Communications and Media Relations Associate

By focusing on critical areas such as inclusive and sustainable economic growth, environmental sustainability, and governance, UNDP Senegal works to strengthen institutions, enhance social cohesion and support resilience building. Through innovation and strategic partnerships, UNDP Senegal helps implement effective, context-specific development solutions that drive long-term sustainability, empower communities and build a prosperous and resilient Senegal.

The UNDP in Senegal team plans to recruit a Communications and Media Relations Associate to support the communications efforts of both the Country and Regional Office.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Communications and Media Relations Associate will support the Communications Unit of the UNDP team in Senegal and shall be responsible for leading UNDP’s media relations efforts and supporting overall communications activities and functions at the country and regional level.

• The Communications and Media Relations Associate scope of work will include, but will not be limited to, the following responsibilities:
• Support the implementation of UNDP WACA and UNDP Senegal’s communications and digital engagement strategy based on corporate communications goals and priorities.
• Support the Integration of issue-based advocacy into communications around crucial thematic areas relevant to the sub-region.
• Support in maintaining and strengthening UNDP’s relations with national and international media.
• Ensure key results and relevant success stories are incorporated into communications and outreach efforts.
• Ensure placement of stories, op-eds, video content and advocacy materials in national and international media.
• Prepare succinct communications pieces of varying lengths for internal and external audiences.
• Prepare a range of materials, including press releases & advisories, news briefs, and fact sheets for inclusion in media kits and further public outreach.
• Support in increasing coverage and understanding of UNDP WACA and UNDP Senegal’s work through strategic media outreach.
• Support capacity and relationship building of media and journalists in Senegal and across the region.
• Support country, regional and global public campaigns that promote UNDP as a development partner in Senegal and West and Central Africa and influence the development agenda based on current programmes and new initiatives.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Secondary education is required, or Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.

Experience:

• A minimum of 6 years (with secondary education) or 3 years (with bachelor’s degree) in providing communication support to projects and programmes in the UN, international organizations or non-profit organizations is required.
• Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
• Previous knowledge and experience in Communication with UN/UNDP and other development organizations is desirable.
• Previous journalism experience will be an advantage.
• Having a training in social media will be an asset.
• Experience in working in a demanding environment is an asset.
• Fluency in French is required.
• Knowledge of English is an asset.

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