Francophone Communication Officer (Country Support)

Contract

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The incumbent will support communication activities at country level, within the framework of WHO's 13th General Programme of Work and its Triple Billion strategy. Key deliverables include: Individual coaching to upskill communication officers in French-speaking country offices and support the development of quality communication products; accurate and timely production and dissemination of high-quality public information products that highlight the work of WHO and its partners in the field; promotion of achievements and results of key public health initiatives by building a solid database of media/press contacts and key partners; and optimizing networking opportunities. The incumbent will work with country office colleagues to improve visibility of WHO’s work and of health issues generally among partners, the general public, the media and other key stakeholders.

1. Provide personalized coaching to upskill communications officers in French-speaking country offices and support country offices to ensure the dissemination of high-quality communications products.
2. Monitor all external platforms of the 19 French-speaking country offices.
3. Produce communication material for French-speaking countries remotely and in the field.
4. Manage relations with French-speaking African media at country and regional level.
5. Provide urgent translations from English to French of communications content, and support the revision of French content.
6. Any other work that supports the communication needs of the Regional Office.

• Communication: expresses oneself clearly in conversation and interaction with others; actively listens. Produces effective written communications. Ensures that information is shared. • Teamwork: develops and promotes effective relationships with colleagues and team members. Deals constructively with conflicts. • Moving forward in a changing environment: is open to, and proposes, new approaches and ideas. Adapts and responds positively to change.
• Promoting innovation and organizational learning: invigorates the Organization by building a culture which encourages learning and development. Sponsors innovative approaches and solutions. • Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: demonstrates ability to work constructively with people with different backgrounds and orientations. Respects differences and ensures that all can contribute.

journalism and/or communications expert for a major national or international organization. Desirable skills: • Excellent knowledge of photography • Excellent knowledge of script/video editing tools • Demonstrated experience in graphic design and video editing.

The Republic of Congo is a low-middle income country, located in Central Africa sub-region. The country shares boundaries with Gabon in the South-West, Cameroon and Central Republic Africa in the North and Northeast, the Democratic Republic of Congo in the East, Angola and Atlantic Ocean in the South. Since 2014, the Republic of Congo is experiencing an economic downturn, affecting the economic growth (-5 per cent in 2017). Because of the persistent drop in the price of oil, this situation drove to the decline of the gross domestic product per capita, from $3,196 in 2013 to $1,658 in 2017. Nevertheless, the country is globally stable and safe in the main urban and rural areas. Frequent disruptions are recorded in the electricity supply, particularly in Brazzaville (political capital) and Pointe-Noire (economic capital). The living cost is relatively affordable, but some concerns with the cost of decent housing should be noted. The population enjoys dressing in style and loves music both profane and religious. According to United Nations security standards, life and travel in Brazzaville and in the other areas major are secure. The Republic of Congo is a unique country. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.