Communications and Partnership Officer

Volunteering

Overview

Provide dedicated support to WHO communications in Seychelles.

You have:

• Experience in communications, media, public relations, or advocacy.
• Strong writing, editing, and reporting skills.
• Experience managing social media and digital communication platforms.
• Ability to produce clear and engaging communication materials.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and digital tools.
• Experience in the public health or development sector or United Nations (UN) settings.
• Experience in multimedia content creation (graphics, photos, videos).
• Familiarity with communication for development approaches.
• Skills in photography, video, or basic graphic design.

Contract

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There is an increasing need to improve communication, documentation of results, and visibility of WHO-supported activities in Seychelles. Building on previous experience, the Country Office requires dedicated support to ensure consistent messaging, timely dissemination of information, and stronger engagement with partners, media, and the public. This assignment provides a structured learning opportunity for an early-career communications professional to develop practical experience in health communications within a United Nations setting, under the close supervision of the WHO Representative.

Under the direct supervision of the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative (or designated supervisor), the UN Volunteer will:

• Contribute to the implementation of the WHO Country Office communications plan, in coordination with the WHO Regional Office for Africa (AFRO). • Manage WHO Seychelles social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, X), including drafting and publishing content in line with WHO guidelines. • Draft communication materials such as human-interest stories, press releases, newsletters, and web updates. • Monitor media coverage regularly and prepare summary reports for the Country Office. • Maintain and update the Country Office photo and video database, ensuring proper archiving and accessibility of materials. • Support documentation of WHO-supported activities, including field missions and events. • Coordinate with external service providers (photographers, videographers, designers) for the production of communication materials. • Support the organization of public events, including coordination with partners and media engagement. • Contribute to joint communication initiatives with UN agencies and the Ministry of Health. • Support preparation of reports, briefs, and other visibility materials. • Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Planning and organizing • Professionalism • Teamwork • Communication and interpersonal skills

Mandatory: • Experience in communications, media, public relations, or advocacy. • Strong writing, editing, and reporting skills. • Experience managing social media and digital communication platforms. • Ability to produce clear and engaging communication materials. • Good interpersonal and teamwork skills. • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines. • Proficiency in MS Office and digital tools.

Desirable: • Experience in the public health or development sector or United Nations (UN) settings. • Experience in multimedia content creation (graphics, photos, videos). • Familiarity with communication for development approaches. • Skills in photography, video, or basic graphic design.

Applicants who do not fully meet the minimum professional experience requirements for a UN Volunteer ‘Specialist’ assignment are still encouraged to apply; if selected, they may be recruited under the Conditions of Service applicable to UN Volunteer ‘Associate’ assignments.

Seychelles offers a stable and secure working environment with access to essential services such as healthcare, banking, and telecommunications. Port Victoria provides a comfortable living standard, although the cost of living is relatively high due to its island context. The duty station offers a unique and enriching multicultural experience within a small island developing state, requiring adaptability and strong cultural awareness.

You may check the full benefits and allowances applicable to the duty station using the UVP calculator: https://app.unv.org/calculator The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://app.unv.org/explore

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