UN Associate Radio Producer

Job Posting Organization:
The News and Content Branch of the United Nations (UN) serves as a multimedia service dedicated to promoting the universal ideals of the UN, including peace, respect for human rights, and development. Established to provide a range of audio, video, and multimedia products across nine languages, this branch caters to media organizations globally. The position is situated within the Kiswahili Unit of the News Section, which is part of the News and Media Division under the Department of Global Communications (DGC). The incumbent will report directly to the Chief of the Unit, contributing to the UN's mission of disseminating information and fostering understanding of its activities.

Job Overview:
The UN Associate Radio Producer will play a crucial role in researching, writing, and producing multimedia news and feature stories in Kiswahili for radio magazine programs. These stories will also be made available on the web, ensuring a broad reach. The incumbent will be responsible for rewriting official releases and statements based on UN activities for dissemination on the UN News web page and social media platforms. This position requires travel to cover conferences and conduct field reporting, emphasizing the need for adaptability and a proactive approach to news gathering. Daily responsibilities include reviewing press releases and other official news materials from various UN organs for inclusion in the daily news program and on-air broadcasting. The role also involves updating content on the Kiswahili web page, acting as a media contact for selected stories, conducting interviews, producing and editing videos, and managing the posting of stories, features, videos, and photos on both the main page and social media channels. The position demands a high level of professionalism, creativity, and the ability to work under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The incumbent will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Researching, writing, and producing multimedia news and feature stories in Kiswahili for radio magazine programs.
• Rewriting official releases, statements, and features based on UN activities for posting on the UN News web page and social media.
• Traveling to cover conferences and conducting field reporting as necessary.
• Reviewing press releases and other official news materials for inclusion in the daily news program and on-air broadcasting.
• Updating material on the Kiswahili web page as needed.
• Acting as a media contact person for selected stories, setting up and conducting interviews.
• Producing and editing videos, and posting stories, features, videos, and photos on the main page and social media pages.
• Performing other duties as required to support the unit's objectives and the overall mission of the UN.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong foundation in radio broadcast journalism, with a keen awareness of international current affairs. The role requires excellent research and analytical skills, as well as the ability to make effective on-air presentations. The incumbent should demonstrate a high level of professionalism, efficiency in meeting commitments, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. A commitment to gender perspectives and ensuring equal participation of women and men in all areas of work is essential. Teamwork is crucial, as the candidate will need to collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals, valuing others' ideas and expertise while placing team objectives above personal agendas. Strong planning and organizational skills are also necessary, including the ability to develop clear goals, prioritize tasks, allocate resources effectively, and monitor progress.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in journalism, mass communication, media studies, broadcasting, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Candidates with a first-level degree and no experience may be considered if they have successfully passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations National Recruitment Examination (NCRE), or the General Service to Professional Examination (G to P).

Experience:
A minimum of two years of experience in public information, journalism, communications, international relations, public administration, or a related area is required. Candidates who have passed the United Nations Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), the United Nations Competitive Recruitment Examination (NCRE), or the G to P Examination (G to P) are exempt from this experience requirement. Desirable experience includes on-air studio presentations for radio and multimedia broadcast journalism in Kiswahili, drafting and writing news and feature stories for online platforms, and familiarity with the technical aspects of multimedia production, such as digital editing tools, audio clip creation, and short news video editing. Experience managing social media platforms and analytics is also advantageous.

Languages:
Proficiency in English and Kiswahili is required, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. According to the UN Language Framework, candidates must demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking for both languages, specifically UN Level III for each skill in English and Kiswahili.

Additional Notes:
This position is temporarily available for an initial period of three months, with the possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a current staff member of the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. The eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station, subject to the funding source of the position. This temporary assignment provides an opportunity for the successful applicant to gain new work experience, but it does not guarantee future employment in the same role. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The organization also emphasizes the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive environment, free from discrimination based on gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, or disability.