Communication Officer

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Job Description

The purpose of this position is to plan and produce innovative UNICEF Supply-related content for publication across all external platforms. This involves content production for the external annual report and for web-based platforms including social media, as well as the production of material for campaigns and visits by media, donors and partners, and other outward facing activities. The use of content-based analytics should serve to increase audience and supporter engagement strategies.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

In close coordination with the P5, Chief of Communication, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

Create editorial and production plans for external platforms based on SD priorities.
Source content and produce copy in all multi-media formats / adapt UNICEF globally produced packages for publication to communicate UNICEF Supply’s contribution to realizing the UNICEF mandate.
Write content for the external annual report.
Use relevant software, such as Hootsuite and web-analytics, to improve content for increased audience and social media supporter engagement.
Production of press releases, FAQs and other products for briefings and media requests. Field media requests and support interview processes including proofing and sign-off.
Prepare materials (including programme summaries, fact sheets and media kits) for the visit of Goodwill Ambassadors, donors, National Committee representatives and other special interest groups.
Assist in collaborating with the media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.
Help organizing and generating public support for special events and activities to promote SD goals through content production.
Create weekly press clippings related to UNICEF Supply.
Conduct social media monitoring and training.
Support external visits and events.
Any other duties and tasks assigned as part of the workplan of the unit and of the incumbent.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Education:

University degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the field of journalism or communication, public relations, or a related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum two (2) years of experience writing and editing for both web and print
Demonstrated experience of working with social media management
Experience of working at a UN organization is an asset
Experience in sourcing, writing, and editing for web and print

Languages:

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.

Source: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/568976

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