Empleos en el PNUD - 41579- Inernational Communications Consultant to the Pres

Inernational Communications Consultant to the President’s Office

Localidad :

Chisinau, Moldavia

Tipo de contrato :

Individual Contract

Fecha de comienzo del contrato :

28-Nov-2013

Fecha límite de postulación :

12-Nov-13 (Medianoche Nueva York, Estados Unidos)

Nivel de puesto :

International Consultant

Duración del contrato inicial :

Idiomas requeridos :

Inglés

Duración esperada del puesto :

25 working days

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Antecedentes

Given the emerging political, economic development, and administrative issues and reforms in the country, including EU-Moldova Association Agreement negotiation processes, and discussions on the post-2015 Millennium Development Goal (MDG) agenda, as well as other international dialogues on supporting and sustaining national human development, the Office of the President has approached UNDP Moldova for a number of support initiatives, particularly in strengthening the capacity of the Office and its staff members and officials in various aspects of its substantive, technical, and legal operations. Following this request, UNDP Moldova developed a project entitled “Capacity Development of the President of the Republic of Moldova’s Office” to support the Office of the President’s capacity needs in a more systematic manner.

The Office of the President is a public authority that ensures organizational, legal, informational and technical support of the activity of the President. It includes eight Advisors (political appointees) covering diverse sectors - legal, defense and security, foreign policy and European integration, social development, economy, culture, science and education, agriculture and industry, reintegration of the country, and public relations. The Advisors are supported by the staff of the Office (civil servants) managed by the Secretary General of the Office of the President.

In the context of lasting political crisis and further risks linked to the fragility of the ruling coalition in the Parliament and the Government, after the President of the Republic of Moldova was elected in March 2012 by the Parliament, it was found difficult to implement these functions in the most effective and efficient manner, while at the same time public confidence in the office is reducing (Public opinion polls: while in April 2012, immediately after the election of the President, 28% of respondents had trust or some trust in this institution , in April 2013 this indicator was down to 13% ).

In this context, it is essential to foster good communication mechanisms and to improve the information channels within the President’s Office, on the one hand, and between the Office and CSOs, media, academia, private sector and citizens, on the other hand. The President of Moldova his Office need extra support for establishing an efficient, systematic and continuous process of interaction with different stakeholders. This will increase the transparency of the institution, will bring President’s institution closer to citizens, and finally, will build the confidence of civil society in it.

In this regards UNDP is seeking to hire a full-time qualified international professional for a period up to 25 working days, who will contribute to a better communication of the President’s Office and advice on how to improve its image.

Deberes y responsabilidades

The Communications consultant will develop with the President’s Office, in particular the President’s Spokesperson a Communication Strategy for the President’s Office as well as provide support in shaping and developing dynamic communications, raising President’s public profile and establishing a systematic and continuous process of interaction with different stakeholders.
The Communications consultant will conduct comprehensive research and analysis of information (i.e. country’s European integration agenda and other related reforms), gathering and developing information from a variety of sources such as reports, interviews, research on trends and developments, electronic and print media, preparing and delivering to President’s office an effective communication for the dissemination to the key audience. The consultant will also assist in developing and initial implementation of the President’s Office Communication Strategy by advising on and executing communications activities, coaching and where needed provide training to respective staffers on communications techniques and tools.

Provision of support for the drafting the President’s Office Communication Strategy (2014-2015);
Assessment of the effectiveness of existing communications means, procedures used by Office, identify gaps and provide recommendations on strengthening internal and external channels to spread the information within the Office and outside of it (e.g. intranet, newsletters, illustrated magazines, etc.);
Coaching the relevant staffers on how to develop and maintain contact with key journalists on President’s matters;
Supporting the establishing of an efficient and structured communication system with the, Parliament, Government, other national institutions, the national media, business associations and with international partners;
Contribute to the day-to-day transfer of experience to and capacity building of the Office relevant staffers in the planning and organization of communications and public relations events;
Supporting development and updating of outreach strategy guidelines, templates and checklists and work with the support team to produce communication event guidelines and tools;
Development of a final reports on the performed activities;
Any other duties that may be assigned by the President’s Spokesperson;
Training course in communication for the President.

Competencias

Functional Competencies:

Deep knowledge and abilities to implement the most advanced communication systems and tools used by public authorities;
Experience in working with national authorities, international organizations and civil society;
Strong knowledge of the functioning of Presidency and the relevant processes;
Strong communication and drafting skills;
Demonstrated interpersonal and diplomatic skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders and to present ideas clearly and effectively.

Habilidades y experiencia requeridas

Education:

Master degree in Communication’s Studies or other relevant field.

Experience:

At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in provision of communications advisory services (Working experience in governmental institutions is an asset).

Language:

Fluency in English;
Good command of Romanian will be a strong asset.