Communications Assistant
Media, Pr & Communication, Graphic Design Jobs
- UNDP - United Nations Develop…
- Expires 01 Sep 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Reporting to the Media and Communications Officer, the Communications Assistant supports the formulation and implementation of the communications and advocacy strategies to increase the standing and awareness of UN Women with partners, the media and the public. The Communications Assistant promotes a client-oriented approach in UN Women.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provide administrative support in the development of a coherent CO communications and advocacy strategy
Provide background information for the development of the CO/MCO’s communication strategy;
Provide logistical support to advocacy efforts and campaigns by organizing roundtable discussions, press conferences, and other publicity events and providing inputs to briefing materials and press releases, as necessary.
2. Provide administrative support to the development of CO’s advocacy materials
Gather identifying storylines and achievements within the CO;
Draft press releases, articles, key messages and other advocacy materials;
Review translations, contact with printers and other suppliers to ensure production;
Maintain library/ database of reference materials and photos;
Follow guidelines from RO and HQ.
3. Provide support in the management of the CO’s social media presence and website
Gather information for the development of content for the CO’s website hosted at the Regional Office and social media channels;
Update the website and social media channels, as required;
Maintain files, databases, and systems relevant to the CO’s digital presence.
4. Provide media relations support to the CO head of office
Maintain and update database of relevant press in country;
Respond to request for information, as delegated;
Gather and compile inputs for talking points.
5. Facilitate knowledge management and sharing
Contribute to the identification of best practices and lessons learned;
Organize trainings and workshops on communication practices;
Provide/ exchange information with HQ and RO and COs.
6. Other
Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor;
Provide support on special web/digital/media projects undertaken by the CO.
Key Performance Indicators:
Timely inputs to communication and advocacy materials
Timely organization of logistical support to discussions, conferences, briefings and other events
Timely delivery quality administrative support
Webpages are well-maintained
Qualifications and Experience
Education and certification
Completion of secondary education is required;
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism is an asset.
Experience:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in providing support to the formulation and implementation of internal and external communications and advocacy strategies and related plans;
Experience in the use of computers applications and software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) as well as web based management systems;
Experience in the use of social media and digital communication
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English and at least one local language is required;
Working knowledge of the other UN official working language is an asset;
