Per 1. Mai 2024 oder nach Vereinbarung suchen wir eine vielseitig begabte, engagierte und flexible Persönlichkeit für eine einzigarte Tätigkeit kombiniert aus untenstehenden Aufgaben oder zwei Persönlichkeiten, welche sich jeweils auf einen Aufgabenbereich fokussieren. Abhängig von der Erfahrung im Internationalen Fundraising kann die Aufteilung auch variieren. Abhängig von der Erfahrung im Internationalen Fundraising kann die Aufteilung variieren. Ihre Aufgaben im Bereich Internationale Partnerschaften - Akquisition und Betreuung von institutionellen Geldgebern in der EU und den USA - Erstellen von Fundraising-Gesuchen inklusive Budgets, Berichten und Reportings - Enge Zusammenarbeit mit den Teams Institutionelles Fundraising Schweiz, Private Fundraising, Kommunikation und der Kollegin im eigenen Team Ihre Aufgaben im Bereich des Asienprogramms - Koordination, Aufbereitung und Darstellung von Projektinhalten für Kommunikation und Fundraising - Erstellen von Projektanträgen, Berichten und Dokumentationen zu unseren Projekten in Asien - Mitwirkung an der Entwicklung einer Marketingstrategie für das Asienprogramm - Mitwirkung bei der Begleitung von Gästen aus Asien Das erwartet Sie Sie finden bei uns eine sinnstiftende, vielseitig gestaltbare und kommunikativ anspruchsvolle Aufgabe in einem spannenden Umfeld, motivierten und kollegialen Teams. Moderne Anstellungsbedingungen und ein attraktiver Arbeitsort im Herzen von Basel erwarten Sie. Kontakt Wir freuen uns auf Ihre online Bewerbung an www.publicjobs.ch/bewerben/Institutionelles-Fundraising-International-und-Programmarbeit-Asien/~applyID5635, Myriam Pellet, Leiterin Personal, Mission 21, Missionsstrasse 21, 4009 Basel, Telefon +41 (0)61 260 22 73 Weitere Informationen erhalten Sie von Gaby Ullrich, Abteilungsleiterin Marketing und Kommunikation, Mission 21, Telefon +41 (0)79 377 95 78, gaby.ullrich@mission-21.org und Katharina Gfeller, Abteilungsleiterin Internationale Beziehungen, Telefon +41 (0)61 260 21 44, katharina.gfeller@mission-21.org www.mission-21.org Sie bringen mit - Qualifizierte Ausbildung im Bereich Marketing, Kommunikation, Betriebswirtschaft, Internationale Beziehungen oder Ethnologie mit Weiterbildung/Erfahrung im Fundraising, Relationship Management oder ähnlichem - Fähigkeit, komplexe Programme verständlich darzustellen und zielgruppengerecht zu formulieren - Sie haben Lebens-/Arbeitserfahrung in einem asiatischen und interkulturellen Kontext gesammelt - Sie interessieren sich für interkulturelle Fragestellungen und Entwicklungszusammenarbeit - Professionelles und überzeugendes Auftreten und einen ausdrucksstarken, überzeugenden Schreibstil - Sehr gute mündliche und schriftliche Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse. Indonesischkenntnisse von Vorteil. - Erfahrung im Umgang mit CRM-Systemen (vorzugsweise SextANT) - Selbständige, strukturierte und effiziente Arbeitsweise, Initiative, Lösungsorientierung
Êtes-vous prêt à vous investir pour les droits humains pendent notre stage « Médias sociaux et web » ?

Délai de candidature : jusqu'au 15 avril 2024

Entrée en fonction : le 16 août 2024

Type de contrat : stage, limité à 12 mois, 80%.

 

VOS TÂCHES

- Elaboration de contenus et animation des comptes Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube et Facebook
- Mise à jour régulière du site internet de la Section suisse en français (rédaction et mise en ligne de news et d'actions)
- Collaboration à la planification et à la réalisation des campagnes en ligne et sur les médias sociaux
- Réalisation de courtes vidéos
- Traductions de l'allemand vers le français
- Gestion de la communauté sur les différents canaux
- Aider à analyser et à évaluer des activités sur nos réseaux sociaux
NOUS OFFRONS

- Travail intéressant et motivant dans une équipe dynamique
- Découverte d'une organisation internationale
- Un environnement de travail collégial et valorisant, dans lequel la diversité est appréciée et où nous nous engageons pour un vivre ensemble libre de toute discrimination
- Beaucoup d'espace de participation et d'initiative personnelle Expérience de travail dans le domaine des droits humains et des campagnes
- Modèle d'organisation autogéré sans hiérarchie conventionnelle.
- Salaire brut à 80% : CHF 2'041.50 pendant les 6 premiers mois, CHF 2'381.75 à partir du 7e mois. Le 13e mois de salaire est inclus.
- Temps de travail (80%) : 32 heures par semaine, 5 semaines de vacances par année de travail
- Prise en charge des frais de transports du lieu de résidence au lieu de travail (Berne)
Renseignements supplémentaires auprès de Lucia Plaen [envoyer un message](https://www.amnesty.ch/fr/contacts/adresses/contact-backend/jobs/contact-stage-web) ou [tél: 031 307 22 22.](tel:+4131313072222)

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Veuillez nous envoyer votre candidature complète (lettre de motivation, CV sans photo, certificats, diplômes) jusqu'au 15 avril 2024, dernier délai, en format PDF (max. 10 MB) par e-mail à :humanresources@amnesty.ch

Veuillez nous contacter si vous n'avez pas reçu d'accusé de réception dans les trois jours ouvrables. 

Les entretiens auront lieu entre le 29 avril et le 2 mai 2024 à Berne. 


NOS ATTENTES

- Intérêt et engagement pour les droits humains
- Formation universitaire, haute école, apprentissage de médiamaticien·ne CFC achevé ou équivalente
- Maîtrise du français, très bonnes connaissances de l'allemand et l'anglais
- Aisance rédactionnelle et plaisir à écrire en français
- Connaissances de la rédaction et communication en ligne
- Expérience dans le domaine des médias sociaux
- Flexibilité et bonne capacité d'organisation
- Forte capacité d'initiative, capacité à travailler à la fois de manière autonome et en équipe
- Goût marqué et intérêt pour les productions photo, audio et vidéo
Amnesty International aspire à la diversité et à l'inclusion. Nous souhaitons une équipe qui reflète un large éventail de réalités et d'expériences. À compétences égales pour le poste, nous privilégions les personnes qui apportent des perspectives peu prises en compte par la société (en particulier les BIPoC, les personnes LGBTQIA+, les personnes ayant un passé de migration ou de refuge et les personnes en situation de handicap).
VOS ACTIVITES

Vous participez à la création de contenus de communication et à leur diffusion, en lien étroit avec le département programme et les collaborateur·rice·s sur le terrain, en Suisse et à l'international.

• Participation à la création de contenus

• Création et édition de vidéos. 

• Mise à jour du site internet. 

• Rédaction et mise en page de contenus. 

• Soutien aux activités de recherche de fonds et de marketing. 

• Participation à l'organisation et à la promotion des évènements.

CONDITIONS D'EMPLOI 

Stage rémunéré CHF 2'000 bruts mensuels pour un taux d'activité de 100 %. 

Durée du stage : 6 mois 6 semaines de vacances sur une période annuelle. 

Lieu de travail : Neuchâtel 

L'organisation applique une politique ferme en matière de prévention de l'exploitation, des abus et du harcèlement sexuel. En postulant, vous vous engagez à garantir un comportement en adéquation avec les valeurs défendues. 

ENTRÉE EN FONCTION ET DELAI DE POSTULATION

Envoyez votre dossier complet (CV, lettre de motivation, copie des diplômes) à rh@medecinsdumonde.ch. 

Date d'entrée en fonction : de suite ou à convenir. 

Délai de postulation : 31.03.2024

 


VOTRE PROFIL 

• Formation ou expérience en communication. 

• Parfaite maîtrise écrite et orale du français. 

• Aisance avec les principaux outils digitaux et la création de contenus.

• Créativité et force de proposition. 

• Intérêt pour l'associatif et adhésion aux valeurs de l'organisation. 

• Autonomie, bonnes capacités organisationnelles. 

