Communications Assistant

Volunteering Legal Communications & PR

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.

The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Honduras was established in May 2015, following the signature of an agreement of cooperation between the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and the Government of Honduras. The Office has the mandate to monitor the observance of human rights, provide technical cooperation to the authorities of Honduras and to civil society on the formulation and implementation of policies and programs for the promotion and protection of human rights, and to inform publicly.

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Head of Office, and the direct supervision of the Unit’s coordinator, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

1.Gather information and report on the human rights situation in the country, including through contacts with other United Nations entities, State authorities, communities, and the media, including community and social media. 2.Support the registration, systematization and analysis of information on the human rights situation in the country, including the elaboration of a daily news digest and early warning alerts. 3.Contribute to the strategic positioning of OHCHR in the media, including through supporting the development and implementation of a communication strategy, institutional visibility plan, media campaigns, statements, communications and other documents related to the mandate of the Office. 4.Assistance in the preparation, verification of facts, editing and production of communication materials and professional media (media notices, press releases, press reviews, etc.) for diverse audiences and ensure their timely distribution. 5.Assistance in organizing OHCHR events, press events, managing requests for interviews with the Representative, and involvement with the media related to the work of OHCHR. 6.Capture, edit and prepare high quality photographs and videos of various activities and events, produce and edit graphic and audiovisual content, and design communication materials for digital and print/editorial purposes. 7.Closely coordinate with the thematic units of OHCHR-Honduras, UN entities in Honduras, other OHCHR presences in the region and at Headquarters, to ensure the timely development of high-quality communications materials.
8.Support the timely development of content and update of OHCHR digital platforms, including social media and website. 9.Continuously update the OHCHR internal communications information system, including photo bank, social media listings, captions, editorial publication, catalog and others. 10.Contribute to the development, elaboration, tracking and management of OHCHR promotional materials and publications.
11.Promote the consistency of policies, programmes and norms with international human rights standards and the application of gender perspective. 12.Support other tasks and perform related duties as required for the implementation of the OHCHR mandate.

•Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented. •Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. •Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities. •Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious work-in Accountability, Commitment and Motivation, Communication, Creativity, Professionalism.

journalism and/or communications is required. Human Rights knowledge at national and regional level is highly desirable. Experience in writing reports and official documents. Experience in the organization of public events (seminars, forums, round tables, etc.). Previous experience as a volunteer will be valued.

Honduras is a tropical country in the middle of Central America, bordered to the north with to Caribbean Sea, to the south with El Salvador, to the west with Guatemala and to the East with Nicaragua Climate varies significantly depending on altitude. Mid-altitude temperatures are fairly moderate with regular sunshine making temperatures climb from 15-20° C (59-68° F) to up around 28°C (low 82° F) during the middle of the day. Rainfall is quite low to moderate with a patchy wet season from May to October. Low-land and coastal regions experience less of a temperature range with warmer nights and slightly less rainfall. The threat against UN system staff members from political activity is considered low. The threat from common criminal elements is considered highly critical in certain areas of the country. Violent crime is a serious and growing problem, especially in certain zones of Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula, and to a less degree throughout the country. Pickpockets and purse-snatchers are prevalent in major cities at tourist sites, especially in pats of Comayagüela and the central market surroundings of Tegucigalpa. Visits to these areas should be avoided, especially after dark. Highway, road and street robberies, carjacking and assaults of pedestrians by armed thieves are still high. Roadblocks and demonstrations on the main highways and border countries customs offices have decreased. In the past, demonstrations have ended in street violence, requiring intervention by national police for which precaution is requested. Threats against the public transportation system by gangs have been reported in San Pedro Sula, supposedly related to Organized Crime, for which caution should be maintained at all times on the street. Visitors are specially advised to protect against mosquitoes bites in affected areas, due to insect borne diseases such as Malaria and Dengue Fever (both serious, potentially fatal diseases). In general, mosquitoes in Honduras are most bothersome from dusk to dawn, especially in the countryside. Other infectious diseases are common such as Diarrhea, Amoebic and food. Some specific health cares must be considered especially hygienic practices avoid eating in places where cleaning is not ensured and pay special attention to the hygiene of fruits and vegetables, wash fruits and vegetables carefully if you eat them raw or peel them before eating.

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