Communication Associate, G-6, FT, Gaza, State of Palestine - MENA

Job no: 593931

Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment

Duty Station: Gaza

Location: State of Palestine (SoP)

Categories: Communication

How can you make a difference?

Support to communication, planning and execution

Collects information, conducts interviews of beneficiaries and partners to contribute to the drafting of human-interest stories, photo essays, related duties/tasks: videos, social media posts and other relevant communication products.

Helps organize and generate public support for special events and activities; assists in the preparation of communication materials for briefing and visits of media, goodwill ambassadors, donors, National Committee representatives and other special interest groups. Assists in the planning, logistic and administrative arrangements for them.

Assists in updating content on UNICEF social media platforms (local website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc.) in English and Arabic.

Assists in developing and maintaining close collaboration with mass media, as well as with groups and organizations whose support is essential to the achievement of advocacy, partnerships and communications objectives.

Support to Communication Service delivery

Liaises with contractors (photographers, video crews, writers, translators, designers and printing companies, etc.). Assists in the preparation, production and editing of communication, advocacy and partnerships assets produced by contractors / LTAs, and oversees the qualitative aspects of production, (e.g., quality control, translations, reviews of layout, graphic design and printing) done by them.

Assists in the review of communication, advocacy, visibility products to ensure quality control and adherence to UNICEF standards.

Assists in the monitoring of the appropriate and timely dissemination of advocacy, partnerships and communications materials to target audiences.

Establishes/maintains an up-to-date documentation center for publications, press releases and clippings, as well as photographic and audio-visual materials (photo library) and mailing lists.

Support in Managing Programme Results

Plans and issues payments, follows up on cash advance, liquidation and budget,

Summarizes information reflecting current obligations and future programme and/or budgetary implications; organizes data and information,

Prepare and maintain records, document and control plans for the monitoring of communication strategy implementation. Administrative and clerical support

Scrutinizes plans of operations, exchanges of letters and takes appropriate follow-up action. Assists in the administrative process of requests for assistance.

May be required to carry out specific administrative operational/control tasks for project/programme activities.

Performs other duties as required.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: Communication Associate GS6 Gaza - 114112.pdf

Minimum Requirements

Education: Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the field of work.

Work Experience: A minimum of six years of relevant administrative or clerical work experience is required.

Skills: Communication, Collaboration, Partnerships, Working with people, Drive for results, Technical expertise.

Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Desirables

Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

University courses in communications, technical training in media production, experience in media relations, experience in social media management, experience in content creation, experience in event logistics, knowledge of graphic design, experience with photo and video editing, experience working with donors and ambassadors.

Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.

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

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.

UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2. If you are selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption; otherwise the selection will be canceled.

Remarks
As per 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.

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