Communications Specialist

Overview

Supports the development and delivery of communications materials to enhance the visibility, positioning and impact of UNAOC. Contributes to communication planning, content creation, media engagement, digital outreach, and knowledge sharing.

Tasks Summary

• Provide support in developing, writing and preparing written materials for delivery by the High Representative.
• Draft speeches, statements and talking points for the High Representative and Director.
• Research, analyze and present information gathered from diverse sources.
• Manage communications between senior management and external audiences, including the media.
• Monitor and analyze daily media for stories and opportunities related to organizational activities.
• Write articles and opinion pieces on behalf of the High Representative.
• Maintain and update a database of relevant media contacts.
• Perform day-to-day tactical communications such as social media posts, newsletters, and digital features.
• Draft and edit press releases, newsletters, web content and social media posts.
• Prepare, support, or oversee the production of a diverse range of communication products.
• Oversee the production and design of reports, multimedia products and microsites.
• Write prefaces and forewords for UNAOC publications.
• Draft, review, edit, and proofread reports and other written products.
• Support coordination of media and social media coverage of UNAOC meetings and events.
• Work closely with programme and project counterparts to enhance visibility and contribute to advocacy of policy priorities.
• Collaborate with UN departments, funds and agencies to develop and implement system-wide campaigns.
• Support outreach efforts by coordinating with partners and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as may be reasonably required.

Experience Requirements

• Professional experience at the international level in communications, media strategy, programme management, policy support, journalism, public information, or related fields.
• Experience in writing speeches for senior or high-level officials within strict deadlines is required.
• Experience in social media and monitoring impact is required.
• Experience in communicating with the media is required.
• Experience in the United Nations system or a similar international organization is desirable.
• Experience in the development and implementation of communication projects and plans is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) preferably in journalism, communications, public information, business administration, management, social sciences, political science or in a field related to the post description with five (5) years of relevant experience is required; OR
• A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree) preferably in journalism, communications, public information, business administration, management, social sciences, political science or in a field related to the post description with seven (7) years of relevant experience is desirable.

Other Details

Languages Required: • English Fluent Required

Languages Preferred: • Arabic Basic Desirable • Chinese, Mandarin Basic Desirable • French Basic Desirable • Spanish Basic Desirable • Russian Basic Desirable

Contract Duration: Ongoing contract (subject to good performance, availability of funds, organizational requirements and project duration)

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