Communications Specialist
Support senior leadership in strategic communications
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Overview
Support senior leadership in strategic communications
You have:
- University degree in communications, international relations or a related field is required.
- A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration or related area is required.
- Experience in writing speeches and other communications products is required.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Fluency in French is desired but not mandatory.
Result of Service - Proven leader in helping senior management succeed with internal and external communications that position them as thought-leaders, engage key audiences and fulfill their strategic communications objectives. - Delivery-based services.
Work Location New York
Expected duration 3 months
Duties and Responsibilities OCHA requires the services of a communications specialist consultant to support the senior leadership team to further raise the profile of humanitarian issues and deepen understanding of and commitment to the United Nations and OCHA’s mandate.
Under the supervision of the Chief of Media Relations Section and Spokesperson, the consultant will perform the following duties:
i. Research and draft speeches, op-eds, video messages, report forwards and leadership pieces for publication externally that support OCHA's mandate and programmatic work on various themes and other priorities. ii. Draft speeches for use by the USG, ASG and other senior OCHA officials in their engagement in key events with Member States and other external stakeholders; and revise content based on briefing materials and feedback through SCB. iii. Takes on other duties, as needed.
Qualifications/special skills University degree in communications, international relations or a related field is required. A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration or related area is required. Experience in writing speeches and other communications products is required.
Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required.
No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a successful communications campaign that you led? | The interviewer wants to see your experience and impact in communications. | Discuss specific examples, emphasizing measurable outcomes. |
| How do you approach drafting a speech for a senior leader? | The interviewer is assessing your process and understanding of tone and messaging. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell me about a time when your communication strategy didn't go as planned. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure that your communications are aligned with an organization's strategic objectives? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What role do you believe communications play in organizational success? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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