Communication Specialist

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Mission and objectives

UNICEF is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to advocate for the protection of children's rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. UNICEF’s mandate, mission and unique attributes provide a strategic advantage in promoting and supporting transformational change to achieve sustainable coverage at scale. After more than 45 years in Lao PDR, UNICEF Lao PDR UNICEF is one of the longest-serving international organizations in the country plays an important role in supporting the government, advocating for reform and leading coordination to scale-up results.

Context

UNICEF Lao PDR works to promote and protect the rights and well-being of children and adolescents in the country. The UNV Communication Specialist, with a focus on content management and generation, will play a crucial role in raising awareness, generating public support, and promoting the understanding of UNICEF's work and objectives in Lao PDR through compelling storytelling and multimedia content. The UNV Communication Specialist will also take a key role in programme and office campaigns such as improving health and nutrition outcome activities and UNICEF Laos at 50 celebrations.

Task description

Key Responsibilities: 1. Content Development and Management: • Research, write, and edit high-quality communication materials, including articles, blogs, reports, human interest stories, and social media content. • Develop multimedia content, such as photos, videos, and infographics, to showcase UNICEF's work and impact in Lao PDR. • Manage and maintain UNICEF Lao PDR's digital assets, ensuring that all content is up-to-date, accurate, and accessible. 2. Social Media Strategy and Implementation: • Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy to increase the visibility and understanding of UNICEF's work in Lao PDR. • Create engaging and shareable content tailored for various social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of social media activities through regular reporting, adjusting the strategy as needed. 3. Information Management and Coordination: • Collect, manage, and disseminate relevant information on UNICEF's programs and activities in Lao PDR. • Coordinate with relevant colleagues to gather and produce content that showcases UNICEF's work and impact. • Collaborate with other UN agencies, NGOs, and partners to develop joint communication initiatives and materials. 4. Campaign development, support and donor visibility and reporting: • Help ensure campaigns are planned and delivered in a timely manner • Monitor and report on donor-related projects, including Improving Health and Nutrition Outcomes activities • Ensure donors such as USAID and other have strong visibility for relevant programme work • Monitor donor reporting timelines to ensure data is delivered in a timely manner 4. Capacity Building and Training: • Provide content management and generation training to UNICEF Lao PDR staff to enhance their storytelling and multimedia skills. • Support the development of guidelines and best practices for content creation, management, and dissemination. • Participate in relevant coordination meetings and working groups within UNICEF and the wider UN system.