 

VOTRE POSITIONNEMENT DANS LA STRUCTURE Sous la supervision et la responsabilité de la responsable communication digitale, vous travaillez en étroite collaboration avec les collègues du département.
Background

The United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF Kenya 2022 – 2026 has prioritized four target groups who are at risk of being left behind: women and girls; children and youth, people living in urban informal settlements and people living in North-Eastern Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs). Mandera, Wajir and Garissa counties, key borderland counties within the ASALs, face multiple and interlinked socio-economic factors coupled with inter/intra clan conflicts and security challenges and compounded by longstanding marginalization and exclusion. The UN Kenya and the Office of the Deputy President are implementing a two-year project, on Promoting Peace and Inclusive Development in Borderland Counties in North-Eastern Kenya, targeting Mandera, Wajir and Garissa counties. The project will be jointly implemented by the UNDP, the WFP, the OHCHR and the Peace and Development Advisor in the UN Resident Coordinator's Office.

The project will showcase a consultative and inclusive model involving national and county governments, civil society, communities, development partners and other stakeholders to collaboratively shape peace, human security and sustainable development initiatives that subsequently address the structural causes of conflicts in the target counties. The focus will be on inclusive governance, strengthening social accountability mechanisms at the local level, building trust between communities and security forces actors through Civil- Military Cooperation (CIMIC) and the implementation of micro 'peace dividends' livelihood projects. Further, the project will enhance collaboration, coordination and inclusivity amongst actors implementing projects under the larger North and Northeastern Development Initiative. Improved coordination of these initiatives will contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) Kenya 2022 – 2026 and strengthen avenues for meaningful participation of the communities in their planning and implementation to enhance Northeast Kenya's development, prosperity, and long-term stability. The project is set to be catalytic, piloting a transformative model for community engagement and participation in human security and development initiatives and processes, thereby enhancing their effectiveness and sustainability. If this model is proven successful through this project, it can be scaled up through the interventions and investments of development partners deployed in borderland areas of Kenya.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

Scope of Work

The Communications Intern will collaborate with and support the Project Manager and Knowledge Management and Comms Officer (KMCO) in implementing and enhancing communication strategies, outreach, and knowledge-sharing activities for the Promoting Peace and Inclusive Development Project in Northeastern Kenya.

 

Project Support

- Support the Project Manager and KMCO with day-to-day project management, such as booking conference rooms, taking minutes, and any other tasks.
- Attend bi-weekly project technical meetings, take comprehensive meeting notes with a focus on actions and share with the KMCO and Project Manager for review and onward circulation.
- Assist with internal information sharing and management, including the maintenance of the project SharePoint channel.
 

Communication Strategies:

- Collaborate closely with the KMCO in conducting communications needs assessments for the project and participating in the formulation of communication strategies.
- Assist in drafting and editing the project's communications and outreach strategy, aligning with country office strategic priorities and the UNDP External Communications Action Plan.
 

Communication Products:

- Work with the KMCO to develop regular internal and external communications products for the project, including monthly project update reports.
- Where needed, support the design of infographics and visuals to enhance reader engagement of comms products.
 

Media Relations and Coverage:

- Work alongside the KMCO to maintain increased coverage and understanding of the project in Kenya through local and global media stories.
- Collaborate on identifying and developing storylines for publications including human interest stories, drafting substantive articles that contribute to and generate conversations on key development issues.
Digital Communications:

- Provide support to the Knowledge Management Officer in maintaining and enhancing the project's digital communications, including social media.
 

 

Competencies

1. Core Competencies

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

 

2. Functional & Technical competencies

 

Business Direction & Strategy

System Thinking

- Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system
 

Partnership Management

Strategic Engagement

- Ability to capture and sustain attention, interest and agreement of high-level, influential policy and decision makers and secure their buy-in of high-level vision and objectives
 

Business Development

Knowledge Facilitation

- Ability to animate individuals and communities of contributors to participate and share, particularly externally
 

Business Management

Client Satisfaction/Management

- Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns.
 

Business Management

Results-Based Management

- Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results
 

Business Management

Project Management

- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals
 

Business Management

Portfolio Management

- Ability to select, prioritize and control the organization as programmes and projects, in line with its strategic objectives and capacity; ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives and the maintenance of business-as-usual, while optimizing return on investment
 

 

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Education requirements

- Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, International Relations, Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or a related field.

Min. years of relevant work experience 

- No work experience required

Required skills 

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in digital communication tools and social media platforms.
- Computer literacy, including knowledge of basic design tools such as PowerPoint and Canva.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section Further, the interested applicants should be able to demonstrate:

- Active interest in peace, development, human rights in the Northeast region of Kenya
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment, with a willingness to travel to the project locations.
 

Required Language(s)

- Fluency in the English
 

The following documents shall be required from the applicants:

- Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.
- A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.
- Managers may ask (ad hoc) for any other materials relevant to pre-assessing the relevance of their experience, such as reports, presentations, publications, campaigns or other materials.

 

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Background

The duration of the assignment is until 31 December 2024. Whereas an external candidate will be offered a temporary appointment; subject to release agreements, staff members in UN Women may be administered as a temporary assignment and staff members in the UN Common system may be administered under a loan arrangement.

 

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women's rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women will lead and coordinate United Nations System efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It will provide strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States' priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors.

 

The Policy, Programme, and Intergovernmental Division (PPID) is responsible for providing the vision and strategic direction on UN Women's programmes and policy initiatives globally and integrated support to regional and country offices. UN Women's engagement with International Geneva reflects the deep partnership between the UN System and Switzerland, and an evolving ecology of international assistance and development. UN Women, as the recognized leader within the UN System for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls, partners with Geneva-based UN Agencies and Organizations to leverage UN-System wide resources and capabilities. UN Women Geneva presence is focused on invigorating its role in this vibrant network and contributing essential knowledge and influence to catalyze progress in line with international commitments and agreed-upon standards for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls across the fields of humanitarian action, human rights, disaster risk reduction, economic empowerment, as well as peace and security. Some of the main goals of the office are:

Lead the United Nations System commitment to gender equality, women's empowerment, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a new way that leverages the powerful complementarity of normative, coordination and operational elements of the organization's mandate; and ensure linkages across the humanitarian-development and peace/resilience agenda. 

Influence normative, inter-governmental decision-making processes to incorporate a gender perspective in the resolutions of the Human Rights Council and other relevant mechanisms and platforms, increasing collaboration among UN Women's partners and stakeholders including member states, UN agencies and civil society organizations. 

Catalyze results for advancing gender equality and women's empowerment commitments in sudden onset humanitarian emergencies and protracted crises through UN Women's membership in the Inter-Agency Standing Committee for Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance. 

In 2023, a record 339 million people need humanitarian assistance – a significant increase from 274 million people at the beginning of 2022.[[1]](https://outlook.office.com/owa/wopi/files/89bf65d6-09bf-413f-b6fb-2a73ba7f0ab6@unwomen.org/AQMkADg5YmY2NWQ2LTA5YmYtNDEzZi1iNmZiLTJhNzNiYTdmMGFiNgBGAAADdXhhQePVJE-rJF..t4iXiwcABPq4AUYqG0eDTacbby1bbQAAAgEMAAAABPq4AUYqG0eDTacbby1bbQAEMKOIlAAAAAESABAAx.IVl8ttCUmAX037FinNpA==_XoTuSW5E3AgBAQAAAAA=/WOPIServiceId_FP_EXCHANGE_ORGID/WOPIUserId_11abd2b4-49b9-4962-9eca-77f13fe3f9fc/20022024ob Description Communication Spec P3 TA_.docx#_ftn1) Across humanitarian contexts, the gendered impacts of crises are starkly evident, and too often ignored. In recognition of this, there is a sustained call for UN Women to strengthen its role in the humanitarian system, particularly in light of its ascension to the IASC in October 2022.

UN Women's Humanitarian Strategy 2022-2025 guides its response to the world's most complex humanitarian crises, seeking to leverage its triple mandate to support humanitarian actors deliver for women and girls. Through this strategy,

 

UN Women seeks to:

Facilitate the integration of gender equality, and the leadership of crisis affected women, into the coordination and implementation of UN-led humanitarian and refugee responses, to strengthen accountability to gender in humanitarian action commitments (Gender in Humanitarian Action coordination); and

Strengthen protection and livelihood support to crisis-affected women and girls. 

