Communications Associate

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.

UNFPA Bangladesh includes strong networks with a diverse array of donors and implementing partners, and a robust relationship with the national/local media, which helps us to promote UNFPA’s mandate which is grounded in the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action to a wide audience in Bangladesh.

UNFPA Bangladesh is seeking the services of an International UN Volunteer (IUNV) to support the Country Office’s (CO) Communications Team in creating a wide variety of communications products to help UNFPA Bangladesh extend its reach both nationally and internationally.

The IUNV will work under the direct supervision of the National Communications Officer in close collaboration with the UNFPA’s Country Programme in Bangladesh to create consistent and high-quality social media posts, human interest stories, press releases, infographics and other communications materials that promote UNFPA’s operations in Bangladesh on sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender, adolescent and youth, humanitarian and population and development. They will partake in planning and executing social media campaigns relevant to UNFPA’s mandate in Bangladesh and lead the process of preparing a variety of publications for the Country Office, such as the Annual Report 2021 and the Transforming Lives booklet.

Furthermore, the IUNV will work in close collaboration with the Country Representative/Representative a.i. by drafting their talking points, speeches and presentations for different occasions.

The International Volunteer will bring a radically collaborative mindset to work in our creative, multicultural team environment. Skills that will serve you in this role are outstanding writing and editorial skills, the ability to efficiently produce content amidst tight deadlines, respect for diversity and the ability to adapt to working in different cultural contexts.

Under a direct supervision of the Communications officer in coordination with the Unit Chiefs of SRHR, Gender, PPR and A & Y, the International UN Volunteer will undertake the following but not limited to tasks: Data collection and information analysis: • Preparing social media posts, stories and publications in accordance with the targets set by the UNFPA Bangladesh Communications Team for each quarter • Possible participation on field missions to collect high-quality photographs and captivating human stories that highlight UNFPA’s work in Bangladesh • Leading the process of planning, creating and editing UNFPA Bangladesh’s Annual Report for 2022, Transforming Lives booklet and other potential publications • Supporting the Country Representative/Representative a.i, by drafting talking points, speeches and presentations • Support in-production of communications campaign materials in accordance with the CO’s communications plan and requests from the UNFPA Regional Office and Headquarters • Support the development of communications tools such as brochures, infographics, fact-sheets, multi-media assets etc.; • Support research on specific themes relating to the mandate and work of UNFPA, particularly in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and Gender-based Violence (GBV); Adolescent and Youth (A&Y) and Humanitarian context. • Support in developing and managing social media campaigns on UNFPA’s issues. • Support media/news monitoring as and when required. • Support communications related priority-based work, as and when required.

• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Commitment and Motivation • Commitment to Continuous Learning • Communication • Creativity • Integrity • Judgement and Decision-making • Planning and Organizing • Professionalism • Respect for Diversity • Self-Management • Working in Teams

relevant professional experience in communications or journalism: • Strong interpretation and excellent writing skills in English; • Strong communications skills; • Excellent organizational skills; • Experience in producing high visibility corporate products; • Knowledge of UN terms, language and style; • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure. • Prior communication and knowledge management work experience with UN is considered a strong advantage • Graphics and layout • Proficient in computer applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint

Dhaka is located in central Bangladesh along the Buriganga River. Not only is it the capital city, but it is also the largest in the country. It is the centre of political, cultural, and economic life in Bangladesh. The official language is Bengali, while English is the working language of UN Agencies. In recent decades, Dhaka has seen the modernization of services, communications, and public works. The city is attracting large foreign investments and greater volumes of commerce and trade. It is also experiencing an increasing influx of people from across the nation; this has reportedly made Dhaka one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. Good English-speaking medical, dental services, and educational centres are available for internationals. Dhaka is connected to other cities by rail, road, and by air and internationals can move easily from one city to another.

Dhaka has venerable green spaces, including many gardens and parks, historical places, and nice restaurants. The weather is tropical - hot and very humid during the summer monsoon season (April-September) and drier and cooler in the winter (October-March).

Historically, Bangladesh has been a safe country for internationals so far. While Dhaka is not categorized as a hardship station, the volunteer should be prepared for limitations in freedom of movement on foot, by public transport, and to certain locations.