Public Information Officer, Tjo
Organizational Context
This position is based within the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine in Vienna, Austria, established by the Human Rights Council. The role operates under the overall supervision of the Coordinator of the Secretariat for the Commission, contributing to its mandate and scope.
Job Purpose
The Public Information Officer will lead the strategy, planning, development, and implementation of complex communications campaigns for the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine. This involves advising management, building strategic partnerships with diverse stakeholders including media and governmental bodies, and serving as a key liaison. The role requires creating and overseeing a range of communication products, managing publications, and representing the institution at meetings and events. Additionally, the officer will build information networks, develop outreach activities, and contribute to the unit's operational and administrative functions, potentially coordinating and mentoring junior staff to ensure effective communication and advocacy for the Commission's objectives.
Responsibilities
Lead the strategy, planning, development, and implementation of large-scale communications campaigns, ensuring alignment with departmental and agency-wide objectives. Identify funding sources and secure support for major campaigns. Provide expert advice and guidance on public affairs, communication strategies, and issue resolution to management and staff. Cultivate strategic partnerships with key constituencies to enhance promotional impact and serve as a primary liaison with media, governmental bodies, and other organizations. Oversee the creation of diverse information and communication products, including drafting complex materials for UN publications and editing content. Evaluate the effectiveness of communication activities, report on trends, and represent the institution at meetings, conferences, and public events. Develop and manage outreach activities, information networks, and publication programs, producing materials for various media formats. Assist in the unit's daily operations, including coordination, policy dissemination, and administrative support, potentially leading and mentoring public information staff.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressive experience in public information, journalism, international relations, or public administration is required. Experience in providing media advice to intergovernmental or expert bodies is desirable, as is experience within or concerning the region.
Skills
Professionalism, Communication, Teamwork, Planning and Organizing, strategic planning, campaign development and implementation, media relations, public affairs, partnership building, content creation, reporting, public speaking, network building, outreach activities, publications management, team coordination, mentoring.