Communication Officer (CFS HLPE-FSN Secretariat Communication Specialist)

at  FAO

Job Posting: 25/Apr/2024
Closure Date: 09/May/2024, 4:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit: DDCC
Job Type: Staff position
Type of Requisition: Professional Project
Grade Level: P-3
Primary Location: Italy-Rome
Duration: Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension
Post Number: 2010210
CCOG Code: 1A08
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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced university degree in communication, international relations, food security, nutrition or a related field.
• Five years of relevant experience in communication or journalism related to science and food security.
• Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.
• Extent and relevance in science dissemination, institutional and public relations.
• Extent and relevance of experience in drafting high-quality written materials for a wide variety of audiences, working with a broad range of communication and media partners, including from international organizations, governments, academia, professional bodies, private sector, donor and philanthropic bodies and civil society organizations.
• Experience in all aspects concerning publication cycles in a UN agency is highly desirable.
• Understanding of CFS and UN policies and programmes is considered a strong asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills to assess communication effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Flexibility and adaptability to adjust communication strategies based on evolving project needs and priorities.
• Working knowledge in more than one of the UN official languages is considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency in utilizing various communication tools and platforms, including social media platforms, digital and web content management systems, and email automation tools.
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to create compelling content for different platforms and target audiences.

Liaison with the Office of Communication (OCC) will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with FAO standards, appropriate review and clearance processes.

• All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including:

Please refer the Job description for details