TA Communication for Development Specialist (C4D), P3 Lomé Togo
Lead communication strategies for development and vaccination campaigns.
Overview
Lead communication strategies for development and vaccination campaigns.
You have:
- An advanced university degree in social and behavioral science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, education, communication, public relations, or another relevant field is required.
- A minimum of five years of professional experience in social development programme planning, communication for development, public advocacy, or another related area is required.
- Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.
- Experience working in a developing country is considered an asset.
- Fluency in French and in English is required.
- Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered an asset.
Contract
This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.
Salary
The salary for this job should be between 107,121 USD and 140,267 USD.
Salary for a P-3 contract in Lome
The international rate of 74,649 USD, with an additional 43.5% (post adjustment) at this the location, applies. Please note that depending on the location, a higher post adjustment might still result in a lower purchasing power.Please keep in mind that the salary displayed here is an estimation by UN Talent based on the location and the type of contract. It may vary depending on the organization. The recruiter should be able to inform you about the exact salary range. In case the job description contains another salary information, please refer to this one.
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The Communication for Development Specialist reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and supervision with technical oversight from the Chief of Child Survival Section. The Specialist provides technical and operational support for developing a systematic, planned and evidence-based strategy and process for C4D as an integral part of COVAX programme development, planning and implementation. Through communication and engagement, as well as the empowerment and participation of stakeholders, communities, children, civil society partners, and government counterparts, s/he promotes strategies to engage communities in acceptance and promotion of COVAX;. This subsequently contributes to the achievement of sustainable and concrete results in improving positive social change in the acceptance of COVAX.
How can you make a difference?
- Support to strategy design and development of vaccination campaigns especially the anti-COVID-19 campaign
- Implementation of vaccination campaign activities as well as the anti-covid-19 campaign
- Technical and operational support to the COVAX coordination team and other campaign teams
- Advocacy, networking, and partnership building related to the anti-COVID-19 vaccination campaign and others related activities
- Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building of partners implementing activities, on risk communication, social mobilization, and community engagement for the promotion of COVAX and for other interventions.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
- An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: social and behavioral science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, education, communication, public relations, or another relevant technical field.
- A minimum of five years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme planning, communication for development, public advocacy, or another related area.
- Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
- Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.
- Fluency in French and in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
The UNICEF competencies required for this post are...
Core Competencies
- Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
- Works Collaboratively with others (1)
- Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
- Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
- Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
- Drives to achieve impactful results (1)
- Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)
Functional Competencies:
- Persuading and influencing (2)
- Applying technical expertise (2)
- Entrepreneurial thinking (2)
To view our competency framework, please visit here.
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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks:
Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to advocate for a program or initiative in your previous roles? | This question assesses your advocacy skills and experience working with diverse stakeholders. | Highlight your approach to advocacy, the challenges faced, and the outcomes achieved. |
| How do you approach building partnerships with local communities for health initiatives? | This question examines your community engagement strategies and interpersonal skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to promote acceptance of vaccination campaigns in communities that are hesitant? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe an experience where you had to navigate ambiguity in a project or campaign. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure your campaigns consider cultural sensitivities in the communities you work with? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |