Title Communications Associate
Job ID 20373
End Date 31/01/2019
Duty Station Zanzibar, Tanzania, United Republic of
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of UN Area Coordinator (UNAC), the NUNV
will support coordination and implementation of the UNCG communications
strategy for the Zanzibar Joint Programme with support from UNRCO and
undertake the following tasks:
a. Make UN work in Zanzibar “visible” through the media and publications
by engaging in national and UN related events in Zanzibar.
b. Document best practices and human interest stories consistent with the joint program practice template.
c. Facilitate the engagement of “media” and other partners ( youth) in
key strategic events of joint UN work consistent with activities as
reflected in the ZJP communication strategy.
d. Participate in focus group discussions,
workshops, outreach meetings and engage young people to jointly raise
awareness on the linkage of supported initiatives with SDGs.
e. In collaboration with UNCG,
document joint UN results in Zanzibar and publish articles on results
being achieved in Zanzibar by UN Agencies in UMOJA and other media
platforms.
f. Agree on the format for branding of joint activities/ and bring all
UN agencies in Zanzibar on board with branding initiatives.
g. Support in the drafting of speeches for various UN-led events in Zanzibar.
h. Support UN agencies in message development for ZJP thematic area critical in informing the communication strategy of the ZJP.
i. Support the development of ZJP thematic factsheets with information of basic data for each sector, and periodically update this information.
i. Support the development of ZJP thematic factsheets with information of basic data for each sector, and periodically update this information.
j. Strengthen the capacity of Zanzibar UN Sub–Office on how to
communicate results, as well as continuously engaging with respective UN
agency media designated focal point.
k. In collaboration with UN agencies, participate in outreach, advocacy
and pursue partnerships in support of the UN supported intiatives
including the Zanzibar Joint Programme, and articulate the linkage
between program support and SDGs.
l. Perform any other tasks as required by the UNAC and the UNCG.
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:
• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of
volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take
active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark IVD);
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
• Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are
undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for
UNVpublications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or
encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV
Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Competencies
• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented.
• Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations.
• Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
• Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.
• Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender;
• Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary;
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
Required Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, community development, mass communication, journalism or any other related field.
• Minimum of 3 year professional experience. Prior experience in international organizations preferred. Knowledge of the SDGs is an added advantage.
• Experience with organizing and coordinating meetings, conferences and events
• Able to prioritize work, multi-task and meet deadlines;
• Good understanding of media landscape in Tanzania
• Strong interpersonal skills and flexibility, responsibility, integrity, team work, self-motivate.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Adequate multi-media skills including social media use.
• Fluent in both verbal and written English and Kiswahili.
• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded;
• Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others);
Disclaimer
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme which welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture.
• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented.
• Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations.
• Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
• Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.
• Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender;
• Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary;
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
Required Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, community development, mass communication, journalism or any other related field.
• Minimum of 3 year professional experience. Prior experience in international organizations preferred. Knowledge of the SDGs is an added advantage.
• Experience with organizing and coordinating meetings, conferences and events
• Able to prioritize work, multi-task and meet deadlines;
• Good understanding of media landscape in Tanzania
• Strong interpersonal skills and flexibility, responsibility, integrity, team work, self-motivate.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Adequate multi-media skills including social media use.
• Fluent in both verbal and written English and Kiswahili.
• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded;
• Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others);
Disclaimer
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme which welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture.
