National Communication and Visibility Expert

​Requisition ID: 3727
Grade: SB5 – Local Professional (Mid-Level & Senior)
Country: Tunisia
Duty Station: Tunis
Category: National Consultant
Type of Job Posting: Internal and External
Employment Type: NonStaff – Regular
Contract Duration: 6 months
Application deadline: 13-May-2024, 11:59 PM (CEST)

Vacancy Announcement
TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT OF PROJECT PERSONNEL
Only nationals or permanent residents of the country of the duty station are considered eligible.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability. The mission of UNIDO, as described in the Lima Declaration adopted at the fifteenth session of the UNIDO General Conference in 2013 as well as the Abu Dhabi Declaration adopted at the eighteenth session of UNIDO General Conference in 2019, is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in Member States. The relevance of ISID as an integrated approach to all three pillars of sustainable development is recognized by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which will frame United Nations and country efforts towards sustainable development. UNIDO’s mandate is fully recognized in SDG-9, which calls to “Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation”. The relevance of ISID, however, applies in greater or lesser extent to all SDGs. Accordingly, the Organization’s programmatic focus is structured in four strategic priorities: Creating shared prosperity; Advancing economic competitiveness; Safeguarding the environment; and Strengthening knowledge and institutions.

Each of these programmatic fields of activity contains a number of individual programmes, which are implemented in a holistic manner to achieve effective outcomes and impacts through UNIDO’s four enabling functions: (i) technical cooperation; (ii) analytical and research functions and policy advisory services; (iii) normative functions and standards and quality-related activities; and (iv) convening and partnerships for knowledge transfer, networking and industrial cooperation. Such core functions are carried out in Divisions/Offices in its Headquarters, Regional Offices and Hubs and Country Offices.

The UNIDO Country Office (CO) covers UNIDO’s programs in Tunisia and is responsible for representing UNIDO in the host country to promote the Organization as an effective development partner and to maintain close contacts with local stakeholders at the country level, including Government Institutions and International Entities.

The UNIDO Country Representative (UCR) leads the activities of the CO: identifying national development priorities and donor financing in the host country and covered countries; contributing to the formulation and development of technical cooperation projects and programs, in collaboration with relevant technical departments and other appropriate organizational units; coordinating and reporting on UNIDO activities in the host country; providing inputs into the development of regional strategies and policies; and strengthening dialogue with the government, private sector, other United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral assistance providers, including development financing institutions.

MISSION OBJECTIVES AND FRAMEWORK

For over three decades, Tunisia and UNIDO have been closely cooperating. The beginning of this partnership dates back over 30 years when UNIDO established its dedicated mission in the mid-1990s. This longstanding collaboration between Tunisia and UNIDO encompasses a diverse range of initiatives and projects, all working towards the common goal of promoting inclusive and sustainable industrial development.

This shared objective underscores their joint commitment to creating new economic prospects, improving quality of life, and promoting a robust and environmentally respectful future.

The current collaboration involves the implementation of 12 projects under UNIDO’s direction, with a total budget of approximately 35 million US dollars. These projects cover several sectors, including crafts, agriculture, environment, industry 4.0, promoting women’s empowerment, and fostering Arab cooperation in accreditation.

With the aim of highlighting the results and achievements obtained in Tunisia, the UNIDO Office in Tunisia is considering hiring a local expert in communication and visibility to:

1. Enhance visibility and ensure consistency of UNIDO’s identity in Tunisia among its various partners and stakeholders;
2. Raise awareness about projects and activities currently being implemented by UNIDO in Tunisia;
3. Harmonize internal and external communication around the various ongoing projects and activities;
4. Raise public awareness about development issues addressed by UNIDO.

Given his position, the National Expert in Communication and Visibility is expected to manage the update and implementation of the communication strategy of the UNIDO Country Office (CO) in Tunisia, with the aim of ensuring better visibility of UNIDO Tunisia projects, through the implementation of the following tasks.