Strengthening strategic communications on gender impacts of humanitarian crises and UN Women's approaches and partnerships is included as a top priority in the operational plan guiding the implementation of UN Women's humanitarian strategy during the last two years of the Global Strategic Plan.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of director of UNWOMEN Geneva/Chief of Humanitarian section, the communication specialist will lead the communication and advocacy activities of the UNWOMEN Geneva office and will collaborate closely with the Headquarters, Regional, Multi-Country Office and Country Offices' (RO/MCO/CO) colleagues to ensure communications strategies, media relations and organizational outreach efforts are aligned with corporate communications policies and initiatives. The Communications Specialist also collaborates with RO/MCO and CO colleagues to support outreach campaigns, resource mobilization and donor relations initiatives with a strong focus on sudden onset emergencies and protracted displacement/humanitarian crises; The Communication Specialist mobilizes support in conjunction with intergovernmental processes and support the activities and special events organized for UN Women.

[[1]](https://outlook.office.com/owa/wopi/files/89bf65d6-09bf-413f-b6fb-2a73ba7f0ab6@unwomen.org/AQMkADg5YmY2NWQ2LTA5YmYtNDEzZi1iNmZiLTJhNzNiYTdmMGFiNgBGAAADdXhhQePVJE-rJF..t4iXiwcABPq4AUYqG0eDTacbby1bbQAAAgEMAAAABPq4AUYqG0eDTacbby1bbQAEMKOIlAAAAAESABAAx.IVl8ttCUmAX037FinNpA==_XoTuSW5E3AgBAQAAAAA=/WOPIServiceId_FP_EXCHANGE_ORGID/WOPIUserId_11abd2b4-49b9-4962-9eca-77f13fe3f9fc/20022024ob Description Communication Spec P3 TA_.docx#_ftnref1) OCHA (2022). Global Humanitarian Overview 2023. https://reliefweb.int/report/world/global-humanitarian-overview-2023-enaresfr. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

1. Lead the development and implementation of communication and outreach/advocacy strategies and plans, with a specific focus on media, including on communications in humanitarian crises

Conduct communication needs assessments for UNWOMEN Geneva office hosted thematic programme areas including projects, programmes and corporate change initiatives.

Design, develop, and implement communication and outreach/advocacy strategies, including media strategies; ensure gender perspective;

Integrate communication, advocacy and outreach strategies into proposals for project/programmes and other initiatives;

Monitor and analyze print and social media and prepare reports;

Launch in-country UN Women/ UN system corporate and local/regional campaigns and special events;

Provide advice and guidance to and coordinate with programme managers and team leads on the programme /project specific communication tools & strategies.

 

2. Lead the development and dissemination of advocacy materials in the UNWOMEN Geneva office with focus -among other areas- on UN Women's humanitarian programming in relation to GIHA coordination and service delivery as well as partnerships with local actors, including local women led organizations

Develop and produce communication and advocacy instruments and materials, including briefing materials, press releases, and articles and coordinate its dissemination through effective channels;

Identify and launch information opportunities, activities, approaches and platforms and partners;

Provide advice on advocacy materials and coordinate launching flagship initiatives and publications in the region;

Lead the engagement and supervision of video producers and other communication specialists to produce audio/ visual material on UN Women's work;

Develop brochures, factsheets, stories from the field to inform media and general public at the regional level;

Follow guidelines from and report to HQ.

 

3. Manage media relations for the UNWOMEN Office

Lead relationship building with press in country; maintain and update database of relevant press;

Respond timely and clearly to media inquiries and to a variety of inquiries and information requests; prepare related correspondence; identify topics, background information, news-related development and coverage of interest;

Organize roundtable discussions, press conferences, and briefing sessions with press;

Facilitate interviews with senior managers; connect media with UN Women subject experts;

Finalize talking points.

4. Build and maintain partnerships and maintain relations with donors

Identify and develop new communication partnerships and alliances to enhance visibility; manage and nurture existing partnerships including ensuring visibility of UN Women's approaches, results and partnerships in humanitarian settings;

Liaise with advocacy partners and undertake outreach to civil society organizations, governments, and other groups to ensure that newsworthy information reaches the public and donors;

Guide and collaborate closely with communication colleagues in other offices to ensure consistency with corporate policies, messaging and initiatives;

Submit packages for programme initiatives for donor review.

 

5. Oversee the UNWOMEN Geneva office online presence

Oversee and maintain UNWOMEN Geneva office websites and interanet page, including developing design and content;

Coordinate the office web-presence in the line with corporate web policy;

Oversee and manage Geneva office social media accounts in line with corporate social media policy.

 

6. Facilitate knowledge building and sharing

Identify and synthesize best practices and lessons learned from UNWOMEN Geneva office directly linked to programme goals and activities and ensure exchange of information;

Design and facilitate training on emergency communications also facilitating joint initiatives and dialogue with RO and CO communications specialists covering emergencies and humanitarian crisis contexts.

Provide training and workshops on communication and advocacy as appropriate.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation.

 

Competencies

 

Core Values:

- Respect for Diversity
- Integrity
- Professionalism
 

Core Competencies:

- Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
- Accountability
- Creative Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Inclusive Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leading by Example
Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's Core Values and Competencies: [https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values ](https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values)

 

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

- Ability to communicate sensitively, effectively, and creatively across different constituencies.
- Strong knowledge of managing web-based knowledge management systems
- Strong understanding of production, graphic design, and photography standards
- Strong knowledge of social media platforms and experience in social media outreach
- Strong oral and written communication and editing skills
- Strong communication, networking, and advocacy skills
- Ability to provide advice and be strategic and analytical, including on aspects related to communicating in crisis contexts
- Good knowledge of local country media landscape
- Knowledge of gender and human rights issues is desirable
 

Required Skills and Experience

 

Education and Certification:

- Master's degree (or equivalent) in communications, public relations, journalism or relevant field is required
- A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
 

Experience:

- At least 5 years of professional work experience at national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy, including in media relations;
- Experience in the use of social media;
- Experience in media relations is an asset.
 

Languages

Fluency in English is required.

Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

 

Application:

All applications must include (as an attachment) the completed UN Women Personal History form (P-11) which can be downloaded from: [https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/2022-07/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form-en.doc). Kindly note that the system will only allow one attachment. Applications without the completed UN Women P-11 form will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered for further assessment.

 

Note:

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

 

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel 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.

 

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UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

 

For every child, an advocate

UNICEF Niger country programme (CPD) 2023 – 2027 is aligned with Niger's Economic and Social Development Plan (PDES) 2022-2026 priorities, the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023-2027, UNICEF Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and UNICEF Gender Action Plan 2022-2025.

The CPD 2023-2027 aims to ensure a coordinated and targeted response to the dynamic context and challenges facing women and children in Niger. The vision of the programme is that all girls and boys, from birth through adolescence, survive, thrive, learn, develop to their full potential, are protected from all forms of violence and exploitation, and thus support to positive social change in their communities and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Niger is affected by multiple and complex humanitarian crises, both chronic and acute, including food and nutrition, natural disasters, epidemics and displacement of population due to conflicts in neighbouring countries (Nigeria, Mali and Burkina Faso) and to consequences of attacks by non- state armed groups. These poly-crises have a significant impact on the vulnerability of populations, which are often affected simultaneously by multiple shocks. The country is also regularly hit by severe floods which affect every year thousands of people.


UNICEF provides multi-sectoral responses to the crises affecting Niger and aims at strengthening the link between humanitarian interventions and resilience-building programmes, particularly in the Diffa Region. Nexus and Durable Solutions are the key words in UNICEF Niger approach.

Within this context, and in the framework of delivering as One UN, the Chief of Communication is responsible for ensuring that Niger Country Office has a clear communication strategy and associated work plan to advocate for child rights issues; strengthen political will in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives, and enhance the organization's credibility and brand. The Chief of Communication will support Niger Country Office (Niamey and zonal offices) to strategize and develop communication content from the national context that reflect and integrate UNICEF global advocacy priorities.

How can you make a difference?

Under the supervision of the Representative, the incumbent will be accountable for developing, managing, co-ordinating, networking, implementing and monitoring an advocacy and communication strategy and associated products and activities on on-going basis with public audiences, with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children's and women's rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the country office/regional office/media hub, and at a global level and those of the UN Country Team.

 

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:

1. Communication strategy
Ensure that the Niger Country Office has a clear communication strategy and associated work plan to support the country programme objectives and advocate for child rights issues; strengthen political will in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives, and enhance the organization's credibility and brand. The Chief of Communication will support Niger Country Office (Niamey and zonal offices) to strategize and develop communication content from the national context that reflect and integrate UNICEF global advocacy priorities.

