Communications Specialist

The Communication Specialist will work under the overall supervision of FAO-SNG Head of office in UAE, and in close collaboration with OCC branches and focal points, the incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the head of office, the technical supervision of relevant Technical Officers in HQ/FAO-RNE, and in close collaboration with other colleagues.

Tasks and responsibilities 

• Develop, manage and implement communications, media and press relations strategies in line with FAOs and donor requirements, in consultation with the Regional Communication Office and in alignment with OCC policies and strategy;
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key media outlets, journalists to enhance FAO Iraq’s media presence.
• Developing the global communication plan and strategy for FAO, alongside crafting project-specific communication plans and strategies aligned with the overarching objectives and expected outcomes of FAO, partners, and individual projects.
• Undertake editing, translations, and proof-reading of technical and programme/ project progress reports (English and/or Arabic);
• Engaging proactively in the review and editing process of official reports generated by FAO-SNG staff in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Support FAO SNG in social media posting and publications workflow.
• Produce compelling audio-visual products (editing and film, photography, and video), in close consultation with the Regional Communication Office and in alignment with OCC policies and strategy.
• Coordination and implementation of updates to the FAO SNG website, ensuring that information is accurate, up-to-date, and aligns with FAO branding guidelines.
• Supervise and train the national communications expert and guide colleagues on correct procedures for generating content;
• Advising senior management on communication-related matters and providing strategic recommendations for enhancing FAO-SNG’s overall communication approach.
• Review/edit official reports generated by FAO-SNG staff and in partnership with others.
• Liaison with the Office of Communication (OCC) will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, appropriate review, and clearance processes.
• Establishing and maintaining connections with other UN agencies, facilitating communication and collaboration on critical matters of mutual interest.
• Contributing to the development of advocacy materials, including policy briefs, fact sheets, and other resources to promote FAO Iraq’s priorities.
• All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including:

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING 

Minimum Requirements 

• For COF: Minimum of an advanced degree in a relevant area such as communications, media relations, social studies, filmmaking, editing, translations, web development, etc.
• For PSA: University degree in a relevant area such as communications, media relations, social studies, filmmaking, editing, translations, web development, etc. At least five years of relevant experience in communications and publications;
• For COF: Working knowledge of English (C1). Knowledge of Arabic would be an asset.
• For PSA.SBS: Working knowledge of English is sufficient. Limited knowledge of one other FAO language is not required but beneficial.

Source: https://jobs.fao.org/careersection/fao_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=2402022