Public Communication Officer Staff Service Contract

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Field Office Duty Station: Islamabad Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Public Information Type of contract : Non Staff Level : Duration of contract : 1 year Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 18-SEP-2022 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- Within UNESCO’s office in Islamabad and under the supervision of the Director of Office and UNESCO Representative in Pakistan, the Public Information Officer will be responsible for the following duties: **Duties and Responsibilities:** 1. Conceptualize, design, plan, formulate and manage the Office's webpage and social media presence: 2. 1. Produces material for the Office's webpage and social media platforms, including multimedia assets (i.e., static and animated graphics, short videos), to publicize UNESCO's storytelling projects, campaigns, strategic priorities, events, and other activities. 3. 2. Provides the Office's webpage and social media content for critical fundraising moments throughout the year. 4. 3. Develops, manages, defines the tone and generates content for the Office's webpage and social media presence such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and possibly others, and edit drafts prepared by Programme officers. Long Description ---------------- 1. 1. Exercises journalistic and political judgment, in liaison with relevant units and branches within UNESCO's Islamabad office, to make timely editorial decisions on what should go on UNESCO Office's webpage and social media platforms in English, and French if possible. 2. 2. Plans and initiates strategic and proactive outreach activities through social media campaigns. 3. 3. Actively identifies and maintains relations and partnerships with key stakeholders, such as digital/social media platforms, creators, and influencers, that contribute to the development and implementation of UNESCO's initiatives in the field of social media. 4. 4. Increases UNESCO's presence on social media platforms and strengthens UNESCO's brand awareness among target audiences. Promotes in-house social media usage, event promotion and engagement. 5. 5. Evaluates results and impact of communications activities on social media platforms, reports on developments, trends and attitudes regarding UNESCO. Long Description ---------------- 2\. Generate and/or coordinate UNESCO social media content in English, and French if possible, and ensure consistent editorial delivery, and will: 1. 1. Exercises journalistic and political judgment, in liaison with relevant units and branches within UNESCO's Islamabad office, to make timely editorial decisions on what should go on UNESCO's social media platforms in English, and French if possible.3.Monitors and evaluates interactions and feedback through UNESCO's Islamabad office social media presence, respond on behalf of the Office when deem appropriate a) Assesses the impact of UNESCO's Islamabad office social media presence and outreach activities. Long Description ---------------- 4\. Contributes to UNESCO's Islamabad office communications campaigns through social media initiatives and incorporating social media elements in UNESCO's Islamabad office's communications activities. 5\. Represents UNESCO in the UN social media communicators' group and liaise with social media focal points in the UN system and beyond. 6\. Provides advice to managers and senior officers on the strategic use of social media to strengthen UNESCO's Islamabad office leadership and advocacy role. Monitors and analyzes current events, public opinion and press, identifies issues and trends, and advises management on appropriate action/responses **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- **Education** Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. **Work Experience** - A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, public relations or related field is required. - Experience in social media campaigns is required. - Experience in the UN system, is highly preferred. - Experience working in international organizations is desirable. - Experience managing social media platforms is required. - Experience identifying and managing social media partnerships is desirable. - Experience in producing multimedia content for digital platforms, using Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Premiere Pro, XD, InDesign, Photoshop) is highly desirable. **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- **BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS** ----------------------------- **Rename the “BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS****”** **title to “APPLICATION PROCESS****”****, and use additional sections if required to add other relevant information.** **Otherwise you can delete this section.** **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **Footer** ---------- *UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution, as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore, UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States ([last update here](https://en.unesco.org/careers/geographicaldistribution)) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. Worldwide mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.* *UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.*