Communication / Public Information Assistant, LICA4 - Boa Vista

This UNOPS position at LICA4 level is advertised and open to all applicants.

Candidates must meet the essential minimum requirements of the position and candidates not citizens of the country must comply with all eligibility requirements for employment in line with the prevailing legislative prerequisites in the country. Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Communications Assistant will report to the Communications Officer and will have regular contacts within the office/unit involving exchange of information.  S/he will also have limited external contacts on routine matters.

Operational Context

The Communication/PI Assistant will report to the Head of Sub-Office and will have regular contacts within the Public Information Unit involving exchange of information. The incumbent will support the elaboration and implementation of the Office's Public Information strategy, including the coordination with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers. The Communication/PI assist will support the Sub-Office Boa Vista to implement the internal communications products and the elaboration of external and internal reports.

The incumbent will support the Senior Communication Assistant with media requests, liaise with other external entities/partners regarding public information activities and produce original content for UNHCR communication channels, ensuring the visibility of UNHCR and partners in this operation, always taking into account protection concerns and the best interest of beneficiaries. The nature of certain tasks requires discretion and confidentiality as per UNHCR standards and practices.

To step up a response to the ongoing arrival of Venezuelans in Roraima and Amazonas, UNHCR has strengthened its presence in that region to better provide basic humanitarian assistance and to support government registration, documentation and RSD processed as advocating for alternative legal pathways with protection safeguards. The Office has been also an active supporter of the voluntary relocation programme (also known as "interiorization"), implemented by the federal government since March 2018 to facilitate greater prospects for integration and to relieve the pressure on the state of Roraima. Since the end of August, the Government has accelerated the relocation process and substantially increased departures, with the aim of relocating 3,000-5,000 persons by the end of 2018.

Apart from the Venezuelan Situation, the Public Information Unit performs several other activities to highlight the plight of refugees and their achievements, to strengthen UNHCR brand visibility, to increase engagement with the refugee cause, to recognize donor's contribution and to promote a more favorable protection environment. In Boa Vista, the Public Information Unit also support in actions of Communications with Communities and is responsible of projects to stop the spread of rumors' and fake news among the people of concern.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties
¿ Ensure effective communications, visibility and knowledge management within UNHCR Roraima and to external audience.
¿ Support donor relations and donors visibility
¿ Undertake filed visits to gather the information and results related to the program
¿ Develop visibility material such as UNHCR webstories, social media content, FB ads, Twits, leaflets, monthly newsletter, share stories with HQ for special events.
¿ With input from the national Associate Reporting Officer and Program Officer, support to produce high quality program progress reports as per donors and UNHCR requirements
¿ Provide through progress reporting continuous analysis of the achievements, facilitate project review, evaluation and audits.
¿ Support Public Information activities of pacific coexistence
¿ Support the Senior Public Information Assistant in Media Relations
¿ Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G4 - 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher*
Or Completion of the Secondary Education with post-secondary training in Journalism, Advertisement, International Relations or related field and minimum 3 years of previous relevant job experience.

Field(s) of Education
Not applicable

Certificates and/or Licenses
Business Administration; Journalism;
Social Science; or other relevant field.
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience
Essential
- Working knowledge on production and management of social media tools.
- Basic knowledge on photography and video production.
- Communication and computer skills: MS Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, InDesign and internet.
- Excellent drafting skills as well as translation and interpreting skills.

Desirable
Completion of UNHCR Learning Programmes or specific training relevant to functions of position.

Functional Skills
IT-Computer Literacy
CO-Drafting and Documentation
MS-Translation
TI-Interpretation
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements
For General Service jobs: Fluency in Portuguese; Working knowledge of English and Spanish. Desirable Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination, and abuse of power.
As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates. Core Competencies
Accountability
Communication
Organizational Awareness
Teamwork & Collaboration
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Client & Result Orientation

Managerial Competencies
Not applicable.

Cross-Functional Competencies
Innovation and Creativity
Technological Awareness
Political Awareness Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. UNHCR strongly encourages qualified female, LGBTQIA+ applicants to apply. UNHCR seeks to ensure that employees are given equal career opportunities. UNHCR is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms gender, disability, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

According to the UNHCR/AI/2022/01, it is now required to all UNHCR workforce, regardless of the contract modality, to comply with health measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. For this reason, you will be requested to provide a proof of full vaccination scheme (three COVID-19 vaccine shots) during the recruitment process.

A competitive compensation is offered based on the on UN salary for Brazil. For reference, please access the web page of the International Civil Service Commission at https://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries_allowances/salaries/brazil.htm The closing date of applications is 30 August 2022 (midnight Geneva time).

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for a written test and/or oral interview.