KM & Programme Coordination Officer-Media & Celebrity Communication

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.

The CAP section is seen as a critical driver for upstream advocacy, through strategic partnerships and communication, which contributes to building an enabling environment for accelerating policy shifts, public support, resources and action for achievement of priority goals for children. It engages with stakeholders (including the government, celebrities, civil society, legislators, private sector, media, academia, children, adolescents, and youth), to put children’s rights and well-being at the centre of political, social and economic agenda.

CAP section works collaboratively with all sectors within UNICEF, supporting communication requirements and furthering advocacy objectives – with an overarching focus on child rights, adolescent empowerment, social inclusion, gender and equity.

CAP leads and supports UNICEF’s own national and global advocacy communication priorities and campaigns that are convergent in nature such as Early Childhood Development (ECD), Adolescent Development and Engagement (ADE), global and India specific advocacy priorities (foundational learning, mental health and well-being, immunization, Child Rights, ending violence against women and children) as well as mainstreaming equity, gender-transformative approach and risk informed programming in terms of disaster risk resilience.

CAP’s work also focuses on enhancing visibility and awareness about UNICEF’s role, mandate and brand promotion, for UNICEF’s own flagship campaigns (viz. World Children’s Day, State of World Children’s report), as aligned to global/national advocacy and communication strategy. India’s media industry has grown exponentially in terms of reach, influence and adoption of new technologies, opening new avenues for reaching out to wider audiences as well as segment specific audiences.

To support in strengthening and positioning UNICEF’s voice as leading advocate on issues concerning rights of children in India with aim of shifting advocacy narrative, focusing on policy, influencing positive behaviours.

• Increase visibility of UNICEF India’s work on the ground • Strengthen trust on UNICEF, as a credible organization • Strengthen UNICEF’s agility to respond to critical developments that build its voice and trust

CAP aims to achieve this through several strategies. Sustained media engagement, media partnerships and media, capacity development as well as influencer engagement are some of the strategies employed for the above.

To achieve the above, strategically, with agility and sustained engagement that strengthens UNICEF’s voice and brand, the CAP section requires an experienced UNV with excellent writing, coordination skills, who can support with implementation of media advocacy communication initiatives through media, campaigns and partnerships; influencer engagement, drafting key messages, evidence-based communication assets and packages to support development of content, material for communicating and advocating with media, key influencers, government and public at large. This will adhere with UNICEF’s vision and key priorities for children as well as support the programme sectors and relevant departments to achieve results for children.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Communication Specialist and Communication Officer his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Knowledge Management & Programme Coordination Officer (Media & Celebrity Communication) will support:

• Support development of high-quality, concise and targeted written content (draft articles, media pitches, human interest stories, photo stories, social media content, PPT, draft proposals etc.) for communicating and advocating with different stakeholders on key priorities (government, key influencers, networks and public at large). • Coordination and documentation of media-led events including workshops, media field visits. • Develop and update media key messages across all sectors and issues on a regular basis • Support with knowledge management for effective communication on child rights o Update month-wise advocacy and communications events calendar, key message matrix o Collate and compile communication related minutes and support compilation of reports, support in drafting documents, coordination with partners etc. o Support with customising/ editing/ translating/packaging/fact-checking available communication assets/ documents from sectors/ partners. • Support with planning, organizing, coordination and documentation of high-level influencer engagement events/activities as well as writing website articles, write ups for media, social media content related to the influencer engagement. • Develop and maintain database and repositories of communication assets /materials /photo/videos – with thematic categorization proper referencing • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisors.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day) • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country. • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc. • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers. • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNICEF, India Country Office; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNICEF, India Country Office procedures and rules; ability to apply good judgement; and ability to work as a team 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 UNICEF, India Country Office 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; • Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity, and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNICEF, India Country Office’s mission and vision, as well as to the UNICEF Core Values (Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability).

communications, writing for media at the state/national and/or international level; experience of working with government, high profile influencers and youth is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organizations. • Excellent oral and written skills, in English is essential. Proficiency in Hindi is an asset. • Excellent skills in writing, proof reading, editing with clarity of thought, expression, to tailor to the audience. • Excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Ability and willingness to travel to rural and remote areas for developing initial pitches and documentation; • Ability to work under pressure and short timelines; • 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; • Self-motivated, ability to work in a team, ability to work with tight deadlines; • Have affinity with or interest in UNICEF, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

New Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region is a large and bustling metropolis of some 14 million people undergoing rapid changes. The capital city is an administrative, cultural and commercial center with modern amenities and well connected by air. It is a safe place with large expatriate community drawn from embassies, UN agencies, MNCs and foreign businesses. It has short moderate winter and long hot summer.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in New Delhi, India. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.

The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment.

The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents - except for UN Community Volunteers), as well as final repatriation (if applicable). You can check full entitlements at https://app.unv.org/calculator .

For information specific to your assignment please see below: • Voluntary Living Allowance (VLA): INR 50,604.24 per month • Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 400 (equivalent in INR) • Relocation costs (both ways @ USD 200 at the beginning and end of assignment, if duty station is outside of commuting distance) • Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment): 1 VLA / 12 Months • Medical and life insurance Cigna Private Insurance • Access to UNV Learning Portal for Online Courses

Leave entitlements: • Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month • Certified sick leave: 30 days • Uncertified sick leave: 7 days • Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12 months • Maternity leave: 16 weeks • Paternity leaves: 10 days

In addition to duty station specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)- endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.