MEDIA and STRATEGIC MARKETING COORDINATOR 239876 - Tenders Global

MEDIA and STRATEGIC MARKETING COORDINATOR 239876

Mercy Corps

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JOB DESCRIPTION

 

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Connected to the world trade and the united nations

 

JOB SUMMARY

 

Result of Service
Expected Outputs and Timelines 1. Participate in weekly meetings with the ITC project management to provide updates, monitor progress, and ensure deliverables are executed on time by all parties involved. 2. Participate/contribute to monthly meetings with EU (donor) to timely communicate the developments of the project, discuss roadmap and other issues that may arise. 3. Participate/contribute to bimonthly institutional meetings (Ministries, Guilds, UCC and others as required). 4. Participate/contribute to weekly meetings with the communication agency appointed for season 2 5. Grand Finale event design/proposal presented for approval by 30 September 2024 6. Call for entry campaign report delivered by 30 September 2024 7. Coordinate the preparation and approval of graphics and video for the Grand Finale by 30 September 2024 8. Approve the Finale event social media posts and promotional material is online by 30 October 2024 9. Design and coordinate the Finale event creative direction and program by 30 October 2024 10. Ensure that all Season 2 social media posts and promotional material are delivered successfully by 30 November 2024 11. Photos and videos of the Grand Finale backstage produced by 30 November 2024 12. Photos and videos interview of OAH season 2 behind the scenes produced by 30 November 2024 13. Coordinate and support the post-production phase of the Season 2 of the reality TV show by 30 December 2024 14. Design the season 2 broadcast promotional campaign by 30 December 2024 15. Adverts for premiere & broadcast prepared and approved by 30 January 2025 16. Design and coordinate the PREMIERE event creative direction and program by 30 January 2025 17. Coordinate and support the post-production of the Motion picture project by 30 January 2025 18. Photos and videos of Creative camp/motion picture production behind the scenes produced by 30 January 2025 19. Adverts for Premiere/broadcast prepared and approved by 30 January 2025 20. OAH Television series season 2 edited by 30 January 2025 21. In coordination with the OAH team, deliver a preliminary distribution strategy for the final motion picture by 28 February 2025 22. Final project presentation and announcement of winners with grand finale executed by 28 February 2025 23. In coordination with the OAH team, deliver the distribution strategy for the television series by 28 February 2025 24. Coordinate the signature of the licensing/broadcasting agreement for distribution by 28 February 2025 25. Photos and videos of the Premiere backstage produced by 28 February 2025 26. Final communication / marketing report submitted by 30 March 2025
Work Location
Home-based
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Background Established in 1964, the International Trade Centre (ITC) is the joint technical cooperation agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization (WTO) in charge of the sustainable promotion of trade and in particular of exports from developing countries and economies in transition. The goal of the ITC is to make businesses in developing countries more competitive in global markets, accelerate economic development and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Thus, the organization contributes to the creation of jobs at the level of segments of agricultural value chains and promising services, especially for young people and women. This post is located within the Women, Youth and Vulnerable Communities (WYVC) section in the Division of Sustainable and Inclusive Trade (DSIT). Funded by the European Union delegation in Uganda, the new “Opportunities are Here” project will provide young talents in front of and behind the camera with tailored mentoring, networking opportunities, and media exposure, and generate new trade capacity and export opportunities in the film sector in Uganda. The project primarily targets young creatives in Uganda and is designed to incubate and accelerate their talents through specialised training in the film industry giving participants the opportunity to acquire competencies and gain competitive advantage in the marketplace, locally, regionally and internationally. This job description relates to The Opportunities are Here (OaH) in the film industry in Uganda, which requires a Media & Strategic Marketing Coordinator. Description of Duties/Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Programme Officer and guidance of the OAH Team Lead, the consultant will; 1. Coordinate with all relevant stakeholders to execute the implementation of the Opportunities are Here (OaH) program on entrepreneurship in the film industry in Uganda; 2. Deliver and execute the strategic communication and marketing plan of the Opportunities are Here (OaH) program on entrepreneurship in the film industry in Uganda; 3. Provide continuous guidance on the creative development of the Opportunities are Here (OaH) programme on entrepreneurship in the film industry in Uganda; 4. Closely monitor the project risk framework and gather insights from partners to the ITC management team. 5. Lead the creative direction for the project. 6. Oversee all communication outputs and ensure efficacy as well as ITC and EU visibility. 7. Coordinate with the OAH Communication partner to execute the media and marketing plan. 8. Assess effectiveness of communication strategies and adjust as required, paying particular attention to regional reach. 9. In coordination with the OAH team, deliver and execute a distribution strategy for the television series and final motion picture. 10. Assess potential project partners for suitability and risk, making recommendations to the WYVC team. 11. Coordinate with the local coordinator and suppliers to ensure timely and effective delivery of the project according to the project log frame. 12. Coordinate the production of the Season2 series from adaptation of the script, pre-production to postproduction. 13. Coordinate the design of the creative camp program for the motion picture production for the winners of Season 1 and Season 2, engaging relevant stakeholders and local industry. Ensure that components on IP protection, production (including pre and post), and marketing are included in the curriculum. 14. Facilitate the implementation of the training programs as per the project log frame. 15. Provide input and guidance on project management and administration. 16. Gather data relevant to the project outputs and contribute to regular reporting for ITC and EU, including annual reporting. 17. Develop proposals for the continuity of the OAH programme, as required. Copyright The Consultant has to ensure that s/he has obtained the necessary permissions with regard to intellectual property rights required to perform his/her services under this consultancy contract and for the subsequent dissemination by ITC in any form. Documentary proof is to be submitted to ITC. Should any license fee be due for the use of copyrighted materials of third parties, the Consultant shall request the prior written permission from ITC. S/he has further to ensure to obtain accreditation to event(s), if required.
Qualifications/special skills
Postgraduate degree (MA/MSc/MBA, PHD or other) Master’s degree in business and finance or related field. Extensive relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the university degree. At least 10 years of professional experience in communication with youth. Experience in TV production in Africa required. Knowledge of the African Media landscape required. Experience of working in Uganda is an asset. Skills Skilled in working with international media and marketing landscape. Business development, organization and administration of information and communication, networking, community assessments.
Languages
Advanced knowledge of English. Another UN language is an asset.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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