Associate Communications Officer
Organizational Context
The UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO) support countries in achieving development priorities and SDGs, operating under the UN Secretariat's reform. This role is within the UN RCO in Mogadishu, Somalia, reporting to the Head of the RCO. The office is part of a recalibrated system focused on data, digital innovation, and mission-driven culture to accelerate the 2030 Agenda.
Job Purpose
The Associate Communications Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the UN Resident Coordinator's Office in Mogadishu by implementing and contributing to communications strategies. This involves gathering media insights, drafting compelling narratives, and creating content across various platforms to raise awareness, drive engagement, and build support for UN priorities. The role requires fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including media, government officials, and civil society, to enhance the UN's visibility and impact. Additionally, the position involves media monitoring, event coordination, and contributing to reporting and data analysis to inform communication efforts and ensure alignment with the UN's mission and the 2030 Agenda.
Responsibilities
Contribute to gathering and analyzing media monitoring insights to inform communications strategy and identify reputational risks. Implement communications strategies to raise awareness, drive engagement, and build support for UN initiatives. Draft narratives and messaging for diverse audiences across multiple channels. Develop media relationships and prepare media lines, especially for crisis situations. Plan and coordinate press conferences, briefings, and media events. Create compelling content optimized for various platforms and produce communications products like press releases and reports. Develop and implement communications campaigns and strategic partnerships. Support outreach and advocacy efforts. Create content for radio and podcasts. Assist in preparing reports and inputs for governmental bodies. Stay updated on communication trends and technologies. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information securely. Monitor, analyze, and report on the effectiveness of communications activities. Contribute to data collection, analysis, and visualization for data-driven planning and reporting.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of progressive experience in developing and implementing communications strategies is required. Demonstrated knowledge of strategic communications principles and practices is necessary. Experience in developing creative content, understanding digital media platforms, conducting research and data analysis, and tailoring messages for diverse audiences is desirable.
Skills
Professionalism, critical thinking, public speaking, digital design, presentation skills, data analysis and interpretation, communication (written and verbal), planning and organizing, media monitoring, content creation, strategic communications, digital media platforms, research and analysis, message tailoring.