Daily Media Monitoring, Geopolitical and Security - North and Central America
Assist UNDP security risk management by producing daily media reports.
Overview
Assist UNDP security risk management by producing daily media reports.
You have:
- Proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Ability to synthesize information from various sources into concise reports.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Access to reliable internet connectivity.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Proven motivation and interest in the fields of security and international affairs.
Contract
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The goal of the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) is to enable the activities of UNSMS organisations, including UNDP, within acceptable levels of security risk.
The UN Security Risk Management (SRM) process is a United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) tool to identify, analyse and manage safety and security risks to United Nations personnel, assets and operations.
The goal of the assignment is to assist the ongoing security risk management process aimed at enabling the delivery of UNDP programmes in the region. This will be done by producing comprehensive daily reports of geopolitical, security and safety developments from open-media sources. There is no set start date for this online assignment, but once selected, the candidate is expected to start as soon as possible.
The UNDP Regional Security Advisor´s Office in Panama is seeking Online Volunteers to support the monitoring of open-media sources in North and Central America. More specifically, Central America and Mexico. The volunteer will produce daily open-media reports covering geopolitical, security, and safety-related news in English.
Under the immediate supervision of the UNDP Regional Security Advisor based in Panama, the Online Volunteers will perform:
Daily Media Monitoring:
Produce daily media monitoring reports focusing on North and Central America. Submit reports by 12 PM GMT-5 from Monday to Friday. Ensure that reports cover significant geopolitical events, security incidents, and safety-related news relevant to the region.
Weekly Feedback Sessions:
Participate in a weekly online meeting with the supervisor to discuss progress, receive feedback, and address any relevant matters. Coordinate the exact time and date of meetings based on mutual availability.
Research and Source Utilization:
Utilize local open-media sources, including newspapers, online articles, and other publications in local languages. Ensure that information is accurate, reliable, and sourced from credible outlets.
Language Skills:
Proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
Technical Skills:
Strong research and analytical skills. Ability to synthesize information from various sources into concise reports. Familiarity with the geopolitical landscape, culture, and current events of North and Central America.
Communication Skills:
Excellent written communication skills. Ability to present information clearly and logically.
Other Requirements:
Proven motivation and interest in the fields of security and international affairs. Access to reliable internet connectivity. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with media monitoring and reporting in geopolitical contexts? | This question assesses your practical experience related to the role's responsibilities. | Provide specific examples of your previous work in media monitoring or similar roles. |
| How do you ensure that the information you gather is accurate and reliable? | The interviewer wants to understand your research methods and credibility assessment. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to synthesize large amounts of information into a concise report. What approach did you take? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools or methods do you use to stay updated on geopolitical events? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle conflicting information from different media sources? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a significant geopolitical event you recently reported on? How did you approach it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to work in the field of security and international affairs? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when producing daily reports under tight deadlines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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