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• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive diverse and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training accreditation coaching mentorship and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country regional and global offices around the world and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

JOB TITLE: Communications Consultant

TYPE OF CONTRACT: CST

UNIT/DIVISION: Japan Relations Office (TOK)

DUTY/STATION: Yokohama Japan

DURATION: 8 months

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the worlds largest humanitarian organization

saving lives in emergencies building prosperity and supporting a sustainable future for people recovering

from conflict disasters and the impact of climate change.

WFP Japans mission is to raise awareness of WFPs work among the public and partners in Japan - one

of the top-ranking and consistent donor countries. The WFP Japan Relations Office acts as a partnership

hub fostering strategic partnerships with Japanese institutions liaising with the Government as well as the private sector including the Japan Association for the WFP (JAWFP) a non-profit entity in support of WFP and strengthening advocacy to key stakeholders to achieve zero hunger.

Purpose of the assignment:

To support TOKs key missions and initiatives in the areas of communications advocacy and marketing

as well as joint communications/fundraising activities with the Japan Association for WFP (JAWFP).

Reporting line:

The role will report directly to the Director of Japan Relations Office and work in close collaboration with the Communications and Media Office at WFP HQ.

The consultant will work on the following tasks under the direct supervision of Director. The order of these responsibilities does not necessarily mean the fixed order in priority which should be flexibly weighed and adjusted based on the context the needs and strategic directions of WFP Japan Relations Office.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain and develop media relations and organize media interviews following up on requests for information from media keeping accurate records of media coverage;

2. Prepare press release and other communication material correspondence and other; documentations to enhance WFPs visibility and support from the general public towards WFP activities;

3. Develop manage define the tone and generate content for the WFP Japan social media presence such as Facebook X (formerly known as Twitter) Instagram and possibly others;

the maintenance of the WFP website and social media channels by creating compelling videos and social media assets;

compile and produce donor visibility materials;

information and audio-visual materials brochures and other documentation;

the preparation of visibility initiatives including public events and seminars;

the preparation of briefing papers and talking points as required;

9. Produce reports on WFP communications/fundraising activities as required; and

other related duties as required.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

Deliverables on above responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:

University degree with experience and advanced training/courses in one or more of the following disciplines: journalism international relations communications marketing or other relevant fields or relevant professional experience.

Experience

More than 3 years of experience in communications or related fields in Japan.

Knowledge & Skills

The incumbent is also expected to possess the following skills and abilities: stress resilience; time management; multi-tasking; effective communication skills; flexibility and team work.

Languages

Native level skills in the writing speaking and comprehension in Japanese language.

Excellent knowledge of English is required.

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