Associate Public Information Officer
Organizational Context
The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) aims to deliver ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa, aligning with the 2030 SDGs and Agenda 2063. The Administration and Conference Management Division (ACMD) supports this mission. This role is situated within the Publications and Conference Management Section, specifically the Conference Management and Interpretation Unit, focusing on the Africa Hall Visitors Center.
Job Purpose
This role supports the day-to-day management and operations of the Africa Hall Visitors Center, enhancing visitor experience, visibility, and external engagement. The incumbent will track and analyze information on Africa Hall's legacy, draft communications products (press releases, web content, reports), and organize information clearance and distribution. Responsibilities include preparing drafts for UN publications, identifying information opportunities and partnerships, and organizing events. The role also involves responding to inquiries, contributing to data analysis for planning and reporting, and providing oversight and guidance to Visitors Center personnel to ensure high-quality visitor services and outputs, aligning with UN standards and procedures.
Responsibilities
Key duties include tracking, researching, and analyzing information related to Africa Hall's historical legacy and institutional role, ensuring accuracy and alignment with UN narratives. The role involves drafting and compiling various information communication products for diverse audiences, such as press releases, media packets, reports, brochures, newsletters, and web content, adhering to UN communication standards. Responsibilities extend to organizing the clearance, production, and distribution of information materials, and conducting photo and graphic research. The incumbent will prepare initial drafts for UN newsletters, periodicals, and reports concerning Africa Hall, and identify information opportunities and strategic partnerships. Additionally, the role requires organizing or participating in conferences and press briefings, responding to information inquiries, contributing to data analysis and reporting using visualization methods, and providing day-to-day oversight and guidance to Visitors Center staff to ensure quality visitor services.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration, or marketing is required. One year or more of experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism in planning and executing communication campaigns, research, analysis, and drafting written products. Strong planning and organizing abilities, including goal setting, prioritization, and resource allocation. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences. Data analysis and interpretation skills are also essential.