Вакансія: Multimedia Communications Officer, NOA, Kyiv, OHCHR

Background and Organizational Context

Under the guidance and direct supervision of Communications Officer and overall supervision of the Head of Mission or Deputy Head of Mission, the Multimedia Communications Officer supports the development and implementation of the HRMMU communication and media strategies, which are geared to foster the promotion and the protection of human rights in Ukraine. 

Key Duties and Accountabilities:

• Supports design and implementation of the communication strategy of the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine (HRMMU) for human rights promotion and increased visibility of HRMMU;
• Designs and/or edits communications and reporting materials, including images and videos for social media, infographics, leaflets, HRMMU reports, briefing papers, etc; 
• Leads the maintenance and uploading the information on official websites to ensure that the content there is updated;
• Monitors and analyzes current social media trends, and advises on appropriate social media campaigns and digital products; 
• Contributes to monitoring HRMMU media coverage;
• Contributes to organizing public online and offline events, including the launch of the OHCHR public reports in Ukraine, Human Rights Day etc;
• Maintains and updates stock of communications products and visibility materials of the Mission;
• Works collectively with other UN communication officers within the UN Communication and Advocacy Group (UNCAG); elaborating and participating in joint digital communications campaigns, ensuring human rights angle and approach;
• Performs other communication-related functions and special duties as required.

Competencies and Selection Criteria

Professionalism: Knowledge of the full range of communications approaches, tools, and methodologies essential to planning and executing effective campaign strategies and programmes, e.g., campaign management, media operations, marketing and promotion, audience outreach, message targeting. Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. Ability to identify public affairs issues, opportunities and risks in an international environment. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. Knowledge of relevant internal policies and business activities/issues.  Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style. Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication:  Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning & Organizing:  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

Recruitment Qualifications:

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Master or equivalent) in communications, journalism, media relations, public information or a related field is required. A combination of relevant academic background (at least a first level university degree i.e. bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and 2 years of extensive relevant professional experience in a related area may be accepted in lieu of advanced university degree.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Up to 2 years of professional experience in public information and/or public relations. Basic knowledge in graphic design and video editing (like Canva) is desirable. 
• Drafting social media publications, press releases, human centered stories is desirable.
• Excellent computer skills are required.   
• Experience working with the United Nations or a comparable international organization in Ukraine is desirable.

Languages

• Fluency in oral and written English, Ukrainian and Russian. 

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