 

Duties & Tasks

- Develop, maintain and update the country advocacy and communication strategy and associated work plan. Strategy and work plan include an environmental and stakeholder assessment; objectives; target audiences, messages and media mix; resources; specific actions, activities and products; monitoring and evaluation of impact, success and opportunity for improvement; ongoing refinement of the strategy.
- Draw on extensive strategy development experience and ensure optimum leverage and impact of communication activities on programme, policy and advocacy activities. UNICEF's rights- and results-based programming approach is appropriately reflected in the communication strategy, work plan and products. Strategy and work plan incorporate and reflect key programme priorities and processes.
- Ensure adequate and ongoing assessment of trends, social and political change and public interest. Factor these environmental variables back into communication strategy and refining its execution.
- Maintain close coordination with the Regional Communication Adviser, Regional Communication Specialists and HQ Communication team for effective overall collaboration in communication strategy.
2. Media relations

Ensure a well maintained and continually developed contact list of journalists and media outlets covering all media – print, TV, radio, web etc. – and a successful process of communicating and maintaining regular contact and close collaboration with the media to communicate the story of UNICEF's cooperation to a wider audience.

 

Duties & Tasks

- Promote a better understanding of, respect and support for children's and women's rights and issues by carrying out media, information and education activities in support of UNICEF-assisted development programmes or humanitarian efforts in the country.
- Develop, maintain and update media relations contact list/database.
- Establish, document, review and refine process of communicating with media contacts, including press conferences and events, issuing of media materials etc.
- Ensure rapid and accurate information dissemination to the media, National Committees, NGOs, the field and other appropriate audiences.
- Identify, develop, distribute and evaluate variety of media materials in multiple, appropriate formats. Ensure or enhance the quality, appropriateness of country specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages transmitted to the press, partners and public.
- Collaborate with mass media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.
- Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials and share results and findings.
- Maintain close collaboration with the Regional Communication Adviser, Regional Communication Specialists and HQ Communication team for effective overall coordination.
3. Networking and partnerships
Ensure a well maintained and continually developed contact list of individuals, groups, organizations and fora (including Government, UN, and bilateral counterparts), whose support is essential to/can assist in achieving the advocacy and communication objectives of the communication strategy.

 

Duties & Tasks

- Develop, maintain and update partners contact list/database.
- Establish, document, review and refine process of working collaboratively with partners, including meetings, joint projects, information sharing etc.
- Ensure or enhance the quality, consistency and appropriateness of country-specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages shared with partners.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment and through knowledge sharing.
- Monitor, evaluate and share results and findings with partners.
4. Celebrities and special events
Ensure a well maintained and continually developed contact list of appropriate, nationally-known personalities who have been identified, engaged and support UNICEF's effort and who actively participate in special events and activities that support country programme goals.

- Develop, maintain and update celebrities contact list/database.
- Establish, document, review and refine process of working with celebrities, including special events, media opportunities, field trips etc.
- Participate in global advocacy activities by planning visits of Goodwill Ambassadors, National Committee representatives, Executive Board members etc. including preparing information materials (e.g., press releases, programme summaries, country fact sheets and media kits), and necessary logistic arrangements. Highlight the achievements of the country programme. Maintain close collaboration with the Regional Communication Adviser, Regional Communication Specialists and HQ Communication for effective overall coordination.
5. Global priorities and campaigns
In addition to local/national campaigns, ensure an effective process in place for integrating and taking action on UNICEF's global communications priorities and campaigns, both disseminating these elements in a locally-appropriate way, as well as providing/enabling coverage of the work in the country for global use. Ensure the complementary use of social media platforms in moving forward national adaptations of global priorities and campaigns.

 

Duties & Tasks

- Support the UNICEF global communications objectives and strategies through development of complementary country specific and local community materials and activities. Work plan should anticipate the inclusion of work on global priorities and campaigns.
- Develop and deploy country office communication capacity to gather/facilitate the content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results.
- Ensure regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.
6. Resource mobilization support
Ensure that global and country level fund-raising activities are supported by effective advocacy and communication strategy and activities.

Duties & Tasks

- Mobilize country office communication capacity to support and gather/facilitate the gathering of content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results in support of fund-raising.
- Mobilize resources for fund-raising support by regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.
 

7. Management
Ensure that human resources (the communication team) and financial resources (budget planning, management and monitoring) are both effectively managed and optimally used.

Duties & Tasks

- Develop a work plan for communication activities, monitor compliance and provide support and guidance to ensure objectives are met.
- Plan and monitor the use of communication budgetary resources. Approve and monitor the overall allocation and disbursement and liquidation of funds. Take appropriate actions to optimize use of funds.
- Identify, recruit and supervise staff, technical resources and consultants as necessary. Conduct and Implement effective performance planning, monitoring, performance development programme as required.
- Ensure communication effectiveness, efficiency and delivery as well as a rigorous and transparent approach to planning, monitoring and evaluation.
 

8. Monitoring and evaluation
Ensure that communication baselines are established against which the achievement of objectives of the communication strategy are regularly evaluated; analysis is undertaken to continuously improve the effectiveness of communication strategy, approach and activities; results and reports are prepared and shared on a timely basis.

Duties & Tasks

- Provide technical support to ensure that a set of communication performance indicators is identified and adjusted as necessary, and these communication indicators are incorporated or fed forwarded in the Annual Management Plan, Annual Work Plan, etc.
- Conduct timely and accurate monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure the communications objectives are met and the strategy is effective.
- Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful communication experiences and share observations/findings with country, regional and HQ communication colleagues so that best practices benefit UNICEF's communication work.
 

9. Capacity building and support

Ensure that the Representative and the country programme team are provided with professional expertise and advice on all aspects of external relations communication as required; opportunities are identified and addressed for building communication capacity among country communication team, media and other relevant partners.

Duties & Tasks

- Advise UNICEF management, colleagues and staff on media strategy and implications for action and policies proposed.
- Support communication activities through knowledge management, information exchange and building capacity of the country communications team. Enable appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment, and developing training and orientation material.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training.
Impact of Results

The effective development and implementation of a clear communication strategy and associated work plans will bring children's issues into the public domain and strengthen political will in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives, and enhance the organization's credibility and directly impact the ability of UNICEF to promote social, political and economic action. This in turn contributes to enhancing the ability of UNICEF to fulfill its mission to achieve sustainable and concrete results in improving the survival, development and wellbeing of children in the country. Increased brand recognition and advocacy through communication and overall positioning in the country.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...

Advance university degree journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications.

*A first University Degree combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree in the field of journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications.

Eight years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in communication, print, broadcast, and/or new media.

Background/familiarity with Emergency situations is required.

UN / International NGO experience is an asset.

Fluency in French and English is required. Knowledge of another UN UN language is an added asset.

 

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: [UNICEF Values](https://www.unicef.org/careers/get-prepared#Values)

UNICEF competencies required for this post are...

- Builds and maintains partnerships;
- Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness;
- Drive to achieve results for impact;
- Innovates and embraces change;
- Manages ambiguity and complexity;
- Thinks and acts strategically ;
- Works collaboratively with others;
- Nurtures, leads and manages people;
During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: [competency framework here](https://www.unicef.org/careers/media/1041/file/UNICEF's_Competency_Framework.pdf).

UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. [The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone](https://www.unicef.org/careers/equity-inclusion-and-diversity-unicef), irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a [wide range of benefits to our staff](https://www.unicef.org/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing), including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and [reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities](https://www.unicef.org/careers/unicef-provides-reasonable-accommodation-job-candidates-and-personnel-disabilities). UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
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 is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. 

Remarks:

UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidate are encouraged to apply.

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.

All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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.

Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

 

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WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

 

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to end global hunger. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their shattered lives. Present in nearly 80 countries, the organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to nutritious food and contribute to the lasting solutions, especially in many of the world's most remote and fragile areas. We manage an operating budget of approximately $5.9 billion each year, distributing 12.6 billion rations to those most in need. We reach an average of 80 million people with food assistance in around 80 countries each year. 

 

World Food Programme, Regional Bureau for Southern Africa in Johannesburg is a Regional Office coordinating and supporting the delivery of humanitarian assistance to 13 Southern Africa countries including, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Botswana, Malawi, Madagascar, Democratic Republic of Congo, Congo Brazzaville, Tanzania, Angola.

To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org/ and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/WorldFoodProgramme), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-food-programme/posts/?feedView=all), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/worldfoodprogramme/?hl=en), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/WorldFoodProgramme/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/WFP?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author).
 
