Details
Mission and objectives
Established in 1973, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Nigeria is located in the Federal Capital territory of Abuja, with four sub-offices, to respond to population issues throughout the six geo-political zones of the country: The North-West, North- East, North-Central, South-West, South-East and South-South. Currently in its 8th Country Programme (2018-2022), UNFPA Nigeria operations prioritize the humanitarian-peace-development nexus approach, particularly in addressing the subsisting crisis in the Northeast region of the country. In addition to the humanitarian support provided to the three worst affected states of Yobe, Borno and Adamawa in the Northeast, UNFPA Nigeria supports implementation of the country’s development plans in 15 focal states: Abia, Akwa Ibom, Benue, Cross Rivers, Ebonyi, Gombe, Imo, Kaduna, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Sokoto, Kebbi, Bauchi, and Oyo as well as at the Federal level. However, it is pertinent to note that the Reproductive Health Commodities supply programme of UNFPA covers all the 36 States as well as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Consistent with the three organization-wide objectives to end preventable maternal mortality, end unmet need for family planning and end gender-based violence and harmful practices, UNFPA Nigeria also partners with non-government organizations including faith based, women and youth organizations, other UN agencies and major donors to meet the needs of the most vulnerable groups in the country including women, adolescents, and youths, as well as internally displaced persons (IDPs). The organizational goals call on holistic programming centered on building the capacity of national health systems and social structures in order to administer quality services around sexual reproductive health (SRH), family planning and Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention, mitigation and response.
Consistent with the three organization-wide objectives to end preventable maternal mortality, end unmet need for family planning and end gender-based violence and harmful practices, UNFPA Nigeria also partners with non-government organizations including faith based, women and youth organizations, other UN agencies and major donors to meet the needs of the most vulnerable groups in the country including women, adolescents, and youths, as well as internally displaced persons (IDPs). The organizational goals call on holistic programming centered on building the capacity of national health systems and social structures in order to administer quality services around sexual reproductive health (SRH), family planning and Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention, mitigation and response.
Context
Within the context of UNFPA’s 9th Country Programme, and its cooperation framework with the Nigerian Government, the UN Volunteer (UNV) will work at developing and supporting the implementation of UNFPA Nigeria’s Communication Strategy, ensuring its proper implementation and alignment with the UNFPA Global Communications Strategic Plan. The UNV will support ongoing work and opportunities for advocacy, media engagement, communications and partnerships including how to enhance core objectives, capacity in storytelling and proficiency with social media and humanitarian communication for positioning UNFPA Nigeria as the frontline health agency of the United Nations.
The UNV will work closely with UNFPA colleagues and partners to ensure optimum visibility of UNFPA activities and accurate information about the Country Office action to accelerate achievement of the 3 transformative results to eliminate maternal deaths, unmet need for family planning and gender-based violence and other harmful practices in Nigeria.
Further, the UNV will provide on-the-job capacity building for UNFPA Communications staff.
The UNV will report directly to the Communication Analyst or delegate.
The UNV will work closely with UNFPA colleagues and partners to ensure optimum visibility of UNFPA activities and accurate information about the Country Office action to accelerate achievement of the 3 transformative results to eliminate maternal deaths, unmet need for family planning and gender-based violence and other harmful practices in Nigeria.
Further, the UNV will provide on-the-job capacity building for UNFPA Communications staff.
The UNV will report directly to the Communication Analyst or delegate.
Task description
In collaboration with the CO and sub office, the Programme Assistant - Communication will be responsible to:
● Timely creation of creative assets and solutions that address emerging SRHR priorities across various media including web, mobile, social, email, etc.
● Leading the design and execution of compelling visual alternatives for multiple products and platforms that support the promotion and implementation of the UNFPA mandate across a variety of media including online, mobile, infographics, data visualization, video graphics, as well as print merchandise.
● Developing tools, templates, and guiding principles that adhere to UNFPA's diverse program requirements and communication priorities throughout its humanitarian and development contexts.
● Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain and enhance the uniform visual identity of UNFPA Nigeria, thereby ensuring proper license and use of the logo (elements) and minimizing brand misuse.
● Proposing and designing visual solutions that respond to emerging trends and requirements in online and offline spaces - thereby addressing communication opportunities and risks.
● Introducing innovative solutions for the design and marketing of UNFPA content, aimed at increasing audience engagement and interaction.
● Fulfilling other basic communication needs as required by the Country Office
● Timely creation of creative assets and solutions that address emerging SRHR priorities across various media including web, mobile, social, email, etc.
● Leading the design and execution of compelling visual alternatives for multiple products and platforms that support the promotion and implementation of the UNFPA mandate across a variety of media including online, mobile, infographics, data visualization, video graphics, as well as print merchandise.
● Developing tools, templates, and guiding principles that adhere to UNFPA's diverse program requirements and communication priorities throughout its humanitarian and development contexts.
● Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain and enhance the uniform visual identity of UNFPA Nigeria, thereby ensuring proper license and use of the logo (elements) and minimizing brand misuse.
● Proposing and designing visual solutions that respond to emerging trends and requirements in online and offline spaces - thereby addressing communication opportunities and risks.
● Introducing innovative solutions for the design and marketing of UNFPA content, aimed at increasing audience engagement and interaction.
● Fulfilling other basic communication needs as required by the Country Office
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