Communication Officer
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Job Description
OVERVIEW
Post Number:CPE 039
Grade:P-3
Parent Sector:Division for Communications and Public Engagement (CPE)
Duty Station:Paris
Job Family: Public Information
Type of contract:Fixed Term
Duration of contract:2 years renewable
Recruitment open to:Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time):18-AUG-2025
UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization Integrity Respect for Diversity Professionalism
OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST
Under the overall authority of the Director for Communications and Public Engagement (CPE) and the guidance and direct supervision of the Chief of Digital Content Unit (CPE/DCT) the Communication Officer is responsible for writing reviewing and editing information material for publication on digital channels (website and social media) with a particular focus on Arabic channels.
S/He makes sure UNESCOs vision messages and programmes are portrayed and showcased in a coherent and inspiring manner ensuring coherence and consistency of the content to inform inspire and engage the Arabic-speaking audience with a particular focus on Member States audience. S/He leads the Divisions effort to communicate on UNESCOs results and impact with a special focus on communication materials showcasing beneficiaries and partners testimonies and stories on the website on social media as well as in the press and other publications.
S/He is the key reference person for all communication in Arabic both at Headquarters and in the Field. As such s/he oversees/coordinates activities of Field Offices in the Arab region and ensures consistency and coherence of messaging building on a strong knowledge of political cultural and diplomatic realities in the region.
S/He is also the reference person for the implementation of large-scale communications projects in Arabic language or in the Arabic region and as such liaises with relevant partners assuming focal point responsibilities with Sectors concerned at UNESCO.
In particular the incumbent will:
Long Description
Overall coordination of UNESCO digital content in Arabic
- Operate as editor-in-chief of Arabic content.
- Coordinate the Arabic social media accounts and website in close cooperation with the Head of Digital Content.
- Create relevant content for UNESCOs digital channels to raise the profile of the Organization.
- Stimulate initiative recommend and elaborate campaign elements with UNESCO Field Offices social media channels in Arabic.
- Identify and recommend new visual content to be used in social media (graphics images videos).
- Make known UNESCOs ideals and values on Arabic social media channels engaging in dialogues and answering questions where appropriate.
- Establish partnerships with other UN agencies social media channels in Arabic for UNESCOs campaigns.
- Contribute to the development of positive and fruitful media relations with Arabic speaking press.
Coordination of communications activities of Field Offices in the Arab region
- Oversee the publication of content on UNESCO Field Offices websites.
- Ensure quality control of communication initiatives and content production.
- Provide strategic guidance and assistance to Field Office colleagues involving the use of the current Content Management platform.
- Provide training and support on communication matters.
Communications projects management
- Reach out to the public and private sectors to support project development and generate extra-budgetary funding and projects taking into account division Member States and donor priorities. Monitor the communications component of large-scale extra-budgetary projects related to the Arabic language and the Arab region.
- Elaborate reports on specific projects including administrative and budgetary components.
Quality control of the Arabic language
- Ensure quality of the input provided for Arabic language content on UNESCOs website in terms of length relevance timeliness and consistency of the Arabic language.
- Review and check the quality of the Field Offices websites for continuity logical arrangement completeness relevance of material vs. enounced objectives/target audience clarity of expression internal consistency with due regard to space/length limitations.
COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) in communication journalism or Arabic language studies.
Work Experience
- A minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in communications of which preferably 2 years acquired at international level.
- Proven experience in partnership building and developing and implementing projects in the MENA region.
- Strong experience in content creation including writing editing and producing communication materials.
- Experience in designing and executing communication campaigns.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent analytical writing and editorial skills.
- Excellent oral communication skills.
- Ability to rapidly analyse synthesize adjust and calibrate information.
- Advanced knowledge of information systems web standards and technologies and CMS (preferably Drupal).
- Proven knowledge of social media platforms and graphic design tools.
- Excellent coordination and organizational skills with proven ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to liaise with other structures and with the media.
- Proven problem-solving and crisis management skills with sensitivity to issues.
- Results-oriented mindset.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of English and French (both written and spoken).
- Full professional proficiency in Arabic.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work experience
- Experience in international organizations and/or the United Nations System.
BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS
UNESCOs salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include if applicable: 30 days annual leave family allowance medical insurance pension plan etc.
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 111566.87 US $.
For full information on benefits and entitlements please consult ourGuide to Staff Benefits.
SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.
The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice and may include tests and/or assessments as well as an interview.
UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference e-mail correspondence etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.
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UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution as well as gender parity among its staff members in all categories and at all grades. Furthermore UNESCO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender nationality and culture. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States (last update here) are particularly welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. Individuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of mobility is required for staff members appointed to international posts.
UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that UNESCO is a non-smoking Organization.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
