Communications Officer

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.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. Across more than 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, to build a better world for everyone. For more information about UNICEF in Bangladesh, please visit https://www.unicef.org/bangladesh.

Under the direct supervision of Communication Specialist, Communication Section, UNICEF Bangladesh the national UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

Communication materials: Produce communication products and materials in support of country communication strategy, regional and global campaigns and priorities.

Media relations and advocacy: Assist in developing, drafting and maintaining contact information, materials and relationships with journalists and media outlets covering all media print, TV, radio, web etc. in the country, to communicate the story of UNICEF's cooperation to a wider audience.

Support management of child advocacy activations (volunteers, child journalists and child parliamentarians); parliamentary briefings (standing committees and/or caucus); and volunteer initiative.

Monitoring and evaluation: Undertake regular monitoring and evaluation activities according to the work plan to ensure maximum impact and continuous improvement of country communication efforts. Prepare results and reports and share on a timely basis.

Results/Expected Output:

• Communication products and materials produced in support of country communication strategy, regional and global campaigns and priorities. • Media contact information, materials and relationships with journalists and media outlets covering all media print, TV, radio, web etc. in the country developed and maintained. • Child advocacy activations (volunteers, child journalists and child parliamentarians); parliamentary briefings (standing committees and/or caucus); and volunteer initiative supported significantly. • Regular monitoring and evaluation activities undertaken and shared according to the work plan. • A final statement of achievements during the assignment.

• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Building Trust • Client Orientation • Commitment and Motivation • Commitment to Continuous Learning • Communication • Ethics and Values • Integrity • Planning and Organizing • Professionalism • Respect for Diversity • Working in Teams

experience related to communication, the media, advocacy or related field.

• Strong organizational skills • Experience of working with digital platforms, including engagement platforms, is an asset.
• Experience of working with government and/or civil society groups is an asset. • Experience of social mobilization is an asset. • Knowledge of UNICEF’s work and issues related to child rights is an asset.

Dhaka is the centre of political, cultural and economic life in Bangladesh. Although its urban infrastructure is the most developed in the country, Dhaka suffers from urban problems such as pollution, lack of public transport and overpopulation. In recent decades, Dhaka has seen 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.

Historically, Bangladesh has been a safe country for internationals, but a series of security incidents since autumn 2015 have led to increased security measures for UN international staff and volunteers. While Dhaka is not categorized as a hardship station and a cessation of incidents is expected to lead to relaxation of security measures, the volunteer should be prepared for limitations in freedom of movement on foot, by public transport, and to certain locations.