Communication Officer
Organizational Context
UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency dedicated to achieving a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The agency supports sexual and reproductive health for all, particularly women and girls, and works to prevent gender-based violence and child marriage. In Sudan, the UN Volunteer will support the UNFPA Country Office, contributing to its mission in a challenging operating environment.
Job Purpose
The Communication Officer will support the UNFPA Sudan Country Office by implementing the country's communication strategy and ensuring donor visibility. This role is crucial for amplifying the voices of women and girls through compelling media and human-interest stories. The officer will maintain consistent branding, coordinate effectively with implementing partners, and contribute to the overall advocacy efforts of UNFPA. The position aims to enhance public awareness and support for UNFPA's mandate in Sudan, ensuring impactful communication of program achievements and needs.
Responsibilities
The Communication Officer will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Communications Unit, including managing contracts, workflows, and budgetary tools, as well as logistical support for events and outreach activities. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing communication and advocacy strategies, creating and posting content for corporate websites and social media, and drafting articles, press releases, and human-interest stories. The role involves coordinating communication focal points, building relationships with national stakeholders, donors, and media, and designing media campaigns aligned with UNFPA's mandate. Additionally, the officer will produce visual materials, draft talking points, ensure donor visibility, document UNFPA's impact through various media formats, and draft regular reports and newsletters for internal and external dissemination.
Work Experience
A minimum of three years of professional work experience in communications support is required, with at least two years at the national or international level. Experience in developing and implementing communication and advocacy strategies, utilizing social media and digital communication tools, and working within the UN or an international development organization is essential. Proficiency in various MS Office applications and strong reporting and editing skills are also necessary.
Skills
Essential skills include accountability, adaptability, creativity, sound judgment, planning, organization, professionalism, and self-management. Technical skills encompass communication, advocacy, public information, translation, interpretation, and volunteer management. The candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication abilities, interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the capacity to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.