UN WOMEN Jobs - 48777- Communications Analyst

Communications Analyst

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

New Delhi, INDIA

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

01-Sep-2014

Application Deadline :

20-Aug-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-A

Duration of Initial Contract :

One Year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Renewable

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. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the UN Women Representative, the Communications Analyst is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of the Office communications and advocacy strategies to increase the standing and awareness of UN Women with partners, the media and the public.

The Communications Analyst maintains a working relationship with the Regional Communications Team. The Communications Analyst works in close collaboration with the Regional Office, Programme and Operations teams, staff of other UN Agencies, UN Women HQs staff (Communications Unit) ensuring successful UN Women communication strategy implementation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions:

Supporting the planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach
Support to the elaboration and implementation of the publications strategy and plan
Maintenance of websites, databases and knowledge management systems
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

Supporting the planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach

Under close guidance and supervision conducts communications needs assessments for MCO (projects, country programme and corporate change initiatives, etc);
Facilitates the development/production of communication and advocacy instruments and materials for marketing and awareness-raising campaigns, including preparation of briefing materials and press releases in coordination with the supervisor.
Helps integrate advocacy, communication strategies and outreach strategy based on the corporate communications strategyinto proposals for project formulations;
Contribute to the analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and draft reports to support the UN Women country office programme planning;
Helps organize roundtable discussions, press conferences, and briefing sessions as needed;
Provide inputs and information to assist in programme formulations;
Search and identify reference materials for the information database and photo library.

Support to the elaboration and implementation of the publications strategy and plan

Support the elaboration of MCO publications strategy and plan based on the corporate publications policy;
Contribute to the identification of storylines for publications and articles contributing to debates on key development issues;
Coordinate the translation/adaptation/rewriting of information received, printing and dissemination of publications and audio-visual materials.
Promote and disseminate corporate advocacy materials for launching flagship initiatives and publications ;
Promote and facilitate public information campaigns on UN Women activities as needed;
Respond timely and effectively to inquiries for public information materials.

Maintenance of websites, databases and knowledge management systems

Contribute to the design and maintenance of the office web sites based on corporate requirements in cooperation with the ICT staff;
Prepare/check the content for the web sites to ensure consistency of the materials;
Contribute to the development and maintenance of office databases and knowledge systems.

Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Contribute substantially to identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country goals and activities;
Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice including corporate communications repositoriesas requested;
Organize and assist in the conduct of training and workshops on communications for development as appropriate.

Competencies

Core Values.Guiding Principles

Integrity:

Demonstrate consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct.

Professionalism:

Demonstrate professional competence and expert knowledge of the pertinent substantive areas of work.

Cultural sensitivity and valuing diversity:

Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff;
Demonstrate an international outlook, appreciating difference in values and learning from cultural diversity.

Core competencies

Ethics and Values:

Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity.

Organizational Awareness:

Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment.

Development and Innovation:

Take charge of self-development and take initiative.

Work in teams:

Demonstrate ability to work in a multicultural, multi ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Communicating and Information Sharing:

Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication.

Self-management and Emotional Intelligence:

Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behavior towards others.

Conflict Management:

Surface conflicts and address them proactively acknowledging different feelings and views and directing energy towards a mutually acceptable solution.

Continuous Learning and Knowledge Sharing:

Encourage learning and sharing of knowledge.

Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making:

Demonstrate informed and transparent decision making.

Functional competencies:

Good understanding of production, graphic design and photography standards;
Good understanding of social media platforms and experience in social media outreach;
Proven skills in communication, networking, and advocacy;
Demonstrated ability to build and nurture strong relations and to communicate sensitively, effectively and creatively across different constituencies;
Familiarity with gender issues;
Very good organizational and time management skills;
Ability to maintain networks and partnerships with UN agencies and other international partners to promote partnership and build alliances to advance organizational interests and competencies.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master’s Degree in media relations, journalism or publishing.

Experience:

Relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy would be desirable;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems;
Knowledge of gender and human rights issues desirable.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English is required;
Knowledge of official national language essential.