at increasing public awareness and engagement.
• Capture high-quality photos and videos at events, ensuring alignment with WHO branding and messaging.
• Monitor and respond to social media interactions, fostering meaningful engagement with audiences.
• Work closely with team members to coordinate communication and outreach activities effectively.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: - Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and actively participating in UNV activities. - Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; - Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
- Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; - Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers; - Be the focal point of WHO working with Online UN Volunteers on the purpose of mapping, data collection, researching, translation and proofreading etc. - Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

• Experience in communication and/or public relations/information is required.
• Specifically experience in health communication and advocacy is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of communication strategies and methods.
• Proficient knowledge of social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram, and any other platforms employed across the WHO European region.
• Desirable: Knowledge of graphic design software is an asset.

The UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.

Summary of UNV Entitlements for National UN Volunteer (Specialist): Paid in local currency • Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) is USD 1072.83 • Health, dental, life and dismemberment coverage by CIGNA. • One-time payment USD 400 for entry allowance to cover relocation and relevant expenses • USD 89.04 per month for exit allowance upon the satisfactory completion of service • Several learning opportunities

Azerbaijan is a country located in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia. The living conditions in Azerbaijan vary depending on factors such as urban or rural location, income level, and access to resources.

In urban areas, particularly in the capital city of Baku (where the position will be located), living conditions are generally considered to be modern and comfortable, with access to amenities such as good quality housing, healthcare, and education. The climate in Azerbaijan is generally temperate, with hot summers and cold winters. In the coastal areas, the climate is more humid, while the inland areas have a more arid climate.

Inclusivity statement United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Reasonable accommodation

WHO offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

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