Career at The United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Duties and Responsibilities

•     Under the direct supervision of the Coordination Specialist of the UN system and the overall guidance of the UN Resident Coordinator, the Communications/Web Officer will;
•     Based in the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office, the Communications/Web Officer will work closely with the inter-agency Communications Group (UNCG) currently chaired by UNESCO.
•     Proactively support  the formulation and ensure timely implementation of the One UN Communication Strategy in partnership with the RCO, UNCG and UNIC;
•     Strengthen the UN’s advocacy work through joint advocacy campaigns on key development issues in Nigeria; UN Days and observances;
•     Support in the regular up-date of information, news, articles, press release etc. to ensure high quality and regular update of all website content;
•     Support the implementation of internal communication initiatives fostering a joint UN identity and support the RCO to organize regular briefings with staff members on UN coherence and the DoA in Nigeria
•     Support the coherence process with documentation and dissemination of the country experience to HQ, other country offices and knowledge/coordination practice networks;
•     Strengthen the UN’s external communication overall by engaging in partnerships with key external stakeholders and ensuring coherence in the messages going out from the UN System;
•     Raise general public awareness and commitment to UN coherence as it relates to the Nigerian country context;
•     Oversight of the UN Nigeria website and provide editorial oversight to the bi-monthly One UN newsletter to enhance external information sharing;
•     Provide communication and coordination support to the RCO including advising and implementing all public information, editorial, media (TV, print, electronic, radio) relations and outreach activities on behalf of the office;
•     Organize, in conjunction with RCO,UNIC, One UN public events (including press conferences, joint agency initiatives, UN Day celebrations, etc) by managing publicity, liaising with partners, handling event logistics and ensuring media coverage,
•     Draft and/or edit speeches and statements to be read by the Resident Coordinator or his representative at public events;
•     Liaises with UN Cluster Advisers and ensure that communications opportunities link into global events are maintained.
•     Produce results-oriented information materials that highlight programme successes, significant developments, sustainability, partnership, and national ownership, for all UN Nigeria key stakeholders;up load important programmatic documents signed on the website
•     Provide communication support to high-level visits including ensuring the editorial standard of briefing notes and arranging press coverage and conferences; and
•     Undertake any other assignments that may be assigned by the Resident Coordinator or delegate.

Competencies

•     Excellent writing, editing and presentation skills.
•     Computer skills: ability to use the internet, and knowledge of Microsoft applications word, including web design and maintenance platforms;
•     Strong communications expertise, conceptualization skills, and sound judgment.
•     Familiarity with the aid context and development processes in Nigeria would be advantage.
•     Experience with event management and media relations.
•     Excellent coordination skills to facilitate inter-agency collaboration.
•     Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
•     Ability to perform multiple tasks at times within short deadlines without compromising quality.
•     Possess good Interpersonal skills, team spirit and positive working relationships.

Education:

•     Masters degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations; or equivalent professional work experience in the communications area, Web Design combined with a university degree in a related field.

Experience:

•     5-7 years of relevant work experience including work in the field.

Language:

•     Fluency in English and Knowledge of any major local language in Nigeria would be an advantage