Historique

Joint communication describes UN agencies’ efforts to coordinate and share some of their communication resources at the country level in a strategic way in order to improve the overall reputation and positioning of the UN system at country level and support its advocacy for national and international development objectives, particularly the Millennium Development Goals.

Building on Delivering as One initiative’s prevailing spirit, UNCT in Brazil represented by 21 organisms will assist with the updating of the UN website in the country to communicate strategically with internal and external audiences for shaping perceptions on UN’s work in the country.

Devoirs et responsabilités

Under the guidance of the UN Resident Coordinator(UNRC) and the Director of the UN Information Centre (UNIC), the part time Public Information Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

1) Produce and disseminate information in the website related to the activities of UN in Brazil:

• Maintaining and updating the UN website by proactively on a daily basis gathering, writing and uploading information received from the Resident Coordinator’s Office and other UN agencies in the country.
• Improving the content, functions and links of websites.
• Editing documents to conform to UN format; structuring and preparing new pages, incorporating graphics/photos as needed.

2) Edit videos and audio materials.

3) Translate UN information and documents, such as backgrounders, press releases, Secretary-General’s messages, op-eds, leaflets etc. into local languages of the work region.

4) When needed, design, produce and disseminate promotional materials of the UN, such as newsletter on behalf of UNCT.

5) Translate selected articles and interviews published by the UN Secretariat.

6)Interview UN Head of Agencies in Brazil and partners, as necessary.

7) Assist in the preparation of any exhibition related to the UN activities.

8) Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the Director of UNIC Office.

Impact of results

Failure to carry out any of the above tasks in a timely manner will affect the working of the Un System as a whole and will generate lack of confidence in UN on the part of its partners. Thus, the key results have an impact on the success of UN in Brazil.

Compétences

Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures related to the communication, production and dissemination of public information. Ability to research and gather information from a variety of sources. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Qualifications et expériences requises

University degree in Social Communication, Journalism, or related fields.

At least three years in public communication, international broadcasting or related area.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Total fluency (written and oral) of Portuguese is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. 

Experience in edition of videos: Adobe Premiere, Final Cut or similar; and audio (AdobeAudition, Audacity or similar); photography (Photoshop or similar) images and / paging (Indesign or similar), and other tools.

Ability to learn Linux related tools is welcomed.

Submission of applications

Click "Apply Now". After filling the fields and clicking in "Submit Application", you MUST attach in the next page the UNDP Personal History Form - P11.

The P11 can be found in: http://www.pnud.org.br/recrutamento/P11_Personal_history_form.doc 

Only applications made on UNDP Personal History Form - P11 and submitted on time will be examined. 

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.

Due to the volume of applications received, receipt of applications cannot be acknowledged individually. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted