Economic Commission for Africa Communications Assistant Jobs in Ethiopia
Economic Commission for Africa Communications Assistant Jobs in Ethiopia;ECA's mission is to deliver ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa, informed by the 2030 SDGs and Agenda 2063.
The mission is guided by ECA's five strategic directions: advancing ECA's position as a premier knowledge institution that builds on its unique position and privilege to bring global solutions to the continent's problems and take local solutions to the continent; developing macroeconomic and structural policy options to accelerate economic diversification and job creation; designing and implementing innovative financing models for infrastructure, and for human, physical and social assets for a transforming Africa; contributing solutions to regional and transboundary challenges, with a focus on peace, security and social inclusion as an important development nexus; and advocating Africa's position at the global level while developing regional responses as a contribution to global governance issues.
The Administration and Conference Management Division (ACMD) is headed by a Director and reports to the Deputy Executive Secretary (Programme Support). It is divided into seven main sections: Facilities Management Section (FMS), Finance and Budget Section (FBS), Digital and IT Management Section (DITMS), Human Resources Management Section (HRMS), Publications and Conference Management Section (PCMS), Supply Chain Management Section (SCMS) and United Nations Health Care Centre (UNHCC).
This position is located in the Publications & Conference Management Section (PCMS) within the Administration and Conference Management Division (ACMD) in the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Head of the Conference Planning & Coordination Services Unit (CPCSU), and the direct supervision of the Associate Public Information Officer.
Responsibilities
Support implementation activities for communication strategies that raise awareness, drive engagement, demonstrate the impact of the entity, and build support with target audiences.
Provide support with the monitoring, analysis and reporting of traditional, digital and social media, as well as with the creation and maintenance of media mapping.
Support drafting narratives and messaging for different channels and platforms.
Support the creation of compelling content that is optimized to reach target audiences across a range of platforms and channels.
Support the development of communications products, such as web stories, videos, photography, social media content, reports, and infographics.
Support the development and implementation of impactful communications campaigns.
Support the development and coordination of strategic communications partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to reach target audiences and maximize impact.
Support the delivery of in-person outreach and advocacy strategies and campaigns to engage target audiences.
Keep abreast of the latest trends in communications and maintain expertise in relevant and emerging technologies.
Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning
and decision making.
Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
Competencies
Professionalism
Knowledge of strategic communications principles and practices.
Knowledge of risks to information integrity, including misinformation, disinformation, hate speech, and threats in fragile, post-conflict, and crisis environments.
Strong presentation, communication, storytelling, audience adaptation and critical thinking skills.
Ability to perform analysis, modeling, and interpretation of data in support of decision-making.
Demonstrates professionalism, efficiency, accountability and commitment to achieving results.
Communication
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively.
Listens to others, correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately.
Asks questions to clarify and demonstrates interest in two-way communication.
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience.
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Client Orientation
Considers all those to whom services are provided to be clients and seeks to understand their perspective.
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships by gaining trust and respect.
Identifies client needs and matches them to appropriate solutions.
Monitors developments inside and outside the client environment to anticipate problems.
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects.
Meets timelines for delivery of products and services.
Education
High school diploma is required.
Education in History, Political Science, International Relations, Tourism and Hospitality, Communication, Journalism, Heritage Studies, Cultural Studies, Marketing, Public Administration, or Business Administration is advantageous or desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, international relations, or other relevant areas is required.
Knowledge of strategic communications principles and practices is desirable.
Knowledge of digital production and dissemination tools is desirable.
Ability to identify trends and provide insights is desirable.
Skills in developing creative content are desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
For this position, English is required.
French, Amharic, Arabic and Chinese (Mandarin) are desirable.
English: UN Level II (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).
French: UN Level II (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) – desirable.
Amharic: UN Level I (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) – desirable.
Arabic: UN Level I (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) – desirable.
Chinese (Mandarin): UN Level I (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) – desirable.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Economic Commission for Africa Communications Assistant Jobs in Ethiopia
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