Associate Communications Officer
Organizational Context
The UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), part of the UN Secretariat's Development Operations Coordination Office (DCO), support countries in achieving development priorities and SDGs. This role is situated within the UN RCO in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, operating under the UN 2.0 framework focused on data, digital innovation, and strategic foresight.
Job Purpose
The Associate Communications Officer will support the UN Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) in Santo Domingo by contributing to the implementation of communication strategies that enhance awareness, engagement, and support for UN development priorities and the SDGs. This involves monitoring media, drafting messaging, building media relationships, creating compelling content across various platforms, and developing communication campaigns. The role aims to effectively communicate the UN's work to target audiences, foster strategic partnerships, and contribute to outreach and advocacy efforts, ultimately advancing UN priorities in the Dominican Republic.
Responsibilities
Contribute to media monitoring and analysis to inform communication strategies, identifying reputational risks. Implement communication strategies to raise awareness and drive engagement with target audiences. Draft narratives and messaging for various UN initiatives across different platforms. Develop media relations by mapping outlets and fostering connections. Assist in developing media lines, especially for sensitive issues or crises. Support the planning and coordination of press conferences and media events. Create compelling content optimized for diverse platforms and channels. Produce communications materials such as press releases, web stories, and reports. Develop and execute communication campaigns with measurable impact. Coordinate strategic communication partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Support outreach and advocacy campaigns to advance UN priorities. Create content for UN radio channels and podcasts. Assist in reporting on communications activities and their effectiveness, using data visualization for insights and decision-making.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressive experience in communications or international relations is required. Demonstrated knowledge of risks to information integrity (misinformation, disinformation, hate speech) in challenging environments is essential. Experience with data visualization tools and digital media platforms is desirable. Knowledge of strategic communications principles and practices is required.
Skills
Professionalism, Communication, Planning and Organizing, Teamwork, Strategic thinking, Public speaking, Critical thinking, Media monitoring, Digital design, Content creation, Data analysis and visualization, Media relations, Crisis communication.