TRAININGS, PR AND OUTREACH SPECIALIST |
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Tashkent, UZBEKISTAN |
| Application Deadline : | 04-Jul-12 |
| Additional Category | Democratic Governance |
| Type of Contract : | Service Contract |
| Post Level : | SC-7 |
Languages Required :
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English Russian |
| Duration of Initial Contract : | 6 months (with possible extension subject to satisfactory performance) | | Expected Duration of Assignment : | 6 months (with possible extension subject to satisfactory performance) |
Background |
Project Title/Department Social Innovation and Volunteerism in Uzbekistan
Work status (full time / part time): Full-time
Reports To: Project Manager
The main goal of the project is to establish an enabling environment for the empowerment of youth and promotion of community based volunteerism as the platform to forge collaboration, spotting talents, introducing social innovation tools for youth engagement. In addition, special emphasis will be made for providing evidence of value-added youth-led development and encouraging organizations to launch volunteer programmes for young people. As the result of the project, urban and rural youth will be better equipped with necessary practical skills and knowledge for self-determination, and participate more actively in development processes of their communities and the country.
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and in close cooperation with the project team Trainings, PR and Outreach Specialist is fully responsible for the fulfillment of the below functions and duties:
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Duties and Responsibilities |
- Coordinates development of training modules for project beneficiaries based on preliminary needs assessment;
- Organizes various capacity building events (trainings, workshops, conferences, etc.) for project beneficiaries on effective communication, outreach and youth involvement, leadership, civic skills, etc.
- Collects feedback from beneficiaries on conducted trainings to ensure that their learning needs are duly addressed; conducts regular surveys to measure the progress achieved against set learning targets;
- Conducts nation-wide essay and debates competitions on socially important topics;
- Develops relevant promotional materials in cooperation with a designer (clips, brochures, banners, posters, etc.), organizes their production and facilitates the dissemination all over the country;
- Keeps abreast of national and international practices in public awareness raising on youth related issues and applies best practices within project activities;
- Organizes media coverage of project-related events as well as preparation of press-releases, statements and media-kits where required;
- Assists in drafting talking points for opening speeches, statements and others when requested;
- Assists with photographing and video where necessary;
- Closely liaises with UNDP Good Governance Unit and CO Communications Associate to update on events;
- Conducts media monitoring and press-clipping, finding reports in the areas of interest to the project and circulate them among project staff;
- Creates contacts database of all stakeholders participated in projects’ outreach activities to ensure effective follow-up;
- Coordinates common style, design and usage of project information, UNDP and UNV logo in all project printing materials and publications;
- Ensures that all draft documents and publications/materials receive prior clearance from the Project Manager and the Good Governance Unit before further dissemination;
- Mainstreams gender and human rights based approaches;Performs other duties related to the scope of the scope of work of Trainings, PR & Outreach Specialist as required.
- Coordinates development of training modules for project beneficiaries based on preliminary needs assessment;
- Organizes various capacity building events (trainings, workshops, conferences, etc.) for project beneficiaries on effective communication, outreach and youth involvement, leadership, civic skills, etc.
- Collects feedback from beneficiaries on conducted trainings to ensure that their learning needs are duly addressed; conducts regular surveys to measure the progress achieved against set learning targets;
- Conducts nation-wide essay and debates competitions on socially important topics;
- Develops relevant promotional materials in cooperation with a designer (clips, brochures, banners, posters, etc.), organizes their production and facilitates the dissemination all over the country;
- Keeps abreast of national and international practices in public awareness raising on youth related issues and applies best practices within project activities;
- Organizes media coverage of project-related events as well as preparation of press-releases, statements and media-kits where required;
- Assists in drafting talking points for opening speeches, statements and others when requested;
- Assists with photographing and video where necessary;
- Closely liaises with UNDP Good Governance Unit and CO Communications Associate to update on events;
- Conducts media monitoring and press-clipping, finding reports in the areas of interest to the project and circulate them among project staff;
- Creates contacts database of all stakeholders participated in projects’ outreach activities to ensure effective follow-up;
- Coordinates common style, design and usage of project information, UNDP and UNV logo in all project printing materials and publications;
- Ensures that all draft documents and publications/materials receive prior clearance from the Project Manager and the Good Governance Unit before further dissemination;
- Mainstreams gender and human rights based approaches;
- Performs other duties related to the scope of the scope of work of Trainings, PR & Outreach Specialist as required.
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Competencies |
Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning
- Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the team through leadership and personal example
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Development and Operational Effectiveness
- Ability to lead planning, results-based management and reporting
- Practical knowledge and skills for resource mobilization focusing on multilateral and bilateral donors
Leadership and Self-Management
- Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
- Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
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Required Skills and Experience |
Education: University degree in Education, Management, Journalism, PR & Communications or other related area
Experience: At least 3 years of relevant work experience in development of training modules and trainings delivery, PR, communications and outreach (experience with international organizations is an asset)
Language Requirements: Fluency in English, proficiency in Russian and Uzbek
Others: ?ultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Ability to mobilize interest and support with a wide range of audiences;
Excellent communication and advocacy skills;
Experience in organization of PR campaigns is an asset;
Proficiency in writing, editing and presentation skills;
Creativity and artistic/design skills are a must;
Understanding of development issues and human rights,
Knowledge of basic gender concepts, gender issues in the country;
Strong computer skills (MS Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and other Design programs,
Good ability in partnering and networking and ability to work in a team;
Excellent interpersonal and cross cultural communication skills;
Work experience with UN or other international/donor agencies is preferable;
Willingness to travel to the regions;
Initiative, analytical judgment, ability to work under pressure, results oriented, ability to work in a team, ethics and honesty.
Application Process:
All interested and qualified candidates are required to apply on-line through the UNDP website at www.undp.uz. The UNDP will only accept applications submitted on-line.
Please ensure that before making on-line application you have completed the UNDP Personal History Form (P11). The electronic version of the P11 can be downloaded from http://www.undp.uz (Vacancies Section). The completed (P11) further to be uploaded while applying on-line.
The deadline for submission of application is COB, 04 July, 2012. Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date (04 July, 2012) will not be given consideration. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be notified.
For more detailed information about UNDP Uzbekistan please visit our website at www.undp.uz. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified female candidates, people with disabilities, and minorities are highly encouraged to apply. UNDP Balance in Manage Policy promotes achievement of gender balance among its staff at all levels.
The position is open for Uzbekistan citizens only |
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UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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