Communications Specialist

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Position Title: Communications Specialist
Location: Rome
Country: Italy
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Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is an agency that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security. Established in 1945, FAO has a mission to help eliminate hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition, making agriculture, forestry, and fisheries more productive and sustainable. The organization operates in over 130 countries and has a workforce of more than 12,000 employees. FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to its strategic objectives and operations, aligning with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Job Overview:
The Communications Specialist position is situated within the Office of Communications (OCC) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. This role is pivotal in managing and creating internal communications content that supports the organization's mission. The incumbent will work independently, making decisions on work priorities and exercising initiative in addressing unprecedented cases. The position requires a strategic approach to internal communications, ensuring that all materials align with FAO's communication policies and corporate needs. The specialist will be responsible for drafting, editing, and designing various corporate communications aimed at internal audiences, as well as implementing and monitoring communication plans and strategies. The role also involves compiling and analyzing data on internal communications to produce reports on engagement and impact, enhancing brand visibility, and optimizing internal communication platforms.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Communications Specialist will undertake a variety of tasks, including researching and analyzing technical, social, economic, environmental, and institutional information to support communication efforts. Key responsibilities include drafting and designing corporate communications, implementing communication plans, compiling data on internal communications, developing media assets, coordinating content scheduling for internal platforms, supporting global staff events, and ensuring the functionality of intranet operations. The specialist will also provide guidance to other staff members and ensure compliance with FAO standards in all communication materials.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in communication, social science, journalism, political science, or a related field. A minimum of five years of relevant experience in communication, intranet/web publishing, and/or design is required. Proficiency in English at a working knowledge level (C) is mandatory. Candidates should demonstrate strong writing, reporting, graphic design, editing, and multimedia skills, as well as experience in internal communications and familiarity with digital tools and content management systems.

Educational Background:
The position requires a university degree in a relevant field such as communication, social science, journalism, or political science. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of communication strategies and the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have at least five years of relevant experience in communication, particularly in internal communications within international organizations. Experience in intranet/web publishing and design is also crucial, along with a proven ability to create engaging content under tight deadlines.

Languages:
A working knowledge of English at a proficient level (C) is mandatory for this position. Additional language skills may be beneficial, particularly in the context of FAO's diverse, multilingual environment, but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Rome, Italy, at FAO headquarters. Candidates should be prepared to adhere to FAO's core values of commitment, respect, and integrity. The role may involve collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and requires strong interpersonal skills to navigate a diverse work environment. The position is full-time and may involve international collaboration, given FAO's global operations.