Digital Communications Officer

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Mission and objectives

As the United Nations lead agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and to build resilience to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is concentrated in three focus areas; sustainable development, democratic governance and peace building, and climate and disaster resilience. UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. The UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa (WACA) otherwise known as the Dakar Hub is part of the larger Regional Service Centre for Africa (RSCA) and is situated in Dakar, Senegal. It aims at strengthening resilience and sustainable development in the Sahel and WACA region by accelerating effective implementation of regional initiatives and supporting the 24 UNDP Country Offices in the region. To this effect, the Dakar Hub is well positioned to facilitate partnerships with UN regional representations in the sub-region, Regional Economic Commissions (RECs), regional and sub-regional institutions, research centers and institutes, donor representations, and other international organizations. The Dakar Hub’s offer for the region in spread out into five key areas 1. Governance; 2) Youth; 3) Renewable Energy; 4) Climate Action & 5) Livelihoods, economic recovery, and human mobility in fragile, crisis and post crisis context.

Context

UNDP’s presence in Senegal consists of both its sub-regional and country-level teams supporting both its efforts in Senegal and across 24 countries in the sub-region. At the sub-regional level, the UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa (UNDP WACA) is at the forefront of accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in West and Central Africa. Our multidimensional approach encompasses promoting good governance, fostering sustainable livelihoods, tackling climate change, enhancing community resilience, driving structural transformation, and eradicating poverty. Through a tailored blend of strategic policy support, innovative programming, robust partnerships, and comprehensive capacity-building initiatives, UNDP WACA plays a pivotal role in shaping a more resilient and prosperous future for the sub-region. It is one of three regional hubs couched within UNDP's Regional Service Centre for Africa (RSCA) and the Regional Bureau for Africa, providing specialised support to 24 countries which range from high and middle-income economies to least-developed countries and those in crisis and post-crisis settings. At the country level, UNDP Senegal works in close partnership with the Government of Senegal, communities, civil society, and international partners to help address the country's unique challenges and support the unlocking of the country’s full potential. By focusing on critical areas such as inclusive and sustainable economic growth, environmental sustainability, and governance, UNDP Senegal works to strengthen institutions, enhance social cohesion and support resilience building. Through innovation and strategic partnerships, UNDP Senegal helps implement effective, context-specific development solutions that drive long-term sustainability, empower communities and build a prosperous and resilient Senegal.

Task description

 Support the implementation of UNDP WACA and UNDP Senegal’s communications and digital engagement strategy based on corporate communications goals and priorities.  Integrate issue-based advocacy into the communications efforts around crucial thematic areas relevant to the sub-region.  Ensure key results and relevant success stories are incorporated into communications and outreach efforts.  Lead the development of communication products and materials that illustrate UNDP WACA and UNDP Senegal’s work, results and impact.  Prepare advocacy products targeting external audiences and the media.  Prepare succinct communications pieces of varying lengths for internal and external audiences.  Support strategic audience growth through various digital channels and diversification of high-quality audio-visual content.  Develop ideas for infographics, charts and images that creatively convey key messages/data.  Develop scripts and storyboards for audio-visual and digital content highlighting key issues.  Curate and present stories, images, and videos for UNDP WACA and UNDP Senegal’s digital platforms.  Prepare a range of materials, including press releases & advisories, news briefs, and fact sheets for inclusion in media kits and further public outreach.  Increase coverage and understanding of UNDP WACA and UNDP Senegal’s work through strategic media or donor outreach using innovative communication tools and various media types, including digital and social media.  Support country, regional and global public campaigns that promote UNDP as a development partner in Senegal and West and Central Africa and influence the development agenda based on current programmes and new initiatives.  Explore external engagement opportunities for existing and potential partners on joint initiatives.