Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk
Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system
for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies
among the disaster reduction activities of the United Nations and regional
organizations and activities in both developed and less developed countries.
Led by the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General for
Disaster Risk Reduction (SRSG), UNDRR has over 120 staff located in its
headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and in regional offices. Specifically,
UNDRR guides, monitors, analyses and reports on progress in the implementation
of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, supports
regional and national implementation of the Framework and catalyzes action and
increases global awareness to reduce disaster risk working with UN Member
States and a broad range of partners and stakeholders, including civil
society, the private sector, parliamentarians and the science and technology
community.
This temporary position is for a period of nine (9) months, and is located in
the UNDRR Regional Office for Arab States (RAOS) in Cairo. The incumbent
reports to the Chief of the Regional office.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the
following duties:
Contributes to the development and implementation of effective communications,
outreach, branding and other resource mobilization mechanisms and tools to
enhance the visibility of UNDRR in the region, in close collaboration with
counterparts in the Communication and Advocacy Section. Participates in the
planning, development and implementation of communication and advocacy
campaigns at the regional level; where appropriate, works with partners in the
regions, including UN departments, funds and agencies to develop ways to
implement campaigns system-wide and to incorporate the campaign message and
themes into all relevant events and products. Contributes, when appropriate,
to UNDRR press releases, newsletters, periodicals, reports and publications.
Builds information networks at the regional level; Contributes to publications
programme; participates in the production of materials for
print/electronic/voice/visual media.
Provide substantive inputs for the development of strategic partnerships with
key constituencies at the regional level to solicit support for and maximize
impact of communication and advocacy objectives; Upon delegation from the
Chief of the Regional Office, serves as a liaison to media organizations,
governmental bodies, national groups, private sector organizations,
educational organizations, international organizations, as required.
Under the guidance of the Chief of the Regional Office, and in collaboration
with the Chief, Resource Mobilization Section in Geneva, contribute to the
effective management of donor relationships in the region ensures coordinated
regular contact with donors based in the region; facilitates the promotion of
cooperation agreement strategies and operational alliances with donors in the
region. Ensures ongoing analysis of resource mobilization needs and
opportunities; stays abreast of latest donor and funding trends; Under the
supervision of the Chief of the Regional Office and the guidance of the Chief,
Resources Mobilization Section, drafts funding proposals to donors as
appropriate; ensures effective follow-up; and ensures timely and quality
reporting to the donors, as required.
Upon request from the Chief of the Regional Office, represents UNDRR at inter-
agency meetings, seminars, etc. on resource mobilization and related
partnership initiatives/issues, fulfils speaking engagements and makes
presentations to groups on UNDRR activities and advocate issues of concern:
organizes media coverage and arranges for media contacts, briefings, and
interviews; organizes seminars, lectures, conferences, public events on major
issues and events concerning the organization.
May perform other duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of the full range of communications approaches,
tools, and methodologies essential to planning and executing effective
campaign strategies and programmes, e.g. campaign management, media
operations, marketing and promotion, audience outreach, message targeting.
Knowledge of relevant internal policies and business activities/issues.
Ability to establish and foster successful partnerships and collaborations.
Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied
sources. Ability to identify public affairs issues, opportunities and risks in
an international environment. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive
situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships.
Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear,
concise style. Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences.
Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence
and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting
commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by
professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with
difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes
responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal
participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others,
correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks
questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates
openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed
strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities
as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing
work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and
adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and
different options to solve problems or meet client needs. Promotes and
persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and
unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box." Takes an interest in new ideas and
new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional
approaches.
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in
communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or
related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with
two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of
the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in resource
mobilization, partnerships building, public information, communication,
advocacy campaigns or related area is required.
Experience working in fundraising is required.
Experience in social media is desirable.
Experience working on advocacy campaigns within the United Nations System or
similar international organization is desirable.
Experience in managing the communication element of major international
events/conferences is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required;
knowledge of French is desirable; knowledge of Arabic is also desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which
may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
This position is temporarily available for a period of nine (9) months.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to
assignment by him. In this context, all staff are expected to move
periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established
rules and procedures. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the
United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary
assignment. While this temporary assignment may provide the successful
applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for
this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future
incumbency of the post. Subject to the funding source of the position, the
eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based
at the duty station.
Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach
the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the
current temporary need period are not eligible to apply. Submitting an
application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay
or increase the mandatory age of separation. Retirees above the mandatory age
of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening
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retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational
requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are
qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the
proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or
redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-
effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance
in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this
position. In line with the overall United Nations policy, the UN Office for
Disaster Risk Reduction encourages a positive workplace culture which embraces
inclusivity and leverages diversity within its workforce. Measures are applied
to enable all staff members to contribute equally and fully to the work and
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