Communications Specialist at United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

VMAM Code: NGAR000172-10136
Host Entity: UNDP
Expected Starting Date: Immediate
Duration: 12 months

Description of Task
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Project Manager or his/her appointed delegated representative(s), the UNV Communication Specialist will:

• Support the implementation of the project's communication strategy and annual plan
• Design, produce, write and/or edit communication and advocacy materials, flagship reports, and studies; in doing so the incumbent will also facilitate the management and dissemination of knowledge products 
• Support the project's online visibility on social media channels, and on the UNDP Africa website, blog platforms, and e-newsletters 
• Promote the achievements of UNDP and its partners in the regional context of disaster risk management in the Western Sahel and Lake Chad Basin 
• Help improve the project’s outreach and promote the agenda of UNDP and its partners towards a risk-informed development trajectory

Qualifications / Requirements
Required Degree Level:

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Educational Additional Comments:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Media, Journalism, International Relations, or a related field. A Master's Degree is desirable, but it is not a requirement.
• Minimum 3 years (5 years desirable but it is not a requirement) of experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications, or advocacy, including

Required Experience:

• 36 Months

Experience Remark:

• Experience in developing communication and media materials, and online publications
• Experience in preparing presentations, briefing notes, talking points, and fact sheets
• Experience in media relations
• Knowledge of and experience with photography and video
• Knowledge of and experience as an influencer or with blogging and social media
• Advanced user level in graphic design software packages (Adobe Creative Suite)
• Good knowledge of handling web-based management systems (AEM, Drupal)
• Experience in working at the UN and/or with NGOs in the field of development is an asset.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible, except the assignments in Headquarters duty stations.

Language Skills:

• English (Mandatory), Level - Fluent
• French(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of Expertise:

• Public Information and Reporting, Journalism, Mass Media and Broadcasting

Area of Expertise Details:

• Expertise in the design and production of communication and advocacy materials including excellent knowledge and skills in photography and video production.

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Competencies Values:

• Accountability, Commitment and Motivation, Communication, Creativity, Ethics and Values, Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Technological Awareness, Adaptability and Flexibility, Client Orientation, Knowledge Sharing, Working in Teams.