Communication Specialist, Baghdad, Iraq, P3

Overview

Lead implementation of communication strategy for UNFPA in Iraq

You have:

• Advanced University degree in media relations, journalism, publishing, or social sciences
• 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy
• Fluency in Arabic and English is required

Contract

This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 97,268 USD and 127,364 USD.

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The Position:

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Representative, the Communications Specialist plays a leading role in internal and external information and communication. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with the Country Office programme staff, the UN system, government counterparts, development partners and civil society organizations to ensure internal and external flow of communication and to strengthen partnership. The Communications Specialist will be located in Baghdad, Iraq, with frequent travel to other parts of Iraq.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s new strategic plan (2022-2025), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

The incumbent will be responsible to strengthen the information flow and visibility of UNFPA’s assistance by leading the implementation of the communication strategy of the Country Office.

Qualifications and Experience

Education:

• Advanced University degree in media relations, journalism, publishing, or social sciences

Knowledge and Experience:

• 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy.
• Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful
• Excellent media contacts and proven success pitching stories to media outlets;
• Excellent research and writing skills, with experience writing reports, newsletters and program updates, video production and developing web content
• Experience in covering stories on population in humanitarian situations and other social services
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages

Languages:

Fluency in Arabic and English is required

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