RE-ADVERTISEMENT Communications Assistant
at unfpa
København, Region Hovedstaden, Denmark -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 22 Nov, 2024 | Not Specified | 22 Aug, 2024 | 2 year(s) or above | Organizational Structure,Public Relations,Social Media,Communications,Multimedia,Knowledge Sharing,Communication Skills,Supply Chain,Strategy,Social Sciences,Completion,Public Health,Presentation Skills,Sensitivity,Broadcast,Presentations,English | No | No |
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Description:
THE POSITION:
The Communications Assistant position is located in the Office of Chief, in the UNFPA Supply Chain Management Unit (SCMU). The position reports directly to the Communications Manager. The Communications Assistant will work closely with other SCMU colleagues, other HQ Business Units, the Regional Offices and the Country Offices and with a number of external partners.
C.THOUGHT LEADERSHIP, KNOWLEDGE SHARING AND ADVISORY
- Appreciate UNFPA’s supply chain thought leadership through awareness and incorporating such initiatives into the overall approach to day-to-day activities.
- Actively contribute to an environment of knowledge retention and sharing through supporting the community incorporating best practices of supply chain.
- Support improved supply chain execution by incorporating best practices into daily activities.
EDUCATION:
- Completion of secondary education is required.
- A University degree at Bachelor Level in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Social Sciences, or other relevant subjects is an asset.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of five (5) years of relevant progressively responsible experience in Communication, multimedia, broadcast, media relations and/or public relations including / The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 2 years for candidates who possess a relevant first-level or advanced university degree:
- Experience of internal communications including communication of key corporate messages;
- Experience of managing the production of printed material, including brochures, leaflets, briefing third party designers/printers to ensure corporate brand and style is met;
- Experience in managing websites and social media accounts;
- Experience in planning and managing public events;
- Proven ability to write and edit engaging news, stories, and feature articles, as well as compelling social media content in English
- Demonstrated experience in communications, marketing, website management and strategy and social media.
- Strong advocacy and networking skills with the ability to liaise with and engage government, UN agencies, CSOs, media and other stakeholders in a professional and friendly manner.
- Strong communication skills and proven experience with the use of social media and other channels for effective advocacy, knowledge sharing and campaigning.
- Effective at consensus-building and communicating cross-functionally with external and internal audiences.
- Broad knowledge of best communication practices; experience in crafting plans, work flows and institutional positions;
- Substantive knowledge on, understanding of, and practical experience in communication and advocacy strategies.
- Sound editorial judgment, analytical ability, and sensitivity to the issues addressed by UNFPA and similar organizations.
- At least one (1) year work experience with government, UN or INGOs on issues related to public health or related areas will be an added advantage.
- Professional written and spoken presentation skills, including for the development of reports, presentations, and the ability to synthesize complex supply chain documents for both technical and non-technical audiences is required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and capability to develop and maintain broad diversified partnerships is required.
- Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is required.
- Experience working in a matrix organizational structure is an asset.
- Basic knowledge of the principles and operational aspects of integrated reproductive health care in the global development and humanitarian community, familiarity with UNFPA programmes and policies, knowledge of international development policies and institutions and international politics is an advantage.
- Knowledge of UNFPA mandates, policies, and guidelines is an asset.
Responsibilities:
JOB PURPOSE:
In general, the Communications Assistant will provide foundational support and ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of communications activities for the SCMU and SCM Network.
MAIN TASK AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will be responsible to support the Communications Manager with:
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:2.0Max:7.0 year(s)
Public Relations/PR
Marketing / Advertising / MR / PR
Public Relations
Graduate
Communication journalism public relations social sciences or other relevant subjects is an asset
Proficient
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København, Denmark