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Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
The Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (RBLAC) consists of its presence across 26 Country Offices over 42 countries (and territories), the Panama Regional Hub, and its Headquarters in New York. RBLAC New York is responsible for the overall strategic vision and direction, strategic, substantive, and operational support to Country Offices, including with regard to partnerships and communications, and oversight of performance. The Bureau delivers on average $1 billion annually in development assistance through Country Offices and regional initiatives.
The Communications Team is responsible for the development and implementation of the communications strategy and, in coordination with the Partnership Team, serves as the focal point to UNDP’s Bureau for External Relations and Advocacy (BERA). It directs and advises on strategic communications, advocacy, and outreach efforts and ensures coherence with partnerships and substantive engagement. It contributes to internal communications and is responsible for the preparation of content, presentations and speeches delivered by the Regional Director and the Deputy Regional Director.
Position Purpose
Under the guidance of the Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director, the Strategic Communications Advisor will lead the communication team, enhancing the visibility and impact of UNDP LAC by planning and executing effective communication and outreach strategies, identifying, and analyzing relevant political and development trends and opportunities to position UNDP LAC narrative and solutions, and creating high-quality content that supports organizational objectives and promotes sustainable development in the region.
Through a decisive collaborative arrangement, the Advisor will work closely with all the RBLAC teams located in HQ, the Panama Regional Hub, UN Agencies, and Country Offices.
The incumbent will develop and implement the global communications strategy and regional communication plans, focusing on key regional bureau products. The Strategic Communications Advisor will substantively advise and support bureau-wide strategic communications and advocacy, in line with the UNDP Strategic Plan and UNDP’s support to the Sustainable Development Goals in the LAC region. S/he/they will lead and guide RBLAC’s innovative approach to strategic communication, with a strong emphasis on media and public relations, social media, and digital and visual communications to elevate messaging, and visibility of partnerships, issues, and results.
S/he/they will work closely with BERA communications, to ensure RBLAC contributions to the corporate Engagement Plan and to coordinate with the BERA communications function for RBLAC to ensure high-quality, effective, and timely support communications support to RBLAC Country Offices. The incumbent will advise on communication and advocacy opportunities, innovative approaches, and risks. S/he/they works in a spirit of teamwork and collaboration, to provide high-quality, results-oriented, strategic and solutions-oriented strategic communications advice and support as a critical function of the Regional Bureau. S/he/they should have strong teambuilding, interpersonal, and communications skills, be client-oriented, and able to look at issues from different angles and find creative solutions.
UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic External Communications and Advocacy
Elaboration and Implementation of RBLAC Communication Strategies, Plans and Products
Knowledge Management and Advocacy
Communications and quality assurance
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Yes, non-staff capacity contracted on a non-continuous basis
Competencies
Core
People Management
UNDP People Management Competencies can be found in the dedicated site.
Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies
Business Direction & Strategy
System Thinking
Business Development
Knowledge Generation
Business Management
Communication
Business Management
Portfolio Management
Communications
Campaign Management
Communications
Creative Direction and Copywriting
Communications
Media Relations
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Experience:
Language requirements:
Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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Type of contract: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)
Macro-area: North America
Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years
Area of work Definition: Advocacy, Media and Communication
Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations
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