Public Information Assistant

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Position Title: Public Information Assistant
Location: New York
Country: United States
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located within the Campaigns and Country Operations Division in the Department of Global Communications (DGC) of the United Nations. The DGC is responsible for promoting the work of the United Nations through various communication strategies and platforms. The organization aims to inform and engage global audiences about the UN's initiatives, values, and goals, ensuring that information is disseminated effectively across different media channels. The UN operates in multiple countries worldwide, with a mission to maintain international peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, promote sustainable development, and uphold human rights.

Job Overview:
The Public Information Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the social media strategy of the Department of Global Communications. This position involves specialized assistance in producing and delivering information communications products, particularly focusing on social media assets that are optimized for various platforms. The incumbent will be responsible for researching and compiling information from diverse sources to create engaging content for the UN's social media channels. The role also includes organizing special events and social media activations, ensuring that key campaigns are effectively publicized. The assistant will manage the daily operations of the UN's social media presence, working closely with the social media team to enhance branding and audience engagement. This position requires a proactive approach to building partnerships and nurturing relationships within the social media landscape.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Public Information Assistant will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

• Providing specialized assistance in the production and delivery of information communications products, including editing and promoting platform-optimized social media assets.
• Researching a broad scope of information sources, both printed and electronic, to compile and present information for social media communications products.
• Organizing and executing special events and social media activations, coordinating with diverse partners to highlight key events and campaigns.
• Handling administrative coordination for social media-focused training and guidance.
• Overseeing the distribution of social media materials and ensuring proper management and preservation of relevant content.
• Serving as a social media content coordinator, managing day-to-day content activities, and collaborating with the social media team lead.
• Producing a variety of promotional social media products and developing mechanisms for data insight collection.
• Assisting in the production and editing of social media projects, including researching topics and selecting visual materials.
• Identifying and preparing new social media material for posting, ensuring compliance with UN standards. 1
• Managing updates to internal databases and generating reports on social media insights. 1
• Providing guidance and training to junior staff members. 1
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of seven years of experience in public communication, international broadcasting, or a related area. This requirement is reduced to five years for candidates with a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in producing, editing, and promoting platform-optimized social media assets in Kiswahili is essential. Additionally, candidates should have experience in managing a global social media presence, including drafting and editing content in Kiswahili, and researching social media content for target audiences in an international context is desirable.

Educational Background:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. While specific job-related qualifications are not detailed, a first-level university degree or higher may reduce the required years of experience.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of seven years of relevant experience in public communication or related fields. Candidates with a first-level university degree or higher may qualify with five years of experience. The experience must include specialized assistance in social media production and management, particularly in Kiswahili, as well as familiarity with international broadcasting and public communication.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Kiswahili is required for this position. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is considered an advantage, as English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

Additional Notes:
The appointment for this position is for an initial period of one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to the availability of the post and budgetary approval. This position is subject to local recruitment, meaning applicants must be authorized to work for the United Nations in New York. Staff members recruited locally are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusive to international recruitment. The United Nations emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its workforce and adheres to strict standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity in its hiring practices. The organization does not charge any fees during the recruitment process.