Social Media Associate

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.

As part of Delivering as One, the UN Country Team has established a UN Communications Group (UNCG) to be a strong unifying platform for dealing with common communication challenges facing the UN in Angola. All UN agencies in Angola adhere to the UNCG principles of communications. Accordingly, the Communications, Partnerships, and Resource Mobilisation Unit in the (United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Country Office, intends to promote effective advocacy for its mandate and its mission; and publicize its program, projects, and results of its activities. To realize this, the services of a National UN Volunteer Social Media Associate will be valuable

Within the terms of the organization’s delegated authority, and under the direct supervision of the National Officer Communications, Partnerships, and Resource Mobilisation, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

Social Media • Contribute to the development of a social media strategy for the Country Office; • Continuously monitor the social media environment, identify opportunities, and develop ideas for engagement; • Manage and analyze the state of the UNFPA website, Facebook page, Twitter account, and YouTube channel • Manage social media networks to monitor discussions with UNFPA and topics about UNFPA’s mandate and activities • Work closely with UNFPA Programme Units to use social networks within their programme; • Produce content, manage discussions, and evaluate the social media accounts/page performance • Draft posts for different accounts and prepare engaging social media packages for International days, Specific events, and other occasions, targeting different audiences, including donors • Coordinate the development of creative, innovative, and engaging audio-visual content for use on social media, including video and infographics/data visualization with the Graphic Designer. • Coordinate social media content and messages with partner organizations; • Monitor and analyze social media user data and make proposals for adjustments, as necessary • Coach colleagues on the use of personal social media accounts, in line with UNFPA policy • Develop communication materials and content targeted at donors • Support the organization and presentation of knowledge products • Support the implementation and scaling-up of innovation initiatives

Represent UNFPA in relevant One UN in Angola Working Groups. • Contribute actively to joint communications initiatives, including for the joint UN and Regional communications materials • Set aside dedicated time for capacity development through coaching, mentoring, and formal and on-the-job training while working with national staff or (non-)governmental counterparts, including Implementing Partners (IPs).

Values • Exemplifying integrity • Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system • Embracing cultural diversity • Embracing change

Core competencies • Creativity • Achieving results • Being accountable • Adaptability and flexibility • Self-management • Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen • Thinking analytically and strategically • Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships • Communicating for impact

communication and social media management in a development context • Excellent drafting skills, with experience in advocacy. Convey messages in a very simple, yet inspiring way. • Fully proficient in Portuguese. Working knowledge of English is required. • Be capable of taking initiative and coping under pressure. • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications • Be fully proficient in most used social media platforms • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines Excellent skills in photography and video editing. • 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 • Have affinity with or interest in humanitarian relief, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System • The incumbent must be a dynamic, multi-functional person, who supports UNFPA with professionalism, dedication, and client orientation.

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 Luanda, Angola. 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.

Conditions of Service for National UN Volunteers

The contract lasts for the period indicated above with the possibility of extensions subject to the 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 .

Furthermore, in non-family duty stations that belong to hardship categories D or E, as classified by the ICSC, a Well-Being Differential (WBD) will be provided monthly