Security Sector Reform (SSR) Communications Officer

Volunteering Security

Overview

Assist in promoting security sector reform through communication strategies.

You have:

• Experience in communications or media related to security sector reform.
• Proficiency in French and at least one other local language.
• Ability to work in difficult and harsh conditions of developing countries.
• Knowledge of the United Nations and its operations.
• Experience in managing social media platforms.

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

Assignment is with family (KINSHASA), until 30 June 2025 with 1 year possible extension.

Under the direct supervision of the SSR Director or his/her Officer in Charge (OiC), the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Develop his/her knowledge on SSR; • Liaise with key actors especially involved in national security reforms, particularly the United Nations Country Team (UNCT). • Analyse and report on the key national reforms related to SSR implementation • Liaise with SSU (Stabilization Support Unit) and CAS (Civil Affairs Section) as well as UN Police on the field to monitor the status of redeployed civil servant in the framework of restoration of state authorities when it comes to salary and training. • Manage the project’s social media platforms. • Support in the development of the Division initiatives’ promotional material and publications. • Assist in the development of Audio-Visual Media such as documentaries, interviews, etc. • Monitor and analyse print and social media and prepare reports • Support in preparation of SSR initiatives and events. • Develop social media posts and provide quality content showcasing achievements and ensure updated SSR platforms. • Draft and follow up on the production of the communication and advocacy instruments and materials, including briefing materials, press releases, newsletters, and articles. • Support in the development of various products, i.e. documentaries, etc. • Support in the preparation of the SSR events/activities • Undertake any other related tasks as directed by the Head of Entity of delegated authority

• Client Orientation;
• Communication Creativity;
• Ethics and Values Integrity;
• Planning and Organizing;
• Professionalism
• Respect for Diversity Technological Awareness;
• Working in Teams.

communication/media, public reform, peace and security, including in coordination functions.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is the second largest country in Africa, and as a result is quite diverse. Living conditions therefore vary between MONUSCO duty stations, with all usual amenities present in the capital Kinshasa, but only very basic conditions in remote duty stations in the provinces, where, for instance, there may be no guarantee of public power supply nor running water. The ability to live and work in difficult and harsh conditions of developing countries is essential. Accommodation is very expensive in both Kinshasa and Lubumbashi. Supermarkets exist in the large towns (e.g. Bukavu, Kisangani), but consumer items are generally very expensive (as everything is imported). For food, local markets offer a much cheaper alternative. All MONUSCO duty stations are considered non-family duty stations, except for Kinshasa, Lubumbashi and Entebbe which are now considered family duty stations, and most are currently under UN Security Phase III (“relocation phase”: internationally-recruited staff are temporarily concentrated or relocated to specified sites/locations). In addition to insecurity related to the relatively volatile political situation as well as various conflict situations, certain places are subject to increasing street and residential crime, including in Kinshasa and Goma. Some degree of medical service is provided in all MONUSCO duty stations. Certain vaccinations are mandatory for MONUSCO personnel to enter the DRC, while others are compulsory for all other incoming persons. It is possible for incoming MONUSCO personnel, including UN Volunteers, to be asked to provide proof of some or all vaccinations, though this is unlikely. All UN Volunteers must ensure that they are up-to-date with all appropriate vaccinations, which should be clearly and properly endorsed in the International Certificate of Vaccination (“carte jaune”). Malaria is present virtually throughout the DRC, and it is therefore recommended to take prophylaxis. The unit of currency is the Congolese Franc. The US dollar is the other preferred currency. It may be impossible to exchange traveller’s checks away from the capital city. Credit cards are usually accepted in major hotels only in Kinshasa. In larger towns and cities (e.g. Kinshasa, Goma, Bukavu, Kisangani), UN Volunteers are recommended to open US Dollar bank accounts, while in other places, banks may be absent (including ATMs) and VLA payments will be processed in cash. UN Volunteers have the possibility to send part of their allowances to a bank account abroad. In addition to French, there are four major spoken languages in DRC, namely Lingala, Kikongo, Tshiluba and Swahili.

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