Communications Jobs At UNDP

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, One UN Communications Team (P-5), assists in the conceptualization, planning, execution and monitoring of internal communication and content creation in support of the work of the larger One UN Communications Team with specific focus on supporting the UN-RC(O). Provides quality English writing and editing services in support of all participating agencies.

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
(WRITER/EDITOR/INTERNAL COMMUNICATION)
Deadline:04th September 2009

Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:

* Provides input to content creation and internal communication activities
* Develops internal communications strategy and assists with implementation
* Drafts and edits advocacy/information materials
* Drafting, editing and writing speeches for UN Resident Coordinator
* Develops and maintains the UN-wide intranet and UN-wide website
* Helps organize events and activities to promote the UN and One UN in Viet Nam

Function / Expected Results - Delivers input to the planning and development of the content creation and internal communication activities in the context of the strategic communication plans for UN-wide, One UN and agency specific communication, with a specific focus to support the work of UN-RCO.

Function / Expected Results - Develops and drafts the internal communications strategy in close collaboration with the General Liaison Officer and the Communication Officer (Intranet) for UN Viet Nam and assists with the implementation. Provides advice to UN-RC(O) on effective advocacy and communication strategies for One UN and UN-wide agendas.

Function / Expected Results - Drafts and edits (English) articles, press releases, human interest stories and other advocacy/information materials for both web-based and traditional media, as appropriate, for UN-wide, One UN and agency specific communication.

Function / Expected Results - Is responsible for drafting, editing, writing speeches and statements in direct support to the UN Resident Coordinator.

Function / Expected Results - Develops in collaboration with communications officer (intranet) a plan to establish a UN-wide intranet for UN Vietnam. Develops and maintains the UN-wide intranet and UN-wide website, also in close consultation with Communications Officer (online, new media and publications).

Function / Expected Results – Performs different tasks to organize and generate public support for special events and activities to promote the UN and One UN in Viet Nam.

Impact of Results:

* Decisions on appropriate communication methodologies and approaches, and technical resources are required, and this, along with the quality and appropriateness of information materials produced, will affect the achievement of the country programme and organizational goals. Recommendations on appropriate communication strategies will help to support UN's mission in the country.

Competencies

* Excellent writing and editing skills in English;
* General ability to express clearly and concisely ideas and concepts in written and oral form; specific skills in writing press releases and articles/stories for traditional and electronic media;
* Proven ability to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas, as well as impart knowledge and teach skills;
* Excellent knowledge of computer systems and Microsoft Office applications. An excellent command of internet navigation, Word Processing, PowerPoint, Database search and interactive digital media;
* Proven ability to work as part of a team;
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills;
* Excellent organizational skills;
* Ability to plan and work in high-pressure situation under tight deadlines.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

* Advanced university degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations; or equivalent professional work experience in the communication area, combined with an advanced university degree in a related discipline.

Experience:

* Five years progressively responsible professional work experience in communication, print and broadcast media or interactive digital media, of which two years should be in developing countries, with extensive experience in speech and press release writing and editing.

Language Requirements:

* Fluency in English and another UN language required. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.

Qualified women are encouraged to apply.