Communication Assistant

Job ID/Title :Communication Assistant
Category :Management
Brand :UNDP
Application Deadline :22-Nov-12
Duty Station :Gaza
Languages Required :Arabic, English,   
Duration of Initial Contract :    6 months (Renewable)

Expected Duration of Assignment :    

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Background:
UNDP launched the field operations of the Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (PAPP) in mid 1980 in response to UN General Assembly resolution 33/147, which called on UNDP to provide assistance to the Palestinian people. The West Bank and the Gaza Strip had endured years of occupation, which had lead to increased levels of poverty and unemployment. Hundreds of thousands were living in refugee camps in bad conditions without the most basic amenities. Despite its complex and evolving system of operation, UNDP/PAPP has proved to be an efficient mechanism for delivering development assistance to the Palestinian people and has been welcomed by donors as a means of providing them with transparency and financial accountability. The sensitive political environment within which UNDP/PAPP operates and the complexity and uniqueness of its operations renders it necessary that its communication, media relations and outreach efforts be handled with a high level of strategic orientation, political sensitivity, and wisdom.
Under the direct supervision of the communications Specialist, the communications Assistant will support the promotion of UNDP/PAPP’s activities in Gaza through local and international media, publications and the Internet.
Description of Responsibilities:
 
1-Supports the overall communications strategy of PAPP’s programme focusing on achievement of the following results:
 
- Assist in the implementation of activities, initiatives, and programmes to promote public awareness of, and access to, UNDP information and   ublicity materials.
- Effectively liaises with local media, NGO’s, Civil Society, and other partners to this end, in cooperation with the Communications unit.
- Provide information on regular basis to the communications unit in order facilitate the updating of the corporate UNDP/PAPP website and intranet. This includes the drafting of success stories, photo stories and short videos if needed.

 
2-Provides technical support to the Gaza Office Programme Teams on communications matters focusing on achievement the following results:
 
- Provide technical assistance to Gaza Office on communication activities, in line with the communications strategy and under the supervision of with the Communications Specialist.
- Draft and translate articles, press releases, speeches/talking points for the head of Gaza office, as well as programme communication materials, in coordination with the Communications unit.
- Support the Gaza office in the preparation of reports, including English language editing if necessary; responding to internal and external requests for information.
- Assist in the identification of appropriate UNDP projects and arrangement/documentation of field visits for media teams, donors and other special interest groups.
 
3-Promote the use of social networks to build a stronger relationship between UNDP/PAPP and its constituents.
4-Any other related duties as may be required
Competencies :
Competencies and Learning Expectations
Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism
Functional Competencies
Knowledge Management and Learning
- Shares knowledge and experience
- In-depth knowledge of development issues
- Seeks and applies knowledge, information, and best practices from within and outside UNDP
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Development and Operational Effectiveness
- Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills? Ability to extract, interpret, analyze data and resolve problems
- Demonstrates excellent presentation skill
- Uses Information Technology effectively as a tool and resource
- Excellent writing skills in both Arabic and English
- Excellent translation skills (writing and simultaneous) in both Arabic and English
Leadership and Self-Management
- Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
- Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
Learning Expectations:
- Function and operate in a multicultural setting
- Promote the achievements of UNDP Development work
- Partner and network for better results on development cooperation
 
Qualifications :
Education: University Degree in Communications, Media, Business Administration or a relevant field from a recognized local or foreign academic institution.
Experience: 3 years of progressive professional experience in the field of communications, public relations. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel,  etc.).Familiarity with internet, search engines, discussion boards, blogs, video sharing sites and podcasts is an asset.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in Arabic and English
 
“UNDP/PAPP is an equal opportunity employer: applications from both internal and external men and women will be considered equally”
 
UNDP actively supports the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities adopted by the United Nations General Assembly
 

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Important message to all applicants!
-Please be aware that the UNDP/PAPP will review your application only if you have uploaded Personal History Form (P.11) to your application. Please download the form from the following link: http://jobs.undp.ps.

-You will get the opportunity to upload the P-11 at when you apply for the position.
-Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be given consideration. Please note that only applications that are under consideration will be contacted.
-For more detailed information about UNDP/PAPP please visit our website at www.undp.ps.

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