National Communications Specialist

Volunteering Communications & PR

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.

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2026), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. Thus, UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and committed to delivering excellence in programme results. UNFPA Lao PDR is implementing its 7th Country Programme (CP) in Lao PDR. In response to Lao's socio-economic context and, in line with its strategy on modes of engagement in lower-middle-income countries, UNFPA has prioritized upstream work, with a focus on stronger policy-advocacy and communication and networking to mobilize strategic partnerships. At the same time, innovative pilots and new initiatives are being supported to accelerate delivery on the three transformative results in this decade of action. UNFPA Lao PDR CP 7 2022- 2026 builds on the successes of CP6 and aims to accelerate progress of Lao PDR towards its ICPD25 commitments and the SDGs through strong integration of ICPD with National and sectoral plans. The office has initiated innovative approaches to engage with youth and has diversified partnerships to maximize impact in the decade of action for delivering on the SDGs. The National Partnerships Specialist will support implementing the Country Office’s Partnership Strategy, by analyzing relevant political, social and economic developments and opportunities. The Partnerships Specialist will support the effective implementation and resourcing of the UNFPA Country Programme to meet ICPD25 commitments; and will help identify, establish and monitor partnerships for the country office.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Partnership and Communication Expert or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV National Communications Specialist will: Implement the Country Office Advocacy and Communication Strategy: ● Develop and maintain the implementation of communication activities, highlighting events, ● campaigns and issues on UNFPA key flagship days and other related events. ● Assist the development of all methods of communication – print, TV, radio, web, photo, media ● advisory, press releases, social media updates, advocacy materials/packages and factsheets on ● UNFPA work and mandate area in Lao PDR. ● Support the coordination of media activities around events with a strategic impact, such as press conferences, report launches, media breakfasts and media visits to project sites. ● Collect, document and use information and stories to showcase the impact of UNFPA work and ● support the update of the UNFPA Lao website and social media. Provide technical advice and support other communications-related tasks ● Provide advice and support to programme teams on communication aspects of their work. This ● will involve working with the units (and other members of the communication team) to develop communication materials, events and outreach programmes. ● Monitor the implementation of communication activities and, to the extent possible within the resources available, gather feedback on their impact and effectiveness. ● Establish and maintain good relations with the Governement, UN agencies, donor counterparts and (inter)national media to enhance cooperation. ● Draft press releases based on the information given by program teams. ● Provide basic Lao translation to communications materials, coordinate with online UNV and professional translator for long documents. ● Maintain and update the communication materials inventory list. ● Actively reach out to and coordinate with program teams on communications materials production and distribution plan. ● Support basic graphic designs such as social media cards, infographics, IEC and promotional materials. ● Support basic short video shooting and editing for social media. ● Support events and meetings such as taking photos, preparing communications and advocacy ● material packages, and documenting events in formats for digital media. ● Perform other tasks as assigned by Communications and Partnership Analyst and UNFPA Country Representative.

● Commitment to UNFPA Values and Guiding Principles; ● Achieving results; ● Being accountable; ● Developing and applying professional expertise; ● Thinking analytically and strategically; ● Working in teams/managing ourselves and relationships; ● Communicating for impact. ● Professionalism; ● Integrity; ● Teamwork and respect for diversity; ● Commitment to continuous learning; ● Planning and organizing; ● Communication; ● Flexibility; ● Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNFPA’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

journalism, media and/or communications-related field; experience with humanitarian setting is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; ● Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; ● Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; ● 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, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; ● 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; ● 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; ● Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; ● Have affinity with or interest in sexual and reproductive health, youth and adolescent, gender equality, population dynamics, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.

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