Communications Specialist – Disability Inclusion

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.

The External Relations and Communications Section (ERCS) builds and nurtures corporate donor relations, strategically leads the donor resource mobilization platform and conducts coherent communication efforts to highlight the value of volunteerism for peace and development and the contributions of UNV and UN Volunteers. ERCS leads and manages UNV's corporate strategic partnership relations and alliances with Member States, intergovernmental, non-governmental organizations, financial institutions, civil society, academia, media and the private sector to promote UNV's mandate and initiatives, raise awareness and stimulate action to advance UNV's global agenda and resource mobilization. With a view to promoting and advancing public understanding, ERCS leads the development of advocacy, information and promotional materials, publications, websites, social media networks and other innovative means of communication. The Communications Specialist - Disability Inclusion will work on communications products that recognize and celebrate the efforts, challenges and achievements of volunteers with disabilities in the United Nations.

Under the supervision of the Communications Specialist/Web Manager in the External Relations and Communications Section, the UNV Communications Specialist - Disability Inclusion will: 1. Write, edit and proofread impact stories for a dedicated online site recognizing the achievements of the volunteers with disabilities in the United Nations. 2. Gather testimonials from UN and other partners on disability inclusion. 3. Source and caption visual or audio content to accompany the impact stories. 4. Support the development of a longer-term editorial plan to populate the dedicated online site regularly. 5. Support consultations with advisory groups to ensure inclusiveness and disability etiquette. 6. Provide guidance and support on accessibility in line with international standards, e.g. Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG2). 7. Perform any other duties as required by the External Relations and Communications Section

Result Expected:

Enhanced engagement with the target audiences. Enhanced visibility of UN Volunteers with disabilities. Strengthened disability-inclusive content production in various formats. Number of innovative visibility materials and publications designed and produced Improved awareness about UNV and volunteerism through outreach and communications campaigns.

Professionalism Integrity: Teamwork and respect for diversity: Planning and organizing: Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary. Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UN Volunteers Programme’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

communications, marketing, disability, advocacy, accessibility, social media, or related field.

 Proven experience in disability advocacy and content production in various formats – such as audio, video and print.

 Ability to write and speak professionally in English.

 Knowledge of the WCAG Accessibility guidelines. Desired experience:

 Good grasp of social media management and digital media in a professional setting- news sites, websites, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and social media analytics,

 Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions.

 Previous experience as a volunteer and/or knowledge of another culture, (i.e., studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Türkiye is an upper middle-income country, with highly urbanized cities and well-developed infrastructure systems. Most of Turkey is assessed to be at security level 1-Minimal. Security level 2 Low applies to Ankara and Istanbul. Seismic activity remains one of the primary hazards in Türkiye. Türkiye’s population of nearly 81 million is almost entirely Muslim. Turkish is the official language. English predominates as a second language.

The post will be located in Istanbul, which has a population of around 15M people and straddles the European and Asian continents. Istanbul is a UN Hub for the Europe and Central Asia Regional Offices of several UN agencies, including UNDP, UNFPA, UN Women among others. There is a lively and large group of international community. Istanbul International Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport have direct connections with all European, Central Asian and global cities. Istanbul provides modern services and entertainment opportunities and an elaborate medical services system. Healthcare is exceptionally good with various public and private hospitals with experienced doctors and medical staff, some of whom speak English. No specific vaccination is required to enter Türkiye. Considering the rapidly changing pandemic situation in Istanbul, travellers should consult the receiving entity or the partner UN Agency, or UNDSS about the latest travel requirements/restrictions. https://www.unv.org