Communications and Social Media Consultant (Culture)

OVERVIEW

Parent Sector : Culture Sector (CLT)

Duty Station: Paris

Job Family: Culture

Type of contract : Non Staff

Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 01-OCT-2020

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

Background

In the framework of the implementation of the Culture Sector communication and outreach activities, under the overall authority of the Chief of the Communications, Cities and Events Unit (CCE), and the direct supervision of the programme specialist in charge of communication the incumbent shall provide communication and outreach content, particularly for social media and webpages, for the Culture Sector programme.

More specifically, the individual specialist shall: 

 

• Produce content in English and French in the appropriate format for social media (scripts, messages, videos, GIFs, etc.) to be disseminated on UNESCO's main social media account, including Twitter, Instagram and Facebook; ensure the format and content of the articles respect the corporate image and format required by UNESCO, ensure the planning, programming and distribution of social media content in conformity with UNESCO's policy, develop key messages and narratives for stories and news, for Culture Sector campaigns, initiatives and programmes;

 

• Contribute to the development, coordination and monitoring of Culture Sector webpages including updates, web news, language harmonization, and design improvements;

 

• Research and analyze success of communication materials and outreach (website visits, social media pick-up, community development etc.) and trends, and prepare reports including statistics;

 

• Participate in relevant strategic meetings for the enhancement of the Culture Sector communication and social media outreach.

Long Description

Deliverables and timeline

Monthly report on the activities undertaken in line with the above tasks.

 

Fees

Conforming to UNESCO rules and procedures and aligned with the qualifications required, the remuneration is 2300 euros per month.

Long Description Long Description COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Results focus (C) - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

 

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in the field of Communication, International Affairs, Cultural Policy or similar.

 

Work Experience

 

• At least one year of relevant professional experience in the field of communication, community engagement and/or advocacy, international relations or the creative economy of cultural heritage or cultural policy, preferably in a United Nations or intergovernmental organization.
• Work experience with ITC, social media platforms, communication materials, websites.

 

Languages

 

• Excellent knowledge of English or French and good knowledge of the other working language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Competencies

 

• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Rush, Spark, Wibbitz, Microsoft Office, Excel, iMovie, Hootsuite, Drupal.
• Strong social media and video production skills.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in design (eg. publication covers and layout, website graphic charter, newsletter).
• Research and analysis skills.

 

Languages

• Good knowledge of Spanish.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. 

UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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