WHY WORK AT WFP

MEANINGFUL & IMPACTFUL CAREERS 
Our day to day work makes a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

 

CONTINOUS LEARNING & TRAINING 
We provide learning tools for our staff to continually develop their careers.

 

MULTICULTURAL & STIMULATING WORKING ENVIRONMENT
We encourage gender and cultural diversity to make our teams stronger.

 

GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

 

Overview 

You will learn about WFP and its culture through real-life work experience and we will provide you on-the-job training and performance feedback to kick-start your professional career.

Through this experience, you will develop new skills and make new connections that very well might provide professional references for you someday. 

 

Learning & Development:

You will work with professional teams and receive formal training and ongoing coaching. The Graduate Trainee will have access to an industry leading learning platforms. 

 

Networking opportunities:

You will get the chance to enrich your skills and work with people from different nationalities. Depending on available opportunities Graduate Trainees may travel to other locations for learning and exposure.

 

VACANCY DETAILS

Job Title: Graduate Trainee - Communications/External Relations

Unit / Division: External Relations

Duty Station: Maputo, Mozambique

Duration: 11 months

Salary & Benefits: Graduates will receive competitive monthly remuneration and Medical Aid 

 

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any of the following disciplines: Journalism, Development Studies, International Relations, Geography, Economics or any other relevant field. 

Qualification's must have been obtained within the previous year (2022) or current year (2023) with an academic average of at least 75%. 

The undergraduate or postgraduate qualification must be recognised by https://www.whed.net/home.php)


Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station (English) and in the duty station's language (Portuguese).

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

- Support the preparation of key corporate reports (Country Briefs, Situation Reports)
- As needed, support with the collection and analysis of information for the preparation of donor concept notes, proposals and ad-hoc reports.
- In collaboration with different technical units, update various factsheets which provide an overview of interventions, targeting various audiences
- Coordinate and diligently track donor requirements in terms of communication and visibility. 
- Contribute to strengthening financial and non-financial engagement with private sector actors and explore innovative financing opportunities
- Support prospection and identify innovative funding opportunities for Mozambique
- Facilitate and support the organization of donor missions and meetings as well as WFP internal missions.
- Support the preparation of briefing packages, presentations and meeting minutes related to donor meetings.
- Perform other activities needed.
 

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Applicants must:

- be national or permanent resident of the country in which the position is advertised.
- attach the following: a CV in English, University Transcript, Degree Certificate and Identity Document with application.
- not have a first-level family member working for WFP (parent, sibling, or child)
- have no work experience or up to a maximum of 12 months' post-graduate cumulative formal work experience (this excludes work undertaken during full-time studies)
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The deadline for applications is 17 March 2024

 

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service. 
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.
The Position:

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Representative, the Communications Specialist in Bangladesh Country Office implements the corporate communications strategy, designs, manages and facilitates the implementation of the Country Office communications and publication strategies with a view to influence the development agenda, to promote public and media outreach and to mobilize political and financial support for UNFPA.
 

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

 

Job Purpose:

The Communication Specialist leads UNFPA Bangladesh communication management and is responsible for ensuring development and effective implementation of UNFPA's knowledge and advocacy strategy. You will provide substantive communication support regarding UNFPA Bangladesh focus areas, e.g., sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender, adolescent and youth, humanitarian, population and development. You will be working closely with the UNFPA Representative, and be an integral part of the communications team, and engage closely and consistently with the whole country team to capture and communicate key knowledge from our country-wide work, using communications to accelerate our value and impact for the people we serve. You will manage the feedback loop, harvesting and systematizing UNFPA Bangladesh's lessons learned, and infuse these back to effective programming and operations, as well as using lessons learned in advocacy to effectively leverage new results. The Communications Specialist supervises and leads communications staff of the country office and has a regular working relationship with the Regional Communications Advisor. The Communications Specialist also works in close collaboration with the Country Office Programme and Operations teams, staff of other UN Agencies, UNFPA HQs staff (Communications Office) and Government officials, international and local media, subject matter experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society, ensuring successful UNFPA communication strategy implementation.

 

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education: 

Advanced university degree in digital communications, educational technology, journalism, public relations, or related fields.

 

Knowledge and Experience: 

- Minimum of 5 (five) years professional experience in the field of advocacy and online communications, web publishing, electronic networks or related fields; 
- Knowledge and expertise in UNFPA mandate areas a distinct advantage.
- Experience working in a multicultural and web-based environment;
- Demonstrated ability to develop and manage online applications;
- Demonstrated team player in an international team environment;
- Excellent English language writing and editing skills;
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
 

Languages: 

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of other official UN language is desirable.


 

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The position:

Under the direct supervision of the Internal Communications Specialist, Media and Communications Branch of the Division of Communications and Strategic Partnerships, the intern will support the branch/team in the areas of aspects related to the implementation and roll out of internal and corporate communications, initiatives and products, including the UNFPA global branding and communications strategies.

 

About UNFPA and how you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations, and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on womens' and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results. We need interns who are exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

 

You would be responsible for:

- Support all aspects of internal communications, including writing, editing and posting text and multimedia content, including feature articles and interviews, to online channels including myUNFPA internal platform, the Voices newsmagazine, newsletters and the communication toolkit.
- Support the implementation of deliverables of corporate brand and communications strategies, including research, production and management of digital and traditional products, presentation and promotion, and monitoring and evaluation.
- Conduct research and brainstorm ideas related to internal communications, branding, and other corporate communications.
- Assist the team in developing corporate communications strategies and resources to reach partners, influencers, and donors.
- Help organize training and events such as webinars and develop resource materials to train staff on communications strategies, programmes and corporate branding.
- Support the marketing and promotion of the corporate branding and communications strategies and related deliverables to staff worldwide.
- Manage and present analytics for internal channels and products, including the intranet and newsletters.
- Other relevant duties as assigned by the Chief and relevant members of the Media and Communications Branch.
 

Qualifying for an internship:

All interns must meet the following educational and other eligibility requirements:

Educational requirements

a. Be enrolled in a first university degree programme (such as bachelor's degree or equivalent) and have completed one full academic year;
b. Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as master's programme or higher);
c. Have recently graduated with a university degree as defined above and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation; or
d. Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional trainee programme and undertake the internship as part of this programme.

Other eligibility requirements

e. Demonstrate interest in the field of development;
f. Demonstrate written and spoken proficiency in at least one of the working languages of the United Nations (English or French) and fluency in the official language (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian or Spanish) of the UNFPA office; and
g. Demonstrate ability to adapt to new environments and to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.

 

Your experience:

- Applicants should have some related work experience. Experience in communications, marketing or public relations is a plus. 
- Applicants should have excellent writing and editing skills.
- Strong organizational and research skills are required.
- Applicants should have some knowledge of web production, social media and multimedia tools.
- Applicants should have excellent interpersonal communications and project management skills.
- Some experience in working with development agencies, including in volunteer capacity. 
- Fluency in English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset. 
- Strong analytical and writing skills.
- Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.
 

Learning elements:

Upon completion of the assignment, and depending on its duration, the Intern will gain the following knowledge assets:

- Understand the UN system
- Understand the mandate and policies of UNFPA
- Understand UNFPA programme and operations priorities
- Write, edit and produce multimedia coverage of issues and events for online channels
- Be proficient in a variety of online platforms and tools
- Work as a team member in a multicultural setting
 

Financial aspects:

Interns do not receive a salary or any other form of remuneration from UNFPA. The costs associated with an intern's participation in the programme must be assumed either by the nominating institution, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students, or by the students themselves, who will have to meet living expenses as well as make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and other requirements. However, they receive a stipend to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, if not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation, or scholarship programme. The stipend is based on the intern's agreed place of work, which may be different from the duty station of the hiring office in cases of remote arrangements.

In addition, applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the internship. Proof of insurance will need to be submitted before the internship begins. UNFPA does not provide medical insurance for interns. 

 

UNFPA work environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

 

Disclaimer:

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

 

How to apply:

Please email your resume and cover letter to voices@unfpa.org by 31 March 2024.

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 


UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

 

Background

CORPORATE BACKGROUND:

UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience to sustain development results.

UNDP is working to strengthen new frameworks for development, disaster risk reduction and climate change. We support countries' efforts to achieve the new Sustainable Development Goals, which will guide global development priorities through 2030. The key 2030 Agenda principle of leaving no one behind and stamping out inequality is at the core of everything we do. 

