Individual Contractor - Associate PSEA Specialist and Speechwriter

Consultant

Overview

Support efforts preventing sexual exploitation and abuse.

You have:

• Minimum of a master’s degree in communications, journalism, public policy, international relations, gender studies, human rights, social sciences, peace and security, humanitarian affairs, development studies, or a related field.
• Required minimum 1 year of experience in the field of communications, journalism, gender studies, social sciences, international relations, peace and security, humanitarian affairs, political affairs, development studies or related fields.
• Experience pertaining to addressing sexual and gender-based violence, sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and/or the protection of civilians is desirable.
• A minimum of 1 year of professional experience in communications, public information, international relations, gender studies, social sciences, peace and security, humanitarian affairs, political affairs, development studies, or a related field.
• Experience in drafting speeches, talking points, reports, or advocacy materials is desirable.
• Fluency in written and spoken English as well as excellent writing skills.

Contract

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Result of Service

This individual contractual service will contribute to progress, identifying gaps and challenges in responding to and preventing sexual exploitation and abuse.

Work Location

New York, USA

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

This position is located in the Office of the Special Coordinator on improving the United Nations response to sexual exploitation and abuse (OSCSEA). This Office supports the ongoing efforts of the Secretary-General and the leadership of United Nations offices, departments, funds, and programmes along with other Implementing Partners, to strengthen the response to sexual exploitation and abuse in peacekeeping, humanitarian, development and human rights sectors. The incumbent reports to the Under-Secretary-General, with guidance from both front office and substantive team, and with focus on the following duties. • Support OSCSEA’s internal and external communication efforts related to PSEA matters in peacekeeping missions, humanitarian operations, and development settings. • Support the preparation for speaking engagements by the Under-Secretary-General, including drafting of speeches and talking points. • Support the Consultant in charge of the system-wide Comprehensive Assessment on PSEA for report proof-reading and formatting. • Contribute to the development and implementation of a system-wide communications strategy on PSEA. • Monitor and analyze data and trends on SEA allegations, including findings from OSCSEA’s Annual Global PSEA Perceptions Survey, to inform messaging, outreach, and strategic communication responses. • Review, synthesize, and draft summaries of documents, policies, reports, and media coverage related to PSEA. • Support the Office’s participation to the UN’s comprehensive assistance to Haiti, with focus on PSEA. • Contribute to policy work and stakeholder consultations for the update of the Secretary-General’s Bulletin (SGB 2003/13). • Support the drafting of briefing notes, and communication materials to advance advocacy and awareness on PSEA. • Facilitate the sharing of updates, lessons learned and best practices through social media, newsletters, briefs, and other internal/external communications, with a focus on clear, impactful messaging. • Perform other duties, as required.

Qualifications/special skills

Academic Qualifications Minimum of a master’s degree in communications, journalism, public policy, international relations, gender studies, human rights, social sciences, peace and security, humanitarian affairs, development studies, or a related field. Experience Required minimum 1 year of experience in the field of communications, journalism, gender studies, social sciences, international relations, peace and security, humanitarian affairs and or political affairs, development studies or related fields. Experience pertaining to addressing sexual and gender-based violence, sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and/or the protection of civilians is desirable. A minimum of 1 year of professional experience in communications, public information, international relations, gender studies, social sciences, peace and security, humanitarian affairs, political affairs, development studies, or a related field. Experience in drafting speeches, talking points, reports, or advocacy materials is desirable. Experience related to addressing sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), and/or the protection of civilians is an asset.

Languages

Fluency in written and spoken English as well as excellent writing skills.

Additional Information

Other skills and competencies Functional Competencies • Technical expertise on gender related issues, including PSEA. • Strong analytical skills with conceptual understanding. • Strong, proven functional skills in analytical writing, and producing speeches, templates, reports, research, and assessments. • Excellent demonstrated ability to be flexible, works under tight deadlines in an independent working environment. • High level of communication and interpersonal skills; experience in working effectively in a multi- cultural environment. • Good understanding of the UN common system and policies. • Proven expertise in designing and developing communication tools, guidance materials, and training content for UN and I/NGO stakeholders. • Technical understanding of gender-related issues, including prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA). • Strong analytical skills with demonstrated conceptual and strategic thinking. • Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience producing speeches, talking points, toolkits, templates, reports, and assessments tailored to diverse audiences. • Ability to work independently under tight deadlines, demonstrating flexibility and initiative. • High-level communication and interpersonal skills; experience collaborating in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments. • Familiarity with the UN system, structures, and policies is an asset. Core Competencies • Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills. • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships. • Cross-cultural work experience and sensitivity. • Planning, organizational and time management skills, including flexibility, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to meet changing deadlines.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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