Assistant Communication et Production Multimédia

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO has a mission to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. The organization operates in over 150 countries and has a workforce of more than 7,000 employees. WHO's primary goal is to ensure that all people can attain the highest possible level of health, which includes addressing health emergencies, promoting universal health coverage, and advancing health equity.

Job Overview:
The Assistant Communication and Multimedia Production position plays a crucial role in supporting the WHO office in Togo by implementing communication strategies that align with the organization's objectives. The incumbent will be responsible for enhancing the visibility of WHO's work in the country, the African region, and globally. This role involves creating and disseminating communication materials, engaging with media, and promoting WHO's initiatives to various stakeholders. The position requires a proactive approach to communication, ensuring that the organization's achievements and health-related information are effectively shared with the public and partners. The Assistant will work with minimal supervision, handling routine matters independently while escalating unusual issues to the supervisor. The role also includes preparing content for various media outlets and ensuring compliance with WHO's guidelines and recommendations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the WHO Representative, the Assistant will carry out the following duties: Implement the communication strategy of the WHO office; Conduct research, write, and produce content that incorporates human experiences; Create multimedia reports covering office activities and field missions; Support the production of video clips for advocacy and digital communication; Manage the office's social media platforms; Contribute to visual coverage of international days, joint campaigns, and official visits; Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, organize media participation in office activities, and respond to media inquiries promptly; Monitor WHO publications in the media and conduct systematic press reviews following office activities; Plan and organize press conferences, campaigns, and awareness events; Write press releases, assist in developing speeches and talking points for the WHO Representative, and ensure media coverage of high-level WHO activities; Provide support to the WHO Representative and various clusters in planning and implementing their programs for producing and disseminating relevant information and communication products; Promote the work of the WHO office in the country by enhancing visibility through innovative and strategic communication campaign plans; Contribute to resource mobilization efforts by gathering and disseminating major achievements of the country office on the website or through various media; Develop health promotion content and support the production of visibility tools such as brochures, calendars, banners, posters, and information sheets to showcase the WHO country office to donors, partners, and other stakeholders; Facilitate effective internal communication and enhance staff engagement; Assist the office and staff with any other communication-related activities and competencies.

Required Qualifications:
Essential: A secondary school diploma followed by training in communication, journalism, multimedia, photography, or a related field. Desirable: A bachelor's degree in communication and proficiency in software such as Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom or Adobe Premiere Pro/DaVinci Resolve. Ability to work in a multicultural environment within a multidisciplinary team, under complex situations, with site visits and deadlines. Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality. Ability to work in a team and under pressure. Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with strong analytical, synthesis, and writing abilities. Other qualifications: Proven skills in photography, video recording, and editing, as well as knowledge of graphic design software applications are appreciated.

Educational Background:
The position requires a minimum of a secondary school diploma, with further training in communication, journalism, multimedia, photography, or a related field being essential. A bachelor's degree in communication is desirable, along with proficiency in relevant software tools for multimedia production.

Experience:
Essential: At least 2 years of professional experience in communication and/or advocacy within an international non-governmental organization, private sector, or public administration. Desirable: Proven experience in writing awareness documents and producing communication materials is necessary.

Languages:
An excellent command of French is mandatory. Practical knowledge of English would be an asset. Proficiency in at least one national language is required, and knowledge of additional national languages would be advantageous.

Additional Notes:
The position is based at the WHO Representation Office in Togo, located at 53 QAD, Rue Adamè – BP. 1504, Lomé. The contract duration is 6 months, and the position is graded at G

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