UNDP focuses on helping countries build and share solutions in three primary areas:

- Sustainable development
- Democratic governance and peacebuilding
- Climate and disaster resilience
In all our activities, we encourage the protection of human rights and the empowerment of women, minorities and the poorest and most vulnerable.

 

INTERNSHIP OFFICE BACKGROUND:

Internships offer a small group of outstanding undergraduate and graduate-level students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNDP's work. Internships are not alternative forms of employment. They are a way to offer young professionals the opportunity to complement their studies with hands on experience. This is excellent outreach for UNDP Philippines as well as a chance to have resources for a short period of time for focused contributions. It is the relationship of the work experience to their studies and/or their future academic or career ambitions which gives the internship assignment value.

They cannot be used to replace support staff or conduct strictly support functions. While some routine functions may be components of internship assignments, they are intended to be learning and developmental experiences that compliment advanced studies. Providing an opportunity to make substantive contributions to an office's work is an essential requirement of offices taking on interns.

The Youth Empowerment Project in Asia and the Pacific (YEP-AP) aims to invest in and empower young people across the region, to accelerate the implementation of SDGs. YEP-AP believes that youth can be leaders who create inclusive and equitable societies free of discrimination. They can make a positive difference by taking on the challenges through social innovation, mobilising their peers and communities, and creating adaptive and innovative solutions. YEP-AP focuses on youth political, social, and economic empowerment by building the capacities of young people and key stakeholders and creating safe, inclusive, and enabling environments for youth participation and civic engagement, especially for women and those from marginalised groups. UNDP is committed to help achieve the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and remains dedicated to its goal to help improve the lives of the poorest women and men, the marginalized and the disadvantaged in Philippines. From 2017-2022, the YEP-AP reached and engaged more than 11,000 young Filipinos with focus on underrepresented sectors, including out-of-school youth, youth affected by conflict, LGBTQIA+, differently abled and ethnic and religious minorities.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the YEP-AP Manager, the Interns will assist and support on the Communications and Advocacy efforts of said projects. Other tasks, such as but not limited to programmatic and operational tasks, may also be performed by the Interns. The Interns will work in close collaboration with various stakeholders of the projects, including programme and communications staff, government counterparts, private sector stakeholders, CSOs, and communications units of both the Country Office in the Philippines and the regional team at the Bangkok Regional Hub (BRH).

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Communications - 60%

- Support in co-designing the Communications Plan with partners and co-creating communications materials
- Support the execution of the Communications Plan and other relevant project initiatives;
- Support the creation of an Editorial Calendar
- Contribute to the development of (a.) visual communication products such as presentations, infographics, and social media cards; (b.) multimedia products such as animations, videos, and interactive content; 
- Monitor engagement and insights of communication materials; 
- Support content creation (teasers, event highlights, press releases, newsletters, etc.) for UNDP Philippines social media channels; and,
- Assist in the preparation of activity design, terms of reference, and other relevant documents for the production of communications materials
2. Event Management - 15%

- Provide administrative and logistical support to the organization of dialogues, presentations, meetings, and other events; 
- Support in the documentation of events
3. Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation - 15%

- Assist in mapping exercises;
- Monitor and update the stakeholders directory; 
- Support in conducting monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) activities such as, but not limited to, data collection, data visualization, work planning, progress reports, and impact management
4. Other - 10%

- Support the management of Online Volunteers in UNDP Philippines; and 
- Support other/ad hoc activities as requested by the supervisor
 

Competencies

Other competencies and attitude

- Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
- Shows initiative and thinks out-of-the box with a goal-oriented mindset;
- Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation;
- Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
- Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities; 
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view; and
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude showing willingness to learn.
 

Required Skills and Experience

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

- Currently in the final year of a Bachelor's degree; or
- Currently enrolled in a Master's degree; or
- Have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from Masters degree or equivalent studies
Field of study: Development Communications, Communications Research, International/Development Studies, Public Management/Administration, or any related fields is an advantage

 

Digital skills: 

- Proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools, preferably knowledgeable in Excel functions and SharePoint
- Proficient user of Adobe or other design tools for development of multimedia products;
- Knowledge of Kanban boards and/or other collaborative tools, or willing to learn their use; and
- Experienced in digital campaigns through platforms such as, but not limited to, MailChimp and Microsoft Sway
 

Language skills: 

- Fluency in Filipino and English required;
- Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage
 

INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS

- UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship;
- When necessary, interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
- When necessary, interns may be required to join official field missions outside of the duty station, at the expense of the appropriate project;
- Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship;
- Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan;
- Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
- Interns are expected to work full time, but flexibility is allowed for educational programmes;
- Interns need to obtain financing for subsistence and make their own arrangements for internship, travel, VISA, accommodation, etc.;
- Interns are expected to have their own equipment and connectivity; and
- Mobility arrangements (onsite or online) for interns will be agreed upon by the respective Project Managers with selected candidates, following the policy of the UNDP Philippines Country Office.
 

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Background

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 177 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges.

As the frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System, UNDP serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP's policy and programme work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office (CO) levels, forms a contiguous spectrum of deep, local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy.

Within this context, UNDP invests in a network of field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains and in support of the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in the Strategic Plan.

Enabling the network of expertise across the SDGs, within and beyond UNDP, SDG Integration is the team that influences, shapes, and activates platforms for intersectional collaboration for complex, multi-faceted, and 'frontier' issues in sustainable development. As such, the SDG Integration team is at the heart of UNDP's Global Policy Network (GPN). 

Under the guidance of the SDG Integration Communications Specialist, the Social Media and Communications intern will support the team's outreach and engagement across its digital platforms, providing expertise in daily social media tasks, including developing content in line with the editorial calendar, coordinating communications assets, visual design, metrics, reporting, and research.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the SDG Integration Communications Specialist, the intern will assist in the following areas:

Summary of key functions:

- Support the daily management of the SDG Integration Team's social media platforms (X and LinkedIn) by publishing and scheduling posts.
- Design engaging visual and written weekly content for social media platforms in coordination with the SDG Integration Communications Specialist.
- Monitor and track strategic engagement by collecting data and analyzing traction according to key performance indicators (KPIs), to support the expansion of the team's social media reach.
- Collaborate in the planning and maintenance of the team's editorial calendar.
- Proactively research and report on emerging trends and events across key target audiences, identifying new opportunities for increased visibility.
- Conduct research on new social media tools and best practices, providing insights into new dissemination approaches.
- Support visual design requests and deliverables.
- Provide ad-hoc support to the SDG Integration Communications Specialist.
 

Competencies

- Superior English writing and editing skills;
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task;
- Attention to detail is crucial;
- Responsible, responsive, and enthusiastic;
- Interest in global issues and the United Nations;
- Must be able to work in a multi-cultural environment and be aware of political sensitivities.
 

Required Skills and Experience

Education: Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: 

(a) Be enrolled in a graduate school Programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); 

(b) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree Programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent); 

(c) Have graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation.

 

Experience:

Social media management and content production are an asset.

Proficient in using tools like Adobe Suite, Canva, Trello, and others for multimedia content production.

 

Language:

Fluency in written and spoken English;

French and Spanish an asset.

 

Availability:

Must be available at least four days a week.

 

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UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Hope

 

How can you make a difference?

Support the RO communications both during emergencies but as well in the field of media relation, campaigns and developing the com related strategies. 

Purpose:

The incumbent is Accountable for developing, managing, coordinating, networking, implementing and monitoring an advocacy and communication strategy and associated products and activities on on-going basis with public audiences, with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children's and women's rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the country office/regional office/media hub, and at a global level and those of the UN Country Team.

 

Responsibilities and Tasks:

 Communication strategy

Develop, maintain and update the country advocacy and communication strategy and associated work plan. Strategy and work plan include: an environmental and stakeholder assessment; objectives; target audiences; messages and media mix; resources; specific actions, activities and products; monitoring and evaluation of impact; success and opportunity for improvement; ongoing refinement of the strategy.

UNICEF's rights- and results-based programming approach is appropriately reflected in the communication strategy, work plan and products.

Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination.

 

Media relations

Promote a better understanding of, respect and support for children's and women's rights and issues by carrying out media, information and education activities in support of UNICEF-assisted development programmes or humanitarian efforts in the country.

Develop, maintain and update media relations contact list/database.

Establish, document, review and refine process of communicating with media contacts, including press conferences and events, issuing of media materials etc.

