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Communications Associate

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  • Dominica
  • Not disclosed
  • Temporary full-time
  • Updated 15/05/2024
  • Human Resources

Support the implementation of the UNDP MCO Communications Strategy, especially as it relates to communication activities in Dominica.

Job Description

Background

 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

 
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

 

Office/Unit/Project Description

On October 21, 1974, the United Nations Development Programme and the Government of Barbados entered into an agreement to “support and supplement the national efforts of developing countries at solving the most importantproblems of their economic development and to promotesocial progress and better standards of life.”

 

Subsequently, similar agreements were entered with Governments of the ten countries and territories that the UNDP Multi-Country Office (MCO) for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean serves: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda,Barbados, the BritishVirgin Islands (BVI), the Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

UNDP Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Multi-Country Office (MCO) aims to create an enabling environment where our national governments have the capacities for inclusive and sustainable human development; meet their regional commitments, and internationally agreed objectives including the SDGs. The MCO focuses on policy and knowledge advisory services that facilitate poverty reduction, improved democratic governance, economic recovery, climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, social inclusion, and human rights. UNDP partners with governments and people atall levels of society to help build nations that can withstand crisis, and drive and sustainthe kind of growth that improves the quality of life of everyone. We are on the ground in around 170 countries, to help empower lives and build resilient nations. UNDP’s work in the region continues to evolve and includes three clusters: Nature, Climate and Energy (NCE), Prevention, Recoveryand Resilience (PRR),Poverty and Governance (P&G) and an Accelerator Lab. The MCO hub is in Barbados, with Project Offices in Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda.

 

Communicating UNDP's mandateand results in Barbados and the EasternCaribbean is criticalso that the Governments, the general public, development partners and donors, as well as the global network of UNDP understand the contribution UNDP is making. This will enhance UNDP's reputation, public perception, credibility, and trust, and will provide the basis for resource mobilization.

 

Scope of Work

 

The Communications Associate is to be engaged to support the implementation of the UNDP MCO Communications Strategy, especially as it relates to communication activities in Dominica.

 

Summary of Key Functions:

  • Support the implementation of the UNDP MCO Communications Strategy.
  • Support the development of key communication products and publications for the UNDP MCO.
  • Support the design and content coordination of the UNDP website, intranet,and social media channels.
  • Provide multimedia and graphic design support to promote MCO programming and marketing materials.
  • Assist Communications Specialist/Analyst in knowledge management and dissemination.

 

  1. Support the implementation of the UNDP MCO Communications Strategy.
    • Provide communications support to the Dominica Project Office in close collaboration with the MCO team as required.
    • Support the developmentand production of communication and advocacy instruments and materials for marketing and awareness-raising campaigns.
    • Support promotional activities to position UNDP as a leader withinthe development space.
    • Support the maintenance of the MCO database of contacts for media and other stakeholders.

 

2. Support the development of key communication products and publications for the UNDP MCO.

  • Support the CO publications strategy and plan based on the corporate publications policy.
  • Support all CO publication activities, including content management, norms for publishing, design, liaison with printers and other suppliers to oversee production and supervision of publications dissemination.

 

3. Support the design and content coordination of the UNDP website, social media channels and intranet.

  • Updating of the office web sites based on corporate requirements in cooperation with the ICT staff.
  • Preparation of content for the web sites and social media platforms ensuring consistency of the materials.
  • Content management of MCO social media channels, ensuring at least 2 - 3 new postsper week per channel.
  • Support the preparation and dissemination of press releasesas well as communication products for MCO activities via MCO digital platforms and other platforms.

 

4. Provide multimediaand graphic design support marketing materials, to promote MCO programming.

  • Photography and videography of activities related to UNDP’s work including before and after footage showing project impact, interviews with beneficiaries and project teams.
  • Editing and production of high-definition (HD) videos profiling results and project impact.
  • Support the editing and layout of reports and other communication products.
  • Graphic design of websitebanners, infographics, and other materialfor public information, communication and knowledgemanagement for UNDP Barbados and the Eastern Caribbeanoffices.
  • Ensure timely and quality production of branded communications materials, in alignment with the UNDP MCO communications strategy and UNDP brand guidelines.


