RE-ADVERTISEMENT: NATIONAL POST: Communications and Media Specialist, Kathmandu, Nepal Country Office, NOC
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Advanced Degree in the field of Media/Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or equivalent professional experience in the communications areas, combined with an Advanced Degree in a relevant discipline.
Knowledge and Experience:
At least five years of increasingly responsible professional experience at the national or international level in media/communications, journalism, public relations, political science or development work in a relevant discipline;
Substantive knowledge and practical experience in communication strategy development, including demonstrated expertise in implementing visibility communications or media projects;
Strong media contacts and proven success pitching stories to media outlets;
Knowledge and expertise in UNFPA mandate areas a distinct advantage;
Excellent research and writing skills, with experience writing reports, newsletters, and programme updates;
Excellent understanding of web production, social media, and multimedia tools;
Intimate knowledge and ease of navigation of traditional and new digital and social media;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Demonstrated team player in an international team environment;
Prior experience in the multilateral system is an asset but is not mandatory.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Nepali (both oral and written) is required. Other UN languages are an asset.
Required Competencies:
Values:
Exemplifying integrity,
Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
Embracing cultural diversity,
Embracing change
Core Competencies:
Achieving results,
Being accountable,
Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
Thinking analytically and strategically,
Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
Communicating for impact
Functional Competencies:
Leading global advocacy for organizational priorities
Creating visibility for the organization
Mobilizing resources
Managerial Competencies (if applicable):
Engage internal/external partners,
Lead, develop and empower people, create impact and a culture of performance
Making decisions and exercising judgment
Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
*No expectancy of renewal in accordance with UN Staff Regulations 4.5
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