Job: COMMUNICATIONS ANALYST

Location : Cairo, EGYPT

Application Deadline : 30-Sep-13

Type of Contract : FTA Local

Post Level : NO-A

Languages Required : Arabic   English  

Background

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Director, the Communications Analyst participates in the formulation and implementation of the corporate communications strategy, as well as in the design, management and implementation of the Country Office (CO) communications strategy which is geared to influence the development agenda, promote public and media outreach and mobilize political and financial support for UNDP.  As such, the incumbent contributes to the development and implementation of the country programme.

As a member of the CO Innovation Team, The Communications Analyst is expected to engage and make meaningful contributions to the development of novel stakeholder involvement and communication approaches.

The Communications Analyst maintains a working relationship with the Regional Communications Advisor. The Communications Analyst works in close collaboration with Senior Management, Programme and Operations teams, the RBM Officer, staff of other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff (Communications Office), as well as the media, ensuring successful UNDP communication strategy implementation.

A communications strategy tightly linked to programme priorities helps position the Country Office in key development markets as a leader in ways that boost demand for various service lines and increase overall business opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities

Participates in the formulation and implementation of communications and outreach strategy focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Analysis of requirements, synthesis of proposals and provision of information by conducting communications needs assessments for elaboration of the CO communications and outreach strategy based on the corporate communications strategy and under the guidance of the regional communications advisor;
• Drafting/editing of communications and outreach strategy based on corporate communications strategy;
• Assisting in the preparation of Country Office communication and advocacy instruments including presentations, briefing material for dissemination to different audiences as need be in coordination with supervisor;
• Synthesis of proposals for project formulations to integrate advocacy and communication strategies into all aspects of UNDP’s development programme.

Supervises the design and maintenance of the UNDP CO website and intranet focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Design and maintenance of the office websites based on corporate requirements in cooperation with ICT team and relevant staff members;
• Generation, preparation and editing of content for the web sites to ensure material is consistent and up to date.

Provides support for CO projects and events to boost business development focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Launches and campaigns

• Promotion and dissemination of corporate advocacy materials for launching flagship initiatives and publications such as the Human Development Report in coordination with relevant staff members;
• Promotion and maintenance of public information campaigns on UNDP activities, results of MDG/Sustainable Development Goals, and UN Reform, under the supervision of Country Director;
• Development of communication materials, including briefing materials and press releases, for CO events in coordination with relevant staff members;
• Writing, editing and supervising translation of speeches and public statements for senior management and programme staff.

Outreach

• Develop innovative ways to reach out and connect to a wider audience through social media, blogging and related means;
• Support the design (i.e. layout, format), development and dissemination of information to stakeholders and Egyptian society at large to support outreach and advocacy of UNDP projects and mandate as well as issues related to UN values;
• Dissemination of communication materials and media mobilization through a regularly updated and populated contact database.

Public information

• Timely and effective responses to inquiries for public information materials;
• Forging of a “One UN” image through acting as focal point for the organization and implementation of joint UN information campaigns (UN Day, World AIDS Day, etc.).

Facilitates knowledge building and knowledge sharing for CO Staff and external groups focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country goals and activities;
• Contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice including corporate communications repositories;
• Provision of trainings for UNDP staff on communications for development;
• Professional growth through active learning.

Management of digital media monitoring, archiving and dissemination system focusing on the achievement of the following results:

• Identification of storylines for publications and articles contributing to debates on key development issues and addressing problematic coverage;
• Technical supervision of translation/adaptation/rewriting of information received, and dissemination of press clippings and translated synopses to within, CO and to HQ.
• Maintaining and populating organized and searchable digital databases for text and images.
• Compiling specialized media coverage press packages for projects/events as deemed necessary and planning dissemination to strategic target audiences.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Advocates and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

• Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to UNDP Practice Areas;
• Develops knowledge in Practice Areas;
• Is proactive and displays interest in testing new ideas and tools in the area of communications;
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

• Ability to implement communications and advocacy strategies;
• Advocates effectively;
• Communicates sensitively and effectively across different constituencies;
• Excellent communication skills, excellent writing skills;
• Ability to conceptualize issues and analyse data;
• Demonstrates strong IT skills.

Management and Leadership:

• Focuses on impact and result for the client;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Ability to remain calm, in control and good humored even under pressure and tight deadlines;
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view;  
• Solicits feedback about the impact of his/her own behavior.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Master's degree in development, media relations, journalism, publishing or related field.

Experience:

• Experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy would be desirable but not a requirement;
• Prior experience to the work of the United Nations or development issues is an advantage but not a requirement;
• Experience in the usage of media technology, social media for public information/advocacy, and good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems would be desirable but not a requirement.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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