Speech Writer/Editor

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.

Description of task

Under the direct supervision of the Head of the RCO the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

1. Proof reading/ Editing of documents in English;

2. Suggesting correct terminology and titles of the reports, presentations, brochures etc.;

3. Draft press releases, statements and other materials for mass media consumption;

4. Draft talking points for the media engagements of the UN Resident Coordinator;

5. Draft speeches for the UN Resident Coordinator;

6. Develop core messages and outline talking points for speechwriting assignments,

7. Flesh these out into full speeches once approved;

8. Research, collate and validate information to be used for all speeches;

9. If needed, prepare slide presentations (PowerPoint) to support key speeches;

10. Prepare talking points for media interviews, special content for physical and online publications;

11. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required degree level:

Master degree or equivalent

Education - Additional Comments:

University degree in Journalism, Communications, International Relations, Visual Arts and Design, IT, Social Sciences or similar field.

Required experience:

36 Months

Experience remark:

• At least 3 years of experience related to speech writing/ editing;

• Experience in writing stories and using social media;

• Experience in communicating and cooperating with governmental, non-governmental, donors and private agencies is an asset.

Language skills:

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise:

Journalism, mass media and broadcasting

Driving license:

No

Competencies values:

Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Knowledge Sharing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Application procedure:

*Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool?

Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then, go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call (assignment) to which you would like to apply.

*Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool?

Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then, go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call (assignment) to which you would like to apply.

Candidates may apply to a maximum of three (3) special calls (assignments) per advertisement. You may specify your order of preference in the ‘Additional Remarks’ section of your profile.

This assignment is funded by the Government of the Republic of Ireland.

Application deadline: 15 November 2020