UN News Stringer (Urdu)

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Position Title: UN News Stringer (Urdu)
Location: New York City
Country: United States
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Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, currently comprising 193 member states. Its mission is to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among nations, addressing global challenges such as human rights, climate change, and sustainable development. The UN operates in multiple countries worldwide, with a significant presence in areas requiring humanitarian assistance and development support. The UN News Section, part of the Department of Global Communications, plays a crucial role in disseminating information about the UN's work and initiatives across various media platforms.

Job Overview:
The UN News Stringer (Urdu) position is designed to enhance the UN's storytelling capabilities by producing multimedia content in Urdu. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a maximum of ten approved multimedia packages that reflect local voices and field-based narratives related to UN activities. This role is pivotal in showcasing the UN's efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting human rights, and addressing climate issues. The position requires collaboration with the relevant Unit Chief to ensure that the produced content aligns with UN priorities and resonates with the target audience. The stringer will also engage in research, writing, editing, and multimedia production, ensuring that all content adheres to UN News guidelines and maintains editorial integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the UN News Stringer (Urdu) include:

• Liaising with the relevant Unit Chief to discuss and plan the production of quality multimedia content on various issues.
• Pitching story ideas and agreeing on timelines and content to be produced, incorporating diverse storytelling approaches suitable for news and social media platforms.
• Researching content from verifiable sources and writing stories and scripts that reflect local angles while aligning with global UN priorities.
• Coordinating technical arrangements and organizing interviews in the countries of assignment as required.
• Following UN News guidelines to ensure editorial clarity and sound political judgment, including due diligence regarding permissions and copyright.
• Producing multimedia stories (audio/video/photo/text) that feature local perspectives and target beneficiaries.
• Demonstrating well-rounded experience in broadcast/digital journalism and multimedia production, with a strong emphasis on video production skills.
• Providing references and work samples upon request, and ensuring compliance with national/local journalist registration or accreditation requirements.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the UN News Stringer (Urdu) position include:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A first-level university degree in communication, journalism, video production, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience in broadcast/digital journalism in the assigned language(s) is essential.
• Experience in the full range of multimedia production, including video production, filming, and editing, is required.
• Experience in recording and editing audio material is desirable.
• Familiarity with digital content publishing and the incorporation of photos and graphics is also desirable.

Educational Background:
Candidates for the UN News Stringer (Urdu) position should possess a high school diploma or equivalent as a minimum requirement. A first-level university degree in communication, journalism, video production, or a related field is preferred, as it provides a solid foundation for the skills necessary in multimedia production and storytelling.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have substantial experience in broadcast and digital journalism, particularly in the assigned language(s). This includes a demonstrated ability to produce a wide range of multimedia features, with specific experience in video production, filming, and editing being highly desirable. Additionally, experience in recording and editing audio material, as well as digital content publishing, is essential for success in this role.

Languages:
Fluency in Urdu is mandatory for this position, as the primary focus is on producing content in this language. Knowledge of English and other UN official languages is desirable, as it may enhance the candidate's ability to engage with a broader audience and produce content that aligns with UN standards.

Additional Notes:
This position is located within the UN News Section of the News and Content Branch, part of the News and Media Division in the Department of Global Communications. The contract duration for this role is a maximum of six months. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. Candidates should be aware that proof of registration or accreditation may be required by national/local authorities for journalists.