WHO National Consultant - Strategic Communications

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's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. With over 7,000 employees, WHO operates in more than 150 countries, working with governments and partners to address global health challenges and improve health outcomes worldwide. The organization emphasizes collaboration and strategic communication as essential components of its health initiatives, particularly in the Western Pacific region, where it aims to enhance health systems and ensure access to quality health services for all.

Job Overview:
The WHO National Consultant for Strategic Communications will play a crucial role in supporting the WHO Country Office in Cambodia. The consultant's primary focus will be on strengthening donor visibility, enhancing health communications, and improving knowledge management within the organization. This position is vital for advancing the Cambodia-WHO Country Cooperation Strategy 2024-2028, which aligns with the regional vision of 'Weaving Health for Families, Communities and Societies in the Western Pacific Region (2025-2029)'. The consultant will be responsible for developing and implementing communication plans that ensure effective outreach and engagement with diverse stakeholders, thereby mobilizing communities for health action and enhancing the visibility of WHO's partnerships and technical support. The role requires a hybrid work modality, allowing for both remote and on-site work at the WHO Cambodia office.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be tasked with several key outputs and deliverables, including: 1) Developing and implementing communications and partner visibility plans for 2026-2027, which involves creating overall communication strategies, collaborating with technical teams to identify opportunities for visibility, and ensuring adherence to branding guidelines during events and workshops. 2) Implementing WHO corporate communications to inform the public about global health issues, which includes identifying visibility opportunities, creating content for various platforms, managing the WHO Cambodia website, and compiling media monitoring updates. 3) Producing multimedia content that aligns with WHO branding standards, which involves creating photos, videos, and graphics, developing social media content packages, and maintaining the WHO Multimedia Library. The consultant will also be responsible for submitting monthly reports and an end-of-mission report detailing their activities and outcomes.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in communications, humanities, journalism, media, public relations, or related fields. A master's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or humanitarian studies is desirable. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, marketing, media, or journalism, particularly within Cambodia. Experience in the NGO, Aid, UN, or international development sectors is preferred, along with familiarity with health communications and managing creative professionals such as photographers and graphic designers.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a university degree in relevant fields such as communications, journalism, media, or public relations. A master's degree in a related area is considered an asset, indicating a higher level of expertise and understanding of strategic communications in public health contexts.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in communications, marketing, media, or journalism, specifically within Cambodia. Candidates with experience in the NGO, Aid, UN, or international development sectors will be preferred. Familiarity with health communications and previous experience managing creative teams will be advantageous.

Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered beneficial but is not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is expected to last for 6 months on a full-time basis, with a remuneration of USD 2,500 per month. The consultant will work in a hybrid modality, with the possibility of remote work and on-site presence at the WHO Cambodia office in Phnom Penh. Travel within Cambodia may be required, and all travel costs will be covered according to WHO rules. Candidates should be aware that WHO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and abuse, and all members of the workforce are expected to adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards. The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from underrepresented Member States.