Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
South Sudan is going through a crisis situation following an armed conflict that erupted in December 2013 and flared in July 2016. The conflict has resulted in focusing external assistance to South Sudan on humanitarian relief, with little attention to ongoing early recovery, stabilization and development work. In this context, the Communications & Innovation Analyst will support the Country Office in advocating for recovery and stabilization, and the Secretary-General’s “New Way of Working”.
The Communications & Innovation Analyst will take ownership of aligning priorities and deliverables of the Communications Unit with UNDP’s new Strategic Plan 2018-2021, the forthcoming UN cooperation framework for South Sudan, as well as the national development strategy. An active presence in the ongoing dialogue around revitalization of the peace process will be of utmost priority, as well as identifying entry points for innovation in the presentation of UNDP’s signature solutions.
A communications strategy tightly linked to programme priorities helps position the Country Office in key development markets as a thought leader in ways that boost demand for various service lines and increase overall business opportunities. An integrated innovation strategy helps catalyst Country Office-wide improvements in accountability, reporting results, programme visibility externally with partners, RBA/HQ, media and donors.
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Director, the Communications & Innovation Analyst implements the corporate communications strategy, designs, manages and facilitates the implementation of the Country Office communications and publication strategies which are geared to influence the development agenda, to promote public and media outreach and to mobilize political and financial support for UNDP.
The Communications & Innovation Analyst may supervise and leads the communications staff of the country office and maintains a regular working relationship with the Regional Communications Adviser. The Communications & Innovation Analyst works in close collaboration with the Programme and Management Support Unit and Operations teams, staff of other UN Agencies, UNDP Communications Group Staff (UN South Sudan Communications Working Group, HQs, Regional Communications Advisor) and government officials, international and local media, subject matter experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP communication strategy implementation
Position Purpose
Duties And Responsibilities
Planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach focusing on achievement of the following results:
Implementation of the CO publications strategy and plan focusing on the achievement of the following results:
Management of media relations focusing on the achievement of the following results:
Supervision Of The Design And Maintenance Of The UNDP Web Site, Social Media, Intranet, CO Web-based Knowledge Management System Focusing On Achievement Of The Following Results
Supports the business developmentfocusing on achievement of the following results: Launches, messaging, events and campaigns
Launches, messaging, events and campaigns
Outreach
Public information
Facilitation of knowledge building and management with a focus on innovation, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Effective management of the Communication & Innovation Unit and supervision of the Communications team focusing on achieving the following results:
Effective management of the Communications Office, including preparation of the work plan, management of budget, vendors and external consultants, recruitment, performance reviews and contractual matters.
Competencies
Achieve Results: LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process
Act with Determination: LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making
Communications-Advocacy strategy and implementation: Ability to create and implement advocacy strategies which lead to impactful change
Communications-Digital Strategy: Ability to plan the use of resources through digital channels to reach and engage target audiences effectively and to achieve particular objectives
Communications-Media Relations: Ability to develop media relations across all aspects of media work including relationships with media and preparing media materials such as messages
Communications-Social Media Management: Ability to represent and promote the UNDP brand in virtual communities and networks
Communications-Web and social media analytics: Ability to analyze and interpret data and statistics to measure web and social media performance
Education
Required Skills and Experience
Experience
Languages
Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant Information About UNDP Rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Scam warning
The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
Posted on Aug 31, 2023.
Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
South Sudan is going through a crisis situation following an armed conflict that erupted in December 2013 and flared in July 2016. The conflict has resulted in focusing external assistance to South Sudan on humanitarian relief, with little attention to ongoing early recovery, stabilization and development work. In this context, the Communications & Innovation Analyst will support the Country Office in advocating for recovery and stabilization, and the Secretary-General’s “New Way of Working”.
The Communications & Innovation Analyst will take ownership of aligning priorities and deliverables of the Communications Unit with UNDP’s new Strategic Plan 2018-2021, the forthcoming UN cooperation framework for South Sudan, as well as the national development strategy. An active presence in the ongoing dialogue around revitalization of the peace process will be of utmost priority, as well as identifying entry points for innovation in the presentation of UNDP’s signature solutions.
A communications strategy tightly linked to programme priorities helps position the Country Office in key development markets as a thought leader in ways that boost demand for various service lines and increase overall business opportunities. An integrated innovation strategy helps catalyst Country Office-wide improvements in accountability, reporting results, programme visibility externally with partners, RBA/HQ, media and donors.
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Country Director, the Communications & Innovation Analyst implements the corporate communications strategy, designs, manages and facilitates the implementation of the Country Office communications and publication strategies which are geared to influence the development agenda, to promote public and media outreach and to mobilize political and financial support for UNDP.
The Communications & Innovation Analyst may supervise and leads the communications staff of the country office and maintains a regular working relationship with the Regional Communications Adviser. The Communications & Innovation Analyst works in close collaboration with the Programme and Management Support Unit and Operations teams, staff of other UN Agencies, UNDP Communications Group Staff (UN South Sudan Communications Working Group, HQs, Regional Communications Advisor) and government officials, international and local media, subject matter experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP communication strategy implementation
Position Purpose
Duties And Responsibilities
Planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach focusing on achievement of the following results:
Implementation of the CO publications strategy and plan focusing on the achievement of the following results:
Management of media relations focusing on the achievement of the following results:
Supervision Of The Design And Maintenance Of The UNDP Web Site, Social Media, Intranet, CO Web-based Knowledge Management System Focusing On Achievement Of The Following Results
Supports the business developmentfocusing on achievement of the following results: Launches, messaging, events and campaigns
Launches, messaging, events and campaigns
Outreach
Public information
Facilitation of knowledge building and management with a focus on innovation, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: Effective management of the Communication & Innovation Unit and supervision of the Communications team focusing on achieving the following results:
Effective management of the Communications Office, including preparation of the work plan, management of budget, vendors and external consultants, recruitment, performance reviews and contractual matters.
Competencies
Achieve Results: LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process
Act with Determination: LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making
Communications-Advocacy strategy and implementation: Ability to create and implement advocacy strategies which lead to impactful change
Communications-Digital Strategy: Ability to plan the use of resources through digital channels to reach and engage target audiences effectively and to achieve particular objectives
Communications-Media Relations: Ability to develop media relations across all aspects of media work including relationships with media and preparing media materials such as messages
Communications-Social Media Management: Ability to represent and promote the UNDP brand in virtual communities and networks
Communications-Web and social media analytics: Ability to analyze and interpret data and statistics to measure web and social media performance
Education
Required Skills and Experience
Experience
Languages
Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant Information About UNDP Rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Scam warning
The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web.
Posted on Aug 31, 2023.
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