UNDP Jobs - 78723- National PR & Media Consultant.

National PR & Media Consultant.

Location :

Beirut, LEBANON

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

21-May-18 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

National Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

Till December 31, 2018.

Languages Required :

Arabic English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Till December 31, 2018.

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

The UNDP Project at IDAL was set-up in 2003 to provide IDAL with strategic and advisory support in performing its functions. Over the years, the role of the UNDP Project has taken a more operational focus to fill the shortage in IDAL staff and technical capacity. Today, some of IDAL’s key functions including investment facilitation, marketing and promotion and investor targeting are undertaken by UNDP staff.
In 2011, a new project was set-up to provide IDAL with the institutional set-up needed to improve the delivery of its key functions and develop the capacity for a long-term sustainable structure. The project was successful in meeting most of its set targets while actively working in parallel on capacity building,
building the infrastructural base for improved investors’ service delivery. In 2017 a new Project Document was put in place which will mainly focus on providing advisory support to IDAL on meeting socio-economic development challenges.
Context of the required services: With the increasing role of IDAL as the sole national provider of information for investors, there is increasing need to increase awareness of the institution services among local and regional stakeholders. Furthermore, today the role of IDAL as main economic player with the government is not well acknowledged. Having a PR Consultant that who will help forge the image of the institution among national and local players could help re-position IDAL as key economic institution in the government.

Duties and Responsibilities

Task 1: Submit a detailed proposal on the TV shows that IDAL will be present in to promote Lebanon and investments in Lebanon
Task 2: Submit a detailed proposal on a national roadshow to be implemented by IDAL to promote IDAL’s services including with municipalities and associations
Task 3: Submit a detailed proposal for organizing local roundtables with heads of municipalities and local players within the goal of promoting regional development
Task 4: Identify key events or missions that would promote the image of IDAL and Lebanon
For additional information, please refer to ANNEX I – Terms of Reference

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Past demonstrated experience in events’ organization;
Advanced knowledge and familiarity with media outlets in Lebanon;
Displays integrity;
Keeps abreast of new developments in profession;
Demonstrated creativity and capacity to innovate;
Actively seeks to develop professionally and personally;
Ability to handle a large volume of work under time constraints;
Solid relationships with key media people in all media channels and platforms;
Excellent Interpersonal Skills;
Excellent communication skills;
Awareness of different media agendas;
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills;
Proven inter-personal skills;
Works collaboratively with colleagues and the administration to achieve project and administration goals.

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UN;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
Knowledge of the UN preferable.

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Qualifications:

A University Degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in Public Relations, Information or related fields.

Years of experience:

A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, preferably with the Lebanese Public Administration.

Technical experience:

Previous experience with government institution is a must;
Extensive contact with media channels.

How to apply:

The consultancy is open for all national consultants who meet the selection criteria and propose a competitive fee. Interested consultants are requested to apply only through this UNDP jobs portal.

Submissions through any other media will not be considered.

The application must include the P11, technical proposal, Annex 3 (Offerors Letter) and the financial proposal in one single document and uploaded as word or PDF file to the UNDP job site.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.