Public Information Assistant
Provide specialized assistance in producing and delivering communication products.
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Overview
Provide specialized assistance in producing and delivering communication products.
You have:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public communication, international broadcasting or related area is required.
- Technical training and certification in journalism or broadcasting, communications, public information, or a particular communications medium is desired.
- Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic are required.
- Working knowledge of French is a plus.
Contract
This is a Consultancy contract. More about Consultancy contracts.
Result of Service
Provides specialized assistance in the production and delivery of information communications products and services.
Work Location
South Sudan
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
• Provides specialized assistance in the production and delivery of information communications products and services. • Researches a broad scope of information sources, printed and electronic, compile and present information for use in the preparation and production of communications products/services for external audiences. • Assist in various phases of the production and distribution of recorded radio programming and products: participate in the morning editorial meeting and the daily unit planning of broadcasts. • Organizes and executes special events, coordinating with diverse partners and the media to highlight and publicize key events. • Assist in the timely electronic/digital or internet dissemination/distribution of radio programmes: prepare, maintain and update web page, to include drafting and editing of content; upload/download audio files; undertake proactive calls and direct mail initiatives to build client base and nurture relationships; manage, update and further develop internal databases; generate a variety of standard and non-standard statistical reports from various databases on the usage or consumption of the units items, products and programs; provide guidance and training to interns/volunteers. • Gather news through talking to a variety of sources, interview contributors and gather background and supporting material; • Maintain journalistic and professional standards under deadlines and pressure; • Consistently file stories according to assigned deadlines. • Follow local, national and international news and the activities of the UN in South Sudan and propose stories relevant to Radio Miraya listeners. • Conduct, record and edit interviews using digital audio equipment to a high standard. • Produce and present news and current affairs programmes in English and Arabic. • Plan prepare and present news and live programmes; • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/special skills
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical training and certification in journalism or broadcasting, communications, public information, or a particular communications medium is desired. At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public communication, international broadcasting or related area is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English and Arabic are required.
Additional Information
Not available.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to meet tight deadlines in your work? | This question assesses your ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively. | Provide specific examples of past experiences where you successfully met deadlines. |
| How do you ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information you present? | The interviewer wants to gauge your attention to detail and source verification methods. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a successful media event you organized. What was your role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you approach collaboration with diverse partners and stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to maintain audience engagement through your communication products? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
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