External Relations and Partnerships

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 World Health Organization (WHO) African Region has embarked on a new Global Programme of Work (GPW13) and a new Programme Budget for the next 2 years (2022-2023). Through these two strategic documents, Mali aims to deliver public health outcomes through an integrated results-based structure that includes strengthening activities of External Relations Communication and Visibility. On this purpose the Communications Officer will contribute to the External Relations Activities of the office under the lead of the External Relations Officer.The Communication Officer will be responsible for the development of the WCO Gabon Communication plan and will contribute to national, regional and worldwide strategies that includes advocacy, visibility and information management content. The objective of the position is to develop and improve communication materials aiming to reach different public including general public health stakeholders, donors, partners as well as Gabonese and worldwide populations.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of WHO Country Office or the External Relations Officer Lead or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will: • Assist the External Relations Officer • Participate, take notes and contribute to secretariat work for the national health dialogues and multi-stakeholders working groups • Develop and implement a communication & visibility strategy and plan for WHO activities containing: o Key communications materials supporting WHO projects and programmes o Identify key subjects and stories to showcase WHO work in Gabon o Short documentary or video footage o Social media and press contents

o Audio-visual content o Photos o Bulletins and other reporting support o Sitreps o Interviews o Website • Draft, review and contribute to briefing notes, donor propositions, concept notes and reports and all other tasks linked to external relations and partnership upon request of the supervisor • Collect articles, cases studies, and best practices across WHO projects for evidence gathering and format, so they are suitable for external audiences • Understand key activities and programmes ongoing in the office to develop press releases and social media posts on key WHO activities, achievements, and milestones • Contribute to develop communications and advocacy materials on public health subject and health emergencies • Work with partners to develop common communication strategy and materials • Promote WHO visibility among partners communications and events • Contribute to organize WHO events • Support and develop website and social media contents following WHO norms and standards to guarantee WHO coherence on external communication • Prepare communication material, talking points, tables, charts and other graphics required by the resource mobilization team to raise funds and awareness on WHO activities and programmes • Ensure donor visibility in line with donor agreements and ensure WHO accountability on the different agreements • Conduct support visits to produce quality and accurate communication materials

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to World Health Organization; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to World Health Organization procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented; • Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and World Health Organization in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed- gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; • 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; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards World Health Organization mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

• First level university degree in public health, business administration, management, communications, international relations or a related field. • At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level experience in field related sectors (communications, partnerships management, proposal development, and resource mobilization) • Desirable: Accuracy and professionalism in document/graphic/video/photo/charts production and editing • Experience in WHO or other UN organizations would be an asset. • Excellent Microsoft Office tools including excel and power point skills • Good knowledge of software for graphic design, visual design, social media, website development and publishing. • Good management, communications, resource mobilization, public relations and interpersonal skills • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, editing and reporting skills • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel

• Ability to work with tight deadlines with lot of different stakeholders

Gabon is a family duty station. Living conditions are acceptable in Libreville. Libreville is a city where UN agencies have presence. Different groceries supply points exist in the city ranging from supermarkets to street markets. In addition, there are various restaurants and maquis and a lot of different cultural events that may be discovered over time. French is the official language of Gabon, it is spoken widely and there are lot of other local languages.

With respect to health issues, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is compulsory for all travelers entering the country. It is advisable to take precautions against malaria. Similarly, vaccination against typhoid fever, tetanus, hepatitis, poliomyelitis and diphtheria is highly recommended. Basic medicines are available from pharmacies, but provision needs to be made for specialized medication. Libreville is deserved by several international airlines.