Digital Communications Officer

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.

Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Regional Programme Communications Specialist or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Digital Communications Officer will:

• Plans and facilitates printed & digital communication including UNDPAfrica’s web site, social media, intranet, CO web-based knowledge management system.

• Design and develop high quality flyers, publications, infographics, banners, roll ups and other graphic design products to support the Institute’s academic, research and policy dialogues activities.

• Develops and maintains external and internal digital communications platforms such as the UNDP/RSCA website, official UNDP social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, etc.), Intranet and on-line collaboration platforms, etc.
• Design of the office web sites based on corporate requirements in cooperation with the ICT staff.
• Plans and facilitates the development and implementation of a digital content strategy and contributes to the development of key communications and advocacy products (e.g. human-interest stories, multilingual and multimedia content, etc.).
• Supervision and preparation of the content for the website, monthly newsletter and social media platforms ensuring consistency of the materials.
• Conducts exercises exploring the applicability of new and emerging tools and techniques to digital communications and advocacy activities to reach a wider, younger audience.
• Monitor and evaluate the dissemination of advocacy and communication material to target audiences and impact of the same.
• Monitor and analyze media coverage in the region and share information with the RBA and BERA Communications.
• Draft and/or edit a range of materials, including press releases & advisories, news briefs, fact sheets, multimedia human interest stories for inclusion in media kits and further public outreach.
• Deliver creative and innovative products for print and web use.

Develop regional communications strategies, based on Regional Bureau objectives and incorporating the goals of the corporate communications strategy, and working closely with international media in the region:

• Develop and implement regional communications strategies based on the Regional Bureau objectives and in line with the corporate communications strategy;
• Monitor and measure the impact of the communication strategy and make adjustments accordingly.
• Prepare and conduct communications needs assessments for the regional bureau for in close consultation with the Regional Communications Specialist and Regional Programme Coordinator.
• Ensure the promotion and increased understanding of UNDP’s work in the region with special attention on results and impacts achieved.
• Integrate issue-based advocacy into the communications strategy around key priority areas in the region’s country offices.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required degree level:

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Education - Additional Comments:

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, digital communications, public relations, marketing, media relations, journalism, international relations or social science field.

Required experience:

24 Months

Experience remark:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in media relations at the international level and an indepth knowledge of Africa
• Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization, preferably in the region, is an asset but not required.
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems and email marketing platforms.
• Practical background in graphic design including Adobe Creative Suite: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe InDesign software.
• Experience in producing flyers, infographics, banners, roll ups and branded materials for conferences, events and social media campaigns.
• Experience in formatting publications e.g. books, policy papers, journals, official reports, etc.
• Experience in photo editing.
• Experience in media development is an asset but not required.

Language skills:

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• French(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge

Area of expertise:

Journalism, mass media and broadcasting, Web and graphic design, Other communications related experience

Area of expertise details:

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience at international level in one or more of the following areas: public relations, communications, journalism, media development-related advocacy.
• Experience in social media management and web development is required

Driving license:

No

Application procedure:

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Application deadline: 18 March 2021