Communication Officer

United Nations Children's Fund

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The purpose of this position is to plan and produce innovative UNICEF Supply-related content for publication across all external platforms. This involves content production for the external annual report and for web-based platforms including social media, as well as the production of material for campaigns and visits by media, donors and partners, and other outward facing activities. The use of content-based analytics should serve to increase audience and supporter engagement strategies.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

In close coordination with the P5, Chief of Communication, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

  • Create editorial and production plans for external platforms based on SD priorities.
  • Source content and produce copy in all multi-media formats / adapt UNICEF globally produced packages for publication to communicate UNICEF Supply’s contribution to realizing the UNICEF mandate.
  • Write content for the external annual report.
  • Use relevant software, such as Hootsuite and web-analytics, to improve content for increased audience and social media supporter engagement.
  • Production of press releases, FAQs and other products for briefings and media requests. Field media requests and support interview processes including proofing and sign-off.
  • Prepare materials (including programme summaries, fact sheets and media kits) for the visit of Goodwill Ambassadors, donors, National Committee representatives and other special interest groups.
  • Assist in collaborating with the 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.
  • Help organizing and generating public support for special events and activities to promote SD goals through content production.
  • Create weekly press clippings related to UNICEF Supply.
  • Conduct social media monitoring and training.
  • Support external visits and events.
  • Any other duties and tasks assigned as part of the workplan of the unit and of the incumbent.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Education:

  • University degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the field of journalism or communication, public relations, or a related field.
Work Experience:
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience writing and editing for both web and print
  • Demonstrated experience of working with social media management
  • Experience of working at a UN organization is an asset
  • Experience in sourcing, writing, and editing for web and print
Languages:
  • Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.

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