Digital Communications Associate (Kyiv)

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.

Since the start of the large-scale military invasion of Russia to Ukraine in February 2022, UNFPA implements a comprehensive nationwide Humanitarian Response Plan to provide lifesaving GBV and SRH services to women and girls across Ukraine. Through its Gender-Based Violence in Emergency (GBViE) Programme, UNFPA contributes to improving protection and security of women and girls, and thus, their willingness to participate in community life, including in war-affected communities. Women’s engagement and empowerment in community dialogue, including in displacement, is essential for laying a strong foundation for recovery and sustainable peace and development.

UNFPA is seeking highly motivated candidates that share our passion of making a sound contribution to creating a Ukrainian society free from gender-based violence. We need strong professionals who are innovative, committed to excellence and keen to transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results.

Within the delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Crisis Communications Specialist, the UNV Social Media and Community Engagement Specialist will work in collaboration with the Programme Analyst on Communications and Advocacy.

Their key responsibilities include:

1. Strategic Communication Planning

- Contribute to the development and execution of a social media strategy that supports UNFPA Ukraine’s communication strategy and humanitarian communications plan, targeting key stakeholders and the public. 2. Content Development and Management - Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) and webplatforms, and create a targeted content calendar. Produce engaging multimedia content that showcases UNFPA’s initiatives in Ukraine. - Work with field colelagues and communciations teams to produce rapid content and posting during emergency and crisis 3. Engagement and Outreach - Enhance audience engagement and partner collaboration on social media to amplify UNFPA’s message. - Coordiante with Regional and Headquarter offices for increased engagement. 4. Monitoring and Analytics - Track social media performance, analyze engagement, and adjust strategies based on analytics. 5. Visual and Multimedia Production - Create visual assets and social media kits for campaigns, ensuring they align with UNFPA’s branding and communication goals. 6. Additional Communications Support - Produce and disseminate key communications materials like infographics, newsletters, and press content. 7. Team Collaboration and Reporting - Participate in team meetings and report on social media activities and results to supervisors.

Professionalism Integrity Teamwork and respect for diversity Commitment to continuous learning Planning and organizing Good communication skills Flexibility

journalism, communications, social media, public relations or similar role, at the national and/or international level; * Excellent drafting, editing skills in Ukrainian and English; * Excellent oral and written skills; * Knowledge of different aspects of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to effective social media communication and engagement, as well as specific experience with social media management software such as Hootsuite, Buffer, Google Analytics, or Adobe Creative Suite. * Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions, responding fast to emergency situations. * Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major and complex social media strategies. * Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. * Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. * Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style. * Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. * Develops clear goals for social media reach that are consistent with agreed Communication and Country strategies; * Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), design and photo editing applications (Canva, Photoshop, etc), and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; * Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; * Sound security awareness and adherence to safety protocols. * Fluency in other UN language is an advantage

As it is a national UN Volunteer's assignment, the UN volunteer shall organize his/her accommodation by themselves.

Entitlements of National UN Volunteer

The contract lasts for the period indicated in the vacancy with the possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity, and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. This is a full-time contract.

Allowances: • Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA): A Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) USD 1587 (equivalent in UAH) is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities, and normal cost of living expenses. This includes Well-Being Differentials for the period while the ICSC applies hardship classification to duty stations in Ukraine as “E”. • USD 400 entry lump sum, one-time payment.

Medical and life insurance: • Medical insurance: The UN Volunteer and eligible PFU dependents will receive UNV provided medical insurance coverage. Coverage for UN Volunteers begins from the Commencement of Service and normally ceases one month after the last day of the UN Volunteer Contract date. • Life Insurance: UN Volunteers are covered by life insurance for the duration of the UN Volunteer assignment. If a UN Volunteer dies during the UN Volunteer assignment, the eligible designated beneficiaries will be entitled to receive a life insurance lump sum.

Leave entitlements: • Annual leave:  UN Volunteers accrue an entitlement to 2.5 days of Annual Leave per completed month of the UN Volunteer assignment. Unused accrued Annual Leave up to a maximum of 30 days is carried over in case of a contract extension within the same UN Volunteer assignment. Unused accrued Annual Leave may not be carried over in case of reassignment or a new assignment. • Learning leave: Subject to supervisor approval and exigencies of service, UN Volunteers may request up to ten working days of Learning Leave per consecutive 12 months of the UN Volunteer assignment, starting with the Commencement of Service date, provided the Learning Leave is used within the contract period. • Certified Sick Leave: UN Volunteers are entitled to up to 30 days of certified sick leave based on a 12-month cycle. This amount is reset every 12-month cycle. • Uncertified Sick Leave: UN Volunteers receive seven days of uncertified sick leave working days in a calendar year. This amount will be reset at the established interval period.