Jobs - 19737- FAO National Advocacy and Community Engagement Off

FAO National Advocacy and Community Engagement Officer (For Indonesian nationality only) (To re-open)

Location :

Jakarta, INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

26-Nov-10 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Other

Duration of Initial Contract :

Initial 3 months contract with possibility of extension up to 8 months or longer

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

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

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I. Organizational Context

Provide support to the USA/707 advocacy and capacity development project – including support in developing capacity in advocacy and animal health communication planning and leadership for government and officials and technical staff; planning, producing, disseminating and implementing multi-media advocacy and community engagement and mobilization modules/materials; planning and implementing locally appropriate advocacy-related activities, and develop networking and advocacy materials as needed at the national and sub-national levels; and developing and disseminating advocacy strategy, networking materials, and advocacy materials

Duties and Responsibilities

II. Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of key functions:

Plan, develop and conduct workshops to develop capacity in advocacy, and communication related to advocacy, for government and officials and technical staff.
Develop (with Regional Advocacy and Communication Coordinator) national advocacy strategy plan in harmony with regional advocacy strategy with dissemination and implementation plans, including drawing up TORs for consultants, overseeing research and findings, development of drafts and final document.
Plan and implement locally appropriate advocacy-related activities, and develop networking and advocacy materials as needed at the national and sub-national levels (including in relation to restructuring of DKI Jakarta market chain).
Provide inputs to the RAP Advocacy and Communication Coordinator in planning, producing, disseminating and implementing regionally appropriate multi-media advocacy and community engagement and mobilisation materials.
Collaborate with RAP Advocacy and Communication Coordinator in developing and disseminating regional advocacy strategy, networking materials, and advocacy materials.
Plan and conduct national level workshops to develop skills in strategic communication planning and leadership for the prevention and control of HPAI/animal diseases.
Develop (with RAP Advocacy and Communication Coordinator) criteria and data gathering templates for best

III. Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on success of ECTAD Programme implementation in Indonesia

Competencies

IV. Competencies

Demonstrates commitment to FAO vision, mission and values
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Contributes effectively to team work and team outcomes
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal and public relation skills.

Required Skills and Experience

V. Recruitment Qualifications

Education:

University Degree or relevant, equivalent experience in development communication, journalism, communication research, or policy advocacy

Experience:

6 - 8 years professional experience in the broad area of communication and advocacy, including at least 5 years experience in a developing country.
Substantial prior experience in working with UN agencies and/or international agencies in large-scale initiatives on policy advocacy, strategic communication, partnership building and social mobilization is highly desirable.
Strong and demonstrable experience in collaborative work and direct professional relationships with partners such as WHO, UNICEF, World Bank, OIE and international donor agencies.
Expertise in the design and development of health and development-related messages, as well as substantial experience in working with the media through innovative and creative projects. Thorough understanding of participatory approaches and community-based interventions.
Demonstrable experience in the design and delivery of communication training and capacity-building interventions with government counterparts.

Language Requirements:

Excellent written and spoken English

All applications should be addressed to one of the following:

(1) by mail to:

Operations Support Unit
Office of the FAO Representative in Indonesia,
11th floor Menara Thamrin Building
Jalan M.H. Thamrin Kav.3 Jakarta 10250

(2) by email to FAO-ID@fao.org