Assistant Public Information Officer
Organizational Context
The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is a UN Secretariat entity coordinating humanitarian actors for effective emergency response. This role is within the Operations and Advocacy Division in Kyiv, Ukraine, reporting to the Public Information Officer/Head of Unit, and is open to Ukrainian nationals only.
Job Purpose
The Assistant Public Information Officer/Reporting will support OCHA Ukraine's public information programs to highlight priority humanitarian issues and major events. This involves media monitoring, supporting emergency response and preparedness communications, developing national information networks, and fostering professional relationships with key stakeholders. The role aims to enhance the effectiveness of OCHA's communication efforts and public perception of humanitarian needs and response in Ukraine.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include implementing public information programs, which involves drafting strategies, coordinating efforts, monitoring progress, and analyzing outcomes. This includes comprehensive media monitoring across various sources and languages (English, Ukrainian, Russian) to identify trends. The role involves promoting media coverage through press briefings, disseminating content, and consulting with media on story angles. Assisting in the creation of communication products like press kits and releases, developing information campaigns, and managing social media updates are also crucial. Additionally, the position requires building and maintaining professional relationships with media and other key constituencies, acting as a focal point for specific issues, and supporting the daily operations of the Public Information Office, including proofreading translations.
Work Experience
Applicants with a Master's degree are not required to have professional work experience. Those with a Bachelor's degree must have at least two years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration, or a related field. Experience in drafting, editing, and producing communication products, and collecting information from multiple sources for reporting is essential. Experience in graphic design, photo/video editing, social media, and within the UN system is desirable.
Skills
Proficiency in public information and communication approaches, tools, and methodologies. Ability to conceptualize and implement information campaigns. Strong analytical skills for integrating diverse information. Diplomatic skills for handling sensitive situations and cultivating relationships. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including drafting and editing. Media monitoring and analysis. Social media management. Graphic design, photo, and video editing (desirable). Fluency in English and Ukrainian.