Ensure rapid and accurate information dissemination to the media, National Committees, NGOs, the field and other appropriate audiences.

Identify, develop, distribute and evaluate variety of media materials in multiple, appropriate formats. Ensure or enhance the quality, appropriateness of country specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages transmitted to the press, partners and public.

Collaborate with mass media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.

Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials and share results and findings.

Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination.

 

Crises communication:

Provide guidance, coordination, and support with regard to advocacy and communication around major crises communication issues, including coordination with PFP, Natcoms, DGCA and media, and other UN agencies where necessary.

Develop with the concerned departments, including PFP and DGCA a crises com and Adv toolkit on steps to be taken within 72 hours of a crisis's situation in addition to roles and responsibilities of each entity.

Explore with the Humanitarian development of a Comms preparedness module to be part of the Emergency preparedness plan of COs and as well on the regional preparedness plan.

Support country offices in putting systems in place regarding management of reputational risks, including through identifying and mitigation risks.

Regular coordination and engagement on key issues and global/regional campaigns and on sensitive issues that cannot be communicated at CO level.

 

Networking and partnerships

Develop, maintain and update partners contact list/database.

Establish, document, review and refine process of working collaboratively with partners, including meetings, joint projects, information sharing etc.

Ensure or enhance the quality, consistency and appropriateness of country-specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages shared with partners.

Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment and through knowledge sharing.

Monitor, evaluate and share results and findings with partners.

 

Celebrities and special events

Develop, maintain and update celebrities contact list/database.

Establish, document, review and refine process of working with celebrities, including special events, media opportunities, field trips etc.

Participate in global advocacy activities by planning visits of Goodwill Ambassadors, National Committee representatives, Executive Board members etc. including preparing information materials (e.g., press releases, programme summaries, country fact sheets and media kits), and necessary logistic arrangements. Highlight the achievements of the country programme. Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination.

 

Global priorities and campaigns

Support the UNICEF global communications objectives and strategies through development of complementary country specific and local community materials and activities. Work plan should anticipate the inclusion of work on global priorities and campaigns.

Develop and deploy country office communication capacity to gather/facilitate the content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results.

Ensure regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.

 

Resource mobilization support

Mobilize country office communication capacity to support and gather/facilitate the gathering of content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results in support of fund-raising.

Mobilize resources for fund-raising support by regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.

Lead a close collaboration and coordination with the partnerships and resource mobilization team to develop a streamlined fundraising/communication vector, notably on individual giving and campaigns and as well with NatComs.

 

Management

Develop a work plan for communication activities, monitor compliance and provide support and guidance to ensure objectives are met.

Plan and monitor the use of communication budgetary resources. Approve and monitor the overall allocation and disbursement and liquidation of funds. Take appropriate actions to optimize use of funds.

Identify, recruit and supervise staff, technical resources and consultants as necessary. Conduct and Implement effective performance planning, monitoring, performance development programme as required.

Ensure communication effectiveness, efficiency and delivery as well as a rigorous and transparent approach to planning, monitoring and evaluation.

 

Monitoring and evaluation

Provide technical support to ensure that a set of communication performance indicators is identified and adjusted as necessary, and these communication indicators are incorporated or fed forwarded in the Annual Management Plan, Annual Work Plan, etc.

Conduct timely and accurate monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure the communications objectives are met and the strategy is effective.

Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful communication experiences and share observations/findings with country, regional and HQ communication colleagues so that best practices benefit UNICEF's communication work.

 

Capacity building and support

Advise UNICEF management, colleagues and staff on media strategy and implications for action and policies proposed.

Support communication activities through knowledge management, information exchange and building capacity of the country communications team. Enable appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment, and developing training and orientation material.

Assist the Programme Communication Officer in the development of communication tools and/or strategies.

Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training.

 

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?

Education

- Advanced university degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations.
- (*A first University Degree combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree in the field of journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications.)
Work Experience

- Eight years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in communication, print, broadcast, and/or new media.
- International and national work experience (for IP). Field work experience (for NO). Background/familiarity with Emergency situations.
Language

- Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
 

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are?

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.

UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
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 is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. 

 

Remarks:

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.

All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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.

Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


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OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The Division of the Regional Director (RDD) provides the visionary leadership and, together with BOS, supports the Country Offices and all the other Divisions in the efficient delivery of the EPW through agile transformation and implementing WHO Value Charter. RDD has the overall responsibility for the planning, execution and evaluation of WHO programmes at the regional and country levels and in strengthening the alignment and joint work across the three levels of the organization. It is the safeguard of the WHO Values Charter. It encompasses the enabling functions of resource mobilization and alliances, external relations and communications, and support to governing bodies of the European Region, in addition to organization development, staff development and learning, and transformation. It also specifically includes the representative function of WHO with the institutions of the European Union., the EURO Ombudsman who reports directly and independently to the Regional Director, and the committee on staff health and wellbeing. The European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies is at the forefront of international evidence generation and knowledge brokering for health policies and systems. Its mission is to support and promote evidence-informed health policy-making through comprehensive and rigorous analysis of the dynamics of health systems and policies in Europe. The Observatory's aim is to generate evidence and broker knowledge so that policy makers can take better health systems decisions and improve population health. Its objectives include: Describing and analyzing health systems and the changes they undergo; Mapping trends and making comparisons(including with relevant countries outside Europe) to support European policymaking; Mobilizing experience from practice across Europe to give insights into policy issues; Working in partnership with governments, international organizations, academics, policy-makers and practitioners to provide evidence and evidence-informed policy options to national and European policy-makers; Employing (and developing) a range of knowledge brokering tools to communicate effectively with policy-makers; Feeding evidence into the wider health policy debate. The Observatory is a partnership hosted by the WHO Regional Office for Europe. It includes the Governments of Austria, Belgium, Finland, Ireland, Norway, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom; the Veneto Region of Italy; the French National Union of Health Insurance Funds (UNCAM); the World Health Organization; the European Commission; the World Bank; the Health Foundation; the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE); and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). The Observatory consists of a Steering Committee, senior management team and staff. Its core Secretariat is in Brussels and it has offices in London at LSE and LSHTM and Berlin (TUB).

 

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Overall, the aim of the position is to reach policymakers and support technical colleagues in making evidence accessible. The postholder will unpack and communicate key messages; raise the profile and visibility of the Observatory; and foster communication and knowledge brokering networks. The post will also expand web and social media presence and use of new media to increase impact. The incumbent will contribute to the development of a more integrated media and dissemination strategy for Observatory outputs and activities and advise on social media and new tools to increase reach to its diverse target groups. The incumbent will perform the following key duties: Print related to write up key messages and content for dissemination for all Observatory outputs (Hit's, studies and briefs) to make findings accessible to the Observatory's target audiences on-line or in print to work with the publications officer and technical staff to put together integrated dissemination / media materials including flyers, fact sheets, press releases, slides, blurbs, web posts and tweets and other promotional materials to link print-related dissemination materials to the Observatory's web and social media presence. Digital and social mediator develop and maintain the Observatory's web site, producing content and coordinating updates to manage and expand the OBS e-newsletter, twitter and social media channels, developing the Observatory's position and presence and maintaining the organization's email contact lists to advise on any new developments or media that may be useful for communicating with OBS target audiences (video, webcasts, webinar, pod casts, etc.), delivering agreed innovations to liaise with the Regional Office, HQ and external contacts on all web and platform developments, guiding and supporting any web developers and ICT consultants Face to face interaction to identify key opportunities and events for communicating and disseminating Observatory products, helping target presentations to raise the Observatory's profile in key settings to work with the publication and face-to-face dissemination teams and technical staff to deliver high quality events to promote and support Observatory work (publication launches, conferences) to sustain and develop relevant networks, including by following and influencing the communication and dissemination activities of related, Brussels-based and European networks and organizations, attending events on behalf of the Observatory when appropriate. Any other duties to monitor, OBS communication and dissemination activities and advise senior colleagues on scope for improvement to support internal communication between the Observatory hubs and with the Observatory partners to build relationships and coordinate with key EURO and HQ WHO colleagues on all communications-related business to participate in appropriate Observatory meetings and coordination activities, working closely with the publications and face-to-face dissemination and IT teams to take on any other duties as required.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: University degree (at Bachelor's level) in communication science, journalism, media studies or another related field.
Desirable: Master's degree in one of the above-mentioned areas.

