COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (Design and Multimedia)
Contract
This is a P-4 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 7 years of experience, depending on education.
Salary
The salary for this job should be between 176,027 USD and 226,950 USD.
Salary for a P-4 contract in Geneva
The international rate of 90,970 USD, with an additional 93.5% (post adjustment) at this the location, applies. Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.Please keep in mind that the salary displayed here is an estimation by UN Talent based on the location and the type of contract. It may vary depending on the organization. The recruiter should be able to inform you about the exact salary range. In case the job description contains another salary information, please refer to this one.
More about P-4 contracts and their salaries.Org. Setting and Reporting This temporary position is located in the Office of the Director, Division of Conference Management, Department for General Assembly and Conference Management, United Nations Office at Geneva. The incumbent reports directly to the Director and works in close collaboration with the Special Assistant to the Director, Executive Officer and the Chiefs of Services.
Responsibilities Within delegated authority and in accordance with agreed priorities, the Communications Officer (Design and Multimedia) will be responsible for the following duties:
COMMUNICATION STRATEGY: Develops and manages the digital strategy across electronic platforms. Takes the lead in strategy, planning, development and implementation of communications campaigns and outreach activities to increase awareness of DGACM Geneva. Develops and monitors an overall DGACM Geneva outreach and communications strategy in close collaboration with relevant parts of the Office. Cultivates and supports communication with DGACM Geneva clients and end users to maximize impact of promotional objectives. Advises and provides guidance to all DGACM Geneva Services on how to ensure that their work and activities are communicated and used effectively across the Office; Acts as a resource and adviser for DGACM management on outreach and internal communications related to the Conference Today and Tomorrow 2 including preparation and maintenance of publicly accessible information materials on the ‘CTT-2’ event.
COMMUNICATION CHANNELS: Continuously reviews DGACM communication channels and digital products and identifies areas for improvement, increased functionality, better technical performance and greater user- friendliness. Collaborates with relevant parts of the Office on innovative systems and tools for outreach and communication campaigns; explores options for additional offline and online tools (including video and social networking tools). In close collaboration with The Design and Multimedia Unit, prepares and oversees preparation of a diverse range of innovative information communications products such as landing web pages, multimedia presentations, virtual reality experiences, promotional videos, explainers and social media stories. Contributes to the organizational social media activities through close collaboration with social media focal points in UNOG and DGACM New York; curates and creates relevant and engaging content, telling a story consistent with the organizational objectives. Identifies and visualizes relevant data in innovative ways through a narrative using appropriate digital tools. Collaborates with the UN Geneva Website Editorial Board and co-manage existing DGACM Geneva webpages to ensure compliance with the organizational positioning and objectives and creative storytelling. Develops methods for enhancing quality use of email communications within the DGACM Office.
ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING: Acts as a first point-of-contact for DGACM communication inquiries and requests for advice. Advises and supports relevant parts of the Office on steps to ensure DGACM effective communications – including the development and maintenance of strategic products and materials. In collaboration with UNOG focal point for communication, supports the DGACM Office in the development, dissemination, implementation and review of guidance for DGACM internal communication. Stays up-to-the date with the latest trends, best practices and tools in the field of digital communications.
EVENT PLANNING: Supports the planning and execution of internal DGACM Geneva events, such as commemorations, social gathering or open days organized by the DGACM Geneva Director. Researches and proposes ideas for promotional events and trainings that would increase the visibility of DGACM Geneva. Represents DGACM Geneva in meetings and conferences, makes presentation to groups on the division’s activities.
Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of strategy and guidelines for internal communications and the production of innovative platforms for the promotion of internal communication in an organization; is able to monitor the effectiveness of the tools for the internal communication and make necessary adjustments to achieve results; Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box"; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations or a related area is required. Experience in working with digital communication and production tools (Adobe Premier, Adobe XD, Adobe InDesign and Final Cut), and multimedia is required. Experience in working in large international organizations is desirable. Experience in event management, as well as in writing for a variety of audiences, is desirable. Experience in newswriting and news producing is desirable.
Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English and knowledge of French are required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is desirable.
Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice - This position is temporarily available as soon as possible until 31 December 2021, with a possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.
This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15.
Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.
Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as "retirement." Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
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The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.
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