Communication and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

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Position Title: Communication and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Location: Johannesburg
Country: South Africa
Deadline Date: 23-FEB-2025

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. With a global presence, UNESCO operates in over 190 countries and has a workforce of more than 2,000 employees. The organization focuses on fostering cultural diversity, promoting education for all, and advancing sustainable development through culture and heritage initiatives.

Job Overview:
The Communication and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will play a pivotal role in the project titled 'Africa-Europe Partnerships for Culture: Promoting Culture and Heritage-based Sustainable Tourism in Southern Africa.' This project, funded by the European Union, aims to enhance sustainable tourism through cultural and heritage initiatives across six Southern African nations: Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. The officer will be responsible for leading communication strategies and ensuring effective monitoring and evaluation of project outcomes. This includes developing communication materials, managing public relations, and establishing a robust monitoring system to track project progress and impact. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders, including UNESCO, EU, and local partners, to ensure alignment with project goals and effective dissemination of information.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of the communication strategy for the project, ensuring alignment with EU and UNESCO guidelines.
• Develop and produce communication materials such as web stories, press releases, social media content, and reports.
• Coordinate public relations and media relations efforts, working closely with communication officers from partner organizations.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication activities and report on their impact.
• Oversee the monitoring and evaluation processes for the project, ensuring data collection aligns with project indicators.
• Maintain a real-time monitoring system to track project progress and outcomes.
• Collaborate with project coordinators and stakeholders to adapt tools for effective data management and analysis.
• Conduct data quality assurance checks and prepare progress reports detailing project achievements.
• Coordinate evaluations as outlined in the project framework.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced University degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Communication, Journalism, Social Sciences, Monitoring and Evaluation, Development Studies, Project Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in communication, monitoring and evaluation, or project management.
• Proven experience in communication strategies and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Proficiency in IT and communication technologies.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree, such as a master's degree or equivalent, in fields related to communication, journalism, social sciences, monitoring and evaluation, development studies, or project management. This educational background is essential to ensure the candidate has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to fulfill the responsibilities of the position effectively.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in relevant fields such as communication, monitoring and evaluation, or project management. Candidates should have a demonstrated track record of working on similar projects, particularly in communication and evaluation roles, which will be critical for the successful execution of the project’s objectives.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory for this position. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills to effectively convey information and engage with diverse stakeholders. While not mandatory, proficiency in additional languages relevant to the Southern African region may be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
The position is a project appointment with a standard duration of one year. It is open to external candidates, specifically nationals of South Africa or individuals with a legal right to live and work in South Africa. The application deadline is set for 23-FEB-2025, and candidates are encouraged to apply online through the UNESCO careers website. The selection process may include assessments and interviews, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. UNESCO emphasizes a commitment to diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.