Press and Public Information Officer (P3)
JOB DETAIL
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.
Organizational Setting
The Office for Public Information and Communication provides objective, accurate and timely information about the IAEA and nuclear developments that fosters public understanding of the IAEA’s global roles. It also provides advice to the Director General on relations with the media and organizes press briefings. The Office coordinates the communication activities for the rest of the house and assists in the media aspects of major IAEA events and conferences.
Main Purpose
The Press and Public Information Officer develops and coordinates multifaceted communication campaigns with a special emphasis on issues and events which highlight the significant contribution of the IAEA in ensuring universal access to the benefits of nuclear energy in a safe and secure environment. The incumbent also helps, when required, meet the daily and often unexpected demands of the media, seeking internal guidance on inquiries and responding, arranging interviews and accompanying visiting journalists. In addition, he/she is OPIC’s main focal point for organizing in-house briefings requested by Member States, international organizations and NGOs.
Role
The Press and Public Information Officer is: (1) a project manager, planning and coordinating strategic communication projects and briefings; (2) a media expert, working with journalists and expanding relevant media contacts to raise awareness of IAEA’s contribution to peaceful use of nuclear technology; (3) a producer of written and other materials for dissemination through the internet, traditional media and social media.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Interact with journalists and expand media contacts to increase global awareness and media coverage of the IAEA’s activities, and of its role in increasing access to nuclear technology while improving the safety and security of nuclear facilities.
Devise and implement communication campaigns, working with external consultants or agencies if appropriate, to help raise the profile of events which highlight the significant contribution of the IAEA.
Coordinate and contribute material to a wide variety of multimedia packages, as well as web and print products for use in communication campaigns.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Client orientation | Helps clients to analyse their needs. Seeks to understand service needs from the client’s perspective and ensure that the client’s standards are met. |
| Judgement/decision making | Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards. |
| Partnership building | Identifies and builds partnerships. Develops and maintains long lasting partnerships to strengthen relationships. Delivers programmatic outputs and acquires resources in support of Agency goals. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Public Information and External Relations | Creating Visibility for the Organization | Extensive working knowledge of the news media and how best to meet its needs in order to most effectively deliver the IAEA message. |
| Public Information and External Relations | External Cooperation | Ability to coordinate and manage a major media and public outreach campaign and contribute creative input. |
| Public Information and External Relations | Global Advocacy | Ability to explain the work of the IAEA in a simple, concise and interesting way to a non-scientific and global audience. |
| Public Information and External Relations | Outreach | Ability to formulate, develop and deliver proposals for media outreach to highlight IAEA activities. |
| Public Information and External Relations | Political Acumen | Awareness of the background and sensitivity of international non-proliferation, safety, security and other nuclear issues in which the IAEA is engaged. |
| Public Information and External Relations | Public Information and Communication | Proven writing skills, including on complex technical issues. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
- University degree in communication/journalism, international relations, political science or an appropriate scientific subject.
- Minimum of five years practical working experience in journalism or media relations/public information, preferably in an international context.
- Experience in reporting global and nuclear issues, preferably for multicultural audiences.
- Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $64121 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 31548*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions
General Information
- The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
- Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
- The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
- Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
- The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Evaluation process
- The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
- Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Appointment information
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
- Staff members may be assigned to any location.
- Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
- The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.
