UNDP Jobs - 52269- Communications Analyst

Communications Analyst

Location :

Chisinau, MOLDOVA

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

19-Jan-2015

Application Deadline :

21-Dec-14 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NO-B

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 (one) year

Languages Required :

English Russian

Expected Duration of Assignment :

annual extension

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. 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.

Background

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative (RC/RR) and secondary supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative (DRR), the Communications Analyst implements the corporate communications strategy, as well as provides inputs to the design, management and implementation of the Country Office communications and publication strategies which are geared to influence the development agenda, promote public and media outreach and mobilize political and financial support for UNDP and UN in Moldova.

The Communications Analyst is part of the Strategic Support Team, coordinates the communications staff/consultants of the country office and projects and leads the UN Communications Group which consists of the Communications Officers of the UN Agencies in Moldova. The Communications Analyst works in close collaboration with Programme and Operations teams, UNDP projects, staff of other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff (Communications Office) and Government officials, international and local media, subject matter experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP/UN 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

Summary of Key Functions:

Planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach;
Implementation of the publications strategy and plan;
Developing content and keeping up to date the UNDP web site and social media accounts
Support to communicating results through campaigns, outreach and sharing information
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing

Ensures planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach focusing on achievement of the following results:

Preparation and conduct of communications needs assessments for CO (projects, country programme and corporate change initiatives, etc).
Drafting/editing of CO communications and outreach strategy based on the corporate communications strategy.
Provision of advice to programme and project teams to ensure standardized approach to the design of communication strategies and planning of actions, as well as practical guidance to communications consultants/ teams in projects.
Analysis of requirements and synthesis of proposals on ways to integrate advocacy and communication strategies into all aspects of UNDP’s development programme during programme formulations.
Provision of advice to management and inputs related to communications at the project formulation and budget writing stage.
Efficient coordination of the UN Communications Group, including organizing regular meetings, reporting on decisions and results to UN Country Team, developing work plan and organizing joint events, among many others.

Ensures implementation of the CO publications strategy and plan focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Implementation of the CO publications strategy and plan, based on the corporate publications policy.
Identification of storylines for publications and drafting of substantive articles contributing to debates on key development issues.
Coordination and management of CO publication activities, such as content management, norms for publishing, design, etc.
Contact with printers and other suppliers to ensure production and ensure publications dissemination.
Close collaboration with Communications Consultants in various projects implemented by UNDP and the UN to ensure that results are communicated in due time and in line with the corporate guidelines.
Monitoring of UNDP visibility and presence in the public space (including social media); recommending adjustments in the communication strategy and specific actions based on the context.

Develop content and keep up to date the UNDP web site and social media accounts focusing on achievement of the following results:

Update the office web site based on corporate requirements.
Preparation of the content for the UNDP and UN web sites as well as social media accounts to ensure consistency of the materials.

Providesupport to communicating results through campaigns, outreach and sharing information focusing on achievement of the following results:

Launches and campaigns

Promotion and maintenance of public information campaigns on UNDP activities, UN Reform, results of MDGs and post-2015.
Promotion and dissemination of corporate advocacy materials for launching flagship initiatives and publications such as the Human Development Report.
Packaging and submission of programme initiatives for donor review in collaboration with programme/projects staff

Outreach

Maintenance of increased coverage and understanding of the UNDP’s work in the country or practice area through regular media contacts and provision of newsworthy information to national public and, where possible, donors.
Organization of roundtable discussions, press conferences, briefing sessions, interviews, launches, etc.
Forging of a “one UN” image through publicizing the significance of local and global UN reform efforts, joint programmes, common services. Organization and implementation of joint UN information campaigns (UN Day, Human Rights Gala of Awards, etc.)
Ensured access for journalists to subject matter experts.
Preparation of donor reports, civic education and community awareness where appropriate to support projects.

Public information

Effective responses to inquiries for public information materials.
Provide inputs for innovative and creative solutions to sensitive or corporately strategic public communications issues.
Contribute to advocacy and promotion of UN/UNDP mandate, mission and purpose.

Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country goals and activities.
Monitor practices, and project-specific news and developments in order to ensure guidance to the office that reflects the best and most current available information.
Provides advice and support to UNDP inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD and other documents.
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice including corporate communications repositories.
Provision of training, consultancy and advice to UNDP staff on communications for development.

Competencies

Functional Competencies:

Advocacy/Advancing a Policy-Oriented Agenda

Preparing information for advocacy

Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UNDP’s mandate
Maintains a functioning network of contacts with a variety of stakeholders to promote a better understanding of UNDP’s mandate and to support advocacy efforts

Building Strategic Partnerships

Maintaining a network of contacts

Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues
Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders
Establishes and nurtures positive communication with partners

Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Basic research and analysis

Generates new ideas and approaches, researches best practices and proposes new, more effective ways of doing things
Documents and analyses innovative strategies and new approaches

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Fundamental knowledge of own discipline

Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position
Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
Analyzes the requirements and synthesizes proposals
Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments

Creating Visibility for UNDP/Supporting UNDP’s Capacity to Advocate

Research and data analysis

Promotes awareness of UNDP’s centrally to development through dissemination of information and materials
Maintains networks and knowledge assets for use in visibility and image activities

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

Preparing information for global advocacy

Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences
Maintains a functioning network of contacts in the media and civil society, to promote a better understanding of UNDP’s mandate and to support advocacy efforts

Conceptual Innovation in the Provision of Technical Expertise
Research and analysis

Keeps updated in his/her area of substantive expertise
Identifies opportunities for conceptual innovation

Client Orientation

Establishing effective client relationships

Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion
Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external clients

Core Competencies:

Adherence to the core values of the United Nations; in particular, is respectful of differences of culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, language, age, HIV status, disability, and sexual orientation, or other status.
Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
Self-development, initiative-taking
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
Creating synergies through self-control
Managing conflict
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Informed and transparent decision making.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Master's degree or equivalent in media relations, journalism, publishing or another relevant area.

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy.
Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is an advantage.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English, Romanian and Russian.
Working knowledge of one or more additional languages relevant for Moldova, including Bulgarian, Gagauzian, Romani, Ukrainian or sign language would be an asset.

This is a local position, therefore only citizens of the Republic of Moldova are eligible to apply.

Applications should be submitted on line and include fully completed Personal History Form (P11) as attachment instead of CV/resume.