 

5. Assist Communications Analystin knowledge management and dissemination.

  • Compile knowledge products from programme/projects and ensure they are properly archived.
  • Upload content on internal database and website
  • Work with suppliers/vendors as and when necessary

 

Perform other duties withinyour functional profile as assigned and deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the office.

 

Institutional Arrangement

The Communications Associate directly reports to the Communications Analyst with matrixed reporting to the Dominica Head of Office and the Deputy Resident Representative

Competencies

Core

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 1: Plansand monitors own work, paysattention to details, delivers quality work by deadline

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 1: Opento creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements

Learn Continuously:

LEVEL 1: Openminded and curious, shares knowledge, learnsfrom mistakes, asks for feedback

Adapt with Agility:

LEVEL 1: Adaptsto change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination:

LEVEL 1: Showsdrive and motivation, able to delivercalmly in faceof adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:

LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others,forms positive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:

LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

 

 

Competencias Crosfuncionales y Comptencias Técnicas

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area

Name

Definition

Business Development 

Knowledge Facilitation 

Ability to animate individuals and communities of contributors to participate and share, particularly externally.

Communications

Graphic Design

Ability to communicate visually and create appealing UNDP graphic products.

Communications

Photo ProductionAbility to create, edit,organize, and coordinate photographic material.

Communications

Video ProductionAbility to produce or oversee the production of high-quality video and audio products.

Communications

Social Media management

Ability to represent andpromote the UNDPbrand in virtual communities and networks.

Business Development 

Knowledge Generation

Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need.

Digital & Innovation

Story telling

Ability to empathize with people's perceptions, motivations, feelings and mental models and craft narratives to build an emotive argument for changeaccordingly. Ability to present data, insights or information in compelling ways to mobilize resources, talent or action. Ability to choose media and channels that is fit for purpose to reach specific target

audiences.

 

 

 

Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA

 

 

Min. Academic Education

  • Secondary education is required.
  • University degree (Bachelor’s degree) in media and/or public relations, graphic design, web design, publishing, communications, social media management, marketing or related field will be given due consideration, but it not a requirement.

Min. years of relevantWork experience

  • Minimum 7 yearswith a Secondary Education or 4 years with Bachelor’s degree of relevant experience at the national or

international levelin media and/orpublic relations, graphic design, web design, publishing, communications, social media management,  marketing or related field.

  • Experience in theusage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge, and experience in handling of web-based management systems.
  • Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
  • Strong ability to workeffectively in multi-disciplinary and multi- cultural teams

Desired additional skills and competencies

 

  • Experience withcreating digital content for social mediaplatforms advocacy campaigns, or story telling videos.
  • Demonstrable experience in videography, producing artwork for printor publication.

 

  • Experience in graphic design, developing of website banners, infographics, publication layouts.

 

  • Experience workingwith local non-governmental organizations, civil society organizations and community-based groups is desirable.
  • Experience working within the UN common system, international organization and/or governmentwith sound knowledge and experience in all aspects of the development communications is an advantage.

Required Language(s)  (at working

level)

  • Fluency in writtenEnglish is required.

 

Travel:

a) The Communications Associate is expected to travel amongstthe 10 countries covered by the MCO.

 

The following documents shall be required from the applicants:

  1. Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.
  2. A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him/herself to be suitable for the position.
  3. Managers may ask (ad hoc) for any other materials relevant to pre-assessing the relevance of their experience, such as reports, presentations, publications, campaigns, or other materials.

 

Annexes to the TOR

  1. Links to any relevant(non-confidential) materials that may help candidates gain a better understanding of the office/unit/project context.
  2. Organigram of the office/unit/project indicating the position of the function.

 

Important applicant information

All posts in the NPSA categories are subject to local recruitment.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination
 

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.  
 

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 

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