 

Experience

Essential: At least two years of experience in communications and / or knowledge brokering, preferably with health policy networks and / or the Brussels' EU environment. Experience in providing written content for dissemination to a target audience, managing newsletters and social media, managing websites / communication platforms. Proven track record in organizing events, such as publication launches, or similar. Demonstrated experience with shaping dissemination and promotional material.
Desirable: Experience in the area of communications within the United Nations. Experience in delivering communications training. Experience in the Brussels 'EU communications and policy environment.

 

Skills

Demonstrated ability to write communicative texts. Technical knowledge of health systems and policies. Technical skills with ICT tools for communication and knowledge transfer. Demonstrated knowledge of web content management and of twitter. Insights into web statistics, search engine optimization, content management systems. Emotional intelligence; Ability to identify and manage one's own emotions, as well as helping others to do the same; ability to work in a complex and high-paced environment.

 

WHO Competencies

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment

 

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of French, Russian, German.

 

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 50,377 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station, and currently amounts to USD 2128 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.

The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion are strongly encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int

An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the [WHO Values Charter](https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with WHO and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Candidates appointed to an international post with WHO are subject to mobility and may be assigned to any activity or duty station of the Organization throughout the world.

WHO also offers wide range of benefits to staff, including parental leave and attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully.

The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.

Please note that WHO's contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [shws@who.int](mailto: shws@who.int).

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

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Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a 'leave no one behind' approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and [inspiring stories.](https://www.undp.org/careers)

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.


The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Unit of Information and Technology Management (ITM) in Copenhagen plays a vital role in advancing UNDP's digital transformation agenda. ITM supports UNDP Country Offices with the implementation of digital and green energy solutions, to achieve sustainable development goals on a global scale while enhancing value delivery to partners. The Graphic Design Internship will support ITM's Communication and Change Management team, specifically for the team's expanded communication services offering for UNDP units. 

Our Unit offers a stimulating and versatile internship in an international environment with contact to various partners from more than 170 countries with UNDP presence. We are a team who work in a dynamic and informal atmosphere, and we expect our interns to become vital members of the team. The UNDP/ITM Graphic Design Internship programme enhances the academic life experience of passionate students as interns and empowers them to become socially responsible, innovative, and environmentally conscious leaders of tomorrow. As an intern, you will also gain worldwide connections with other top-talented interns and UN staff and be given tasks and opportunities that have a direct global impact on international development efforts. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

- Conceptualize and create a wide variety of high-impact digital and print products, such as banners, icons, one-pagers, information pamphlets, and rollup banners to support any initiatives; 
- Develop reusable branded templates for Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, email headers, footers, newsletter layouts, training materials, etc.; 
- Assist with the development and adoption of internal brand – including visual identities, logos, colour palettes, and iconography, etc.; 
- Support visual development for intranet enhancement and produce community of practice materials to promote UNDP's value proposition internally; 
- Prepare graphic and visual content for the development of videos and motion graphic products; 
- Support to format, design the layout of annual reports, based on the available content, data and reporting information, and input from stakeholders/clients; 
- Propose and implement creative and engaging solutions for data visualizations, infographics, maps and other visuals; 
- Ensure that all publications and other communications materials are produced in line with the UNDP visual style guide; 
- Any other related tasks may be required or assigned by the supervisor
 

Competencies

- Design: Able to develop and create communication material (such as icons, logos, infographics, templates, etc.); 
- Communication: Understands internal communications and can produce visual communications material for a variety of contexts and formats; 
- Quick Learner: Quickly grasps and applies new knowledge, skills, and procedures to efficiently execute tasks and contribute to projects with minimal supervision or training; 
- Collaboration: Works effectively with different personalities across a variety of social and professional situations, displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability; 
- Creativity: Able to generate novel and useful ideas and solutions to problems and challenges; 
- Problem Solving: Has a proactive hands-on approach, also when operating with limited information; 
- Motivation: Has an interest in working in an international organization; 
- Independence: Able to work independently and with tight deadlines. 
 

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

- You are currently in the final year of your Bachelor's degree; or 
- You are currently enrolled in a Master's degree; or 
- You have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a master's degree or equivalent studies in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, Motion Graphics & Animation, Interaction Design, Illustration, or related fields
Experience:

- A strong portfolio showcasing previous design projects is required. Please include this with your CV when applying. 
- Proficient with graphic design tools within Adobe Creative Cloud (i.e., Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign) is required. Experience with other design tools such as Figma and Cinema 4D is an advantage. 
- Experience with brand development and brand management is required. 
- Proficient user of Microsoft 365 tools (Word, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint, etc.) is an advantage. 
- Experience with motion graphics and animations is an advantage. 
- Basic knowledge in photography is an advantage. 
- Any previous experience working within the UN system, NGOs or international organizations is an advantage. 
- Experience working as part of design/creative team and project management is an advantage. 
- Fluent in written and spoken English is required. Working Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage. 
 

Disclaimer

[Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)](https://jobs.undp.org/cj_us_permanent_card_holders.cfm) 

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. 

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.


 

Applicant information about UNDP rosters
 

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.


 

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 


 

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Background

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

 

Scope of Work ;

A significant element of the Strategic Note is an enhanced strategic approach to advocacy and communications, with the aim of increasing the visibility of Country Office and public awareness of both success stories and the specific gaps and challenges to gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls in Sudan. It is imperative that communications methodologies adopted by Country Office are suited to the country context and able to attract and support the engagement of diverse stakeholder groups, including youth, civil society, national and regional authorities etc. Sudan CO's communications activities will also support effective advocacy and aim to strengthen and expand partnerships with diverse stakeholders in the country and internationally.

Reporting to the Communications Analyst, the Communications Intern supports the formulation and implementation of the communications and advocacy strategies to increase the standing and awareness of UN Women with partners, the media and the public. The Communications Intern promotes a client-oriented approach in UN Women.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Description of Responsibilities and Deliverable:

- Supports the CO to develop communication materials and support in communication efforts:
- Under the guidance of the Communication Analyst, the intern will support teams in the Country office to develop communication materials such as presentations, templates, etc.
- Will assist the Communications Analyst in communications activities such as events, launches, review processes of UN Women illustrated annual report .
Deliverables:

- Monthly summary of finished communications, and materials, pieces, URLs for materials published online
 

2. Monitoring of social media channels and development of monthly social media reports:

- Under the guidance of the Communications Analyst, supports the CO social media channels through monthly reporting on reach, engagement and performance of social media campaigns and posts.
- Monitoring all social media channels and engaging audience as necessary
 

Deliverables

- Monthly report for all CO social media channels. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and posts for LinkedIn
 

3.Development and scheduling of high-quality communication materials:

- Support programme teams through the communications Analyst to identify and develop key external communication materials, including thematic briefs, statements, brochures, posters, videos, photography, infographics, etc.;
- Schedule content on different channels as needed
Deliverable:

- Production of high-quality advocacy and communication materials
 

Competencies

Core Values:

- Respect for Diversity
- Integrity
- Professionalism
 

Core Competencies:

- Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
- Accountability
- Creative Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Inclusive Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leading by Example
Please visit this link for more information on UN Women's [Core Values and Competencies](https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values):

https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values

 

Functional Competencies:

- Ability to communicate sensitively, effectively and creatively across different constituencies
- Good knowledge of web-based knowledge management systems
- Good understanding of production, graphic design and photography standards
- Good knowledge of social media platforms and experience in social media outreach
- Good knowledge of local country media landscape
- Good communication, presentation, networking and advocacy skills
- Ability to be strategic and analytical
- Knowledge of gender and human rights issues desirable
 

Required Skills and Experience

 

Education:

- University studies in one of the following disciplines: Communications, Journalism or related field,
- or other relevant subjects is required.
- Meet one of the following:
- Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
- Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a two-year period of graduation; or
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program which is part of a degree Programme and undertake the internship as part of the program requirements.
Language:

- Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English are required;
- Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
 

Renumeration:

Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic living costs for the duration of the internship.

 

Application Information:

- All applicants must submit a completed and signed [P.11 form](https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About Us/Employment/UN-Women-P11-Personal-History-Form.doc) with their application.
- Due to the high volume of applications received, UN Women can ONLY contact successful candidates.
- The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of enrollment in a valid health insurance plan at the duty station of the internship, proof of school enrollment or degree, a scanned copy of their passport/national ID and a copy of a valid visa (as applicable). 
 

Note:

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need. 

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application. 

 

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