SENIOR COMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

Parent Sector : Field Office

Duty Station: Dhaka

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Job Family: Public Information

Type of contract : Non Staff

Level : Level 3

Duration of contract : 1 year

Recruitment open to : Internal and external candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 29 February 2024

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

Long Description

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

The incumbent shall work under the direct supervision of the Director of UNESCO Dhaka National Office and will assist in the development and implementation of external communications for UNESCO Dhaka including social and digital media, web, public relations, branding and publications.
Develop an overall visibility strategy for UNESCO in Bangladesh including but not limited to coordination of advocacy materials, publications, social media and campaigns, and media relationships;

1. Prepare a communication strategy and action plan for the Education Cannot Wait Multi-year Resilience Program Phase II;
   02. Develop a suite of office promotional materials, such as brochures, articles, newsletters and reports, and update these as and when required;
   03. Manage the production of advocacy and communication materials including publications, videos, Facebook posts, tweets, social media packages, greeting cards, souvenirs, etc. in accordance with UNESCO standards and guidelines;
   04. Manage the establishment of the UNESCO Dhaka webspace on unesco.org including progressive content development and active maintenance of additions to the space;
   06. Generate and/or edit news content in the text as well as multimedia formats such as press releases, posts, etc
2. Design and implement campaigns aligned with the priorities of UNESCO’s visibility strategy;
   08. Create and manage photograph and video libraries of stock material for UNESCO use;
   09. Design templates for communication materials including PPTs, SM tiles, etc;
   10. Maintain contacts with media representatives and others to promote the activities of the organization. Develop a press kit for UNESCO Dhaka.
   11. Ensure that responses to direct or indirect requests for information about the work of the organization promote a better understanding of its objectives and activities;
   12. Promote and track UNESCO Dhaka’s brand and the work of the organization through social media networks (including future networks that may emerge on digital platforms), and provide more information as and when required;
   13. Build the skills of UNESCO staff in public engagement and visibility; and
   14. Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the post as requested by supervisor and Director of UNESCO Dhaka

COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)

Accountability (C)

Communication (C)

Innovation (C)

Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)

Planning and organizing (C)

Teamwork (C)

Results focus (C)

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For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelors/Masters degree in mass communication, journalism, public relations or a related field/equivalent.

Work Experience:

At least 5 years of working experience in communication, visibility, and public engagement.  Previous experience in international development bodies would be considered as an asset.

Languages:

Excellent skills in English and Bangla.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of another UN official language would be considered as an asset.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview.

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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