MAIN TASKS

Under the direct supervision of the UNIDO Representative in Tunisia and in collaboration with the communication teams of the various ongoing projects, the position holder will undertake the following tasks:

• Develop, in close collaboration with the UNIDO Representative in Tunisia, program coordinators, communication teams of each program, and UNIDO International:

– A comprehensive institutional communication strategy for the Tunisia office, aimed at ensuring coherence and identity of UNIDO in Tunisia and enhancing visibility of national and regional projects.

– An internal communication strategy aimed at effectively sharing information regarding different projects and promoting synergies while avoiding duplication of efforts.

• Update and implement the communication and visibility strategy/plan in collaboration with project teams in Tunisia and in accordance with UNIDO communication guidelines.
• Manage communication campaigns with project teams in Tunisia to reach target audiences and objectives, aligning with UNIDO communication guidelines.
• Collaborate with the UNIDO Country Representative (CR) in Tunisia to coordinate communication policies and channels to be used for the project, including guidance for UNIDO’s participation in project events and pre- and post-event publications.
• Develop a set of bilingual (French and English) promotional communication and visibility materials bearing the project’s visual identity, including, among others, newsletter and fact sheet templates on ongoing implementation projects, press kits, brochures, billboards, project banners, etc.
• Develop a proposal for a semi-annual newsletter for the projects and prepare for dissemination.
• Develop and regularly update communication elements on the project’s digital channels such as key messages, visuals, impact stories for national, regional, and local media, websites, as well as appropriate content for social media platforms.
• Manage online/offline events such as preparing press releases and media advisories.
• Promote donor and project visibility.
• Coordinate with service providers regarding desktop publishing, graphic design, and technical writing/editing of visibility materials, ensuring compliance with UNIDO communication guidelines.
• Provide high-quality action photographs and videos of project activities, and if possible, short documentary films about the project.
• Coordinate with communication focal points of various ongoing projects in developing consistent common supports aligned with UNIDO’s identity.
• Maintain a database of all communication and visibility materials, as well as produced photographs.
• Submit a final report including the updated communication and visibility strategy/plan, as well as the annual communication work plan.

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Education

An advanced university degree in communication, journalism, information, or any other relevant discipline is required.

Technical and Functional Experience

At least 5 years of practical experience in the field of communication and visibility, including international experience involving technical cooperation in developing countries, are required. Experience in using various software to develop visibility materials is necessary. Experience in donor-funded programs is desirable.

Languages

Proficiency in English, French, and Arabic, both written and spoken, is required.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Core values
WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.

WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently in a committed and responsible manner.

WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively, respectfully and inclusively, regardless of our differences in culture and perspective.

Key competencies
WE FOCUS ON PEOPLE: cooperate to fully reach our potential –and this is true for our colleagues as well as our clients. Emotional intelligence and receptiveness are vital parts of our UNIDO identity.

WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: focus on planning, organizing and managing our work effectively and efficiently. We are responsible and accountable for achieving our results and meeting our performance standards. This accountability does not end with our colleagues and supervisors, but we also owe it to those we serve and who have trusted us to contribute to a better, safer and healthier world.

WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively with one another and build an environment of trust where we can all excel in our work.

WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: To stay relevant, we continuously improve, support innovation, share our knowledge and skills, and learn from one another

This appointment is limited to the specified project(s) only and does not carry any expectation of renewal.
Employees of UNIDO are expected at all times to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and respect for diversity, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for jobs at UNIDO.

All applications must be submitted online through the Online Recruitment System. Correspondence will be undertaken only with candidates who are being considered at an advanced phase of the selection process. Selected candidate(s) may be required to disclose to the Director General the nature and scope of financial and other personal interests and assets in respect of themselves, their spouses and dependents, under the procedures established by the Director General.

Visit the UNIDO website for details on how to apply: www.unido.org

NOTE: The Director General retains the discretion to make an appointment to this post at a lower level.

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