UN Associate Communications Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, and to address global challenges such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. The UN Development System has undergone significant reforms to enhance its effectiveness in achieving the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The UN Resident Coordinator Offices (RCO) play a crucial role in supporting countries in their development priorities, ensuring that the UN's efforts are aligned with national needs and goals. The UN operates in numerous countries worldwide, employing thousands of staff members dedicated to various missions and initiatives.

Job Overview:
The UN Associate Communications Officer position is integral to the UN Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) in Bangui, Central African Republic. The role involves contributing to the development and implementation of communications strategies that effectively raise awareness and engage target audiences regarding the UN's work. The incumbent will gather insights from various media sources, draft narratives, and create compelling content tailored for different platforms. This position requires a proactive approach to media relations, including fostering relationships with media outlets and acting as a spokesperson when necessary. The Associate Communications Officer will also be responsible for monitoring communications strategies' effectiveness and adapting them based on analytics and trends. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the UN's messages resonate with diverse audiences and support the organization's overall mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the UN Associate Communications Officer include:

• Gathering insights and analysis from traditional, social, and digital media to inform communications strategies.
• Implementing communications strategies that raise awareness and drive engagement with target audiences.
• Drafting narratives and messaging on UN activities across various channels.
• Conducting media mapping and fostering relationships with media outlets.
• Developing media lines for crisis situations and sensitive issues.
• Planning and coordinating press conferences, briefings, and media events.
• Acting as a spokesperson for the organization when required.
• Creating compelling content optimized for various platforms.
• Drafting and producing communications products such as press releases and reports. 1
• Developing and implementing communications campaigns with measurable impact. 1
• Coordinating strategic communications partnerships with stakeholders. 1
• Engaging in outreach and advocacy strategies to advance UN priorities. 1
• Creating content for UN and community radio channels and podcasts. 1
• Updating policy and guidance related to strategic communications. 1
• Assisting in reporting and inputs for strategic communications. 1
• Monitoring and analyzing communications approaches and strategies. 1
• Creating engaging content for social media and digital platforms. 1
• Developing and maintaining the organization's website. 1
• Drafting speeches and talking points for the Resident Coordinator. 2
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the UN Associate Communications Officer position include:

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, digital communications, or a related field.
• A first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.
• Successful completion of degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science is an advantage.
• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in developing and implementing communications strategies.
• Experience in managing digital communication platforms, including content production.
• Knowledge of the media landscape in Central African Republic is required.
• Experience within the UN system or another international organization is desirable.
• Skills in graphic design, photography, and video production are desirable.
• Experience in results communication and data visualization is desirable. 1
• Experience in planning high-visibility events and campaigns is desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the UN Associate Communications Officer position includes an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, digital communications, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Additionally, successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science programs is considered an advantage.

Experience:
The level of experience needed for the UN Associate Communications Officer position includes a minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in developing and implementing communications strategies. This experience should demonstrate the ability to manage digital communication platforms, including content production, and should include knowledge of media relations and the media landscape in Central African Republic. Experience within the UN system or another international organization is desirable, as is experience in graphic design, photography, video production, and results communication.

Languages:
For this position, proficiency in French is required, as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. English is desirable but not mandatory. The required language proficiency levels are as follows: French - UN Level II for reading, writing, listening, and speaking; English - UN Level I for reading, writing, listening, and speaking is desirable.

Additional Notes:
This is a fixed-term position with an initial appointment period of one year, subject to the availability of funds and budgetary approval. The position is open to nationals of Central African Republic, and candidates must be of the nationality of the country where the position is located. If no suitable local candidate is identified, nationals residing elsewhere may be considered, but they will be responsible for any costs related to traveling and relocating to Central African Republic. The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and encourages female candidates to apply. All applicants must provide complete and accurate information in their applications, and the recruitment process will adhere to the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.