Communication Associate G6
External Vacancy Announcement
No. WFP/GHA/ACC/COMMS/OCTOBER/2022
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE
Deadline for Application: 10 days from day of publication
The office of the United Nations World Food Programme invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the vacancy below.
Job Title : Communications Associate (Digital and Multimedia)
Duration : 1 year (Renewable)
Post Grade : G6
Duty Station : Accra
JOB PURPOSE:
Under the overall supervision of the Country Director, and direct supervision of the Partnerships and Communications Officer, in Accra; the Communications Associate will be expected to perform the following duties:
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform specialized communications processes and activities, to support the development, preparation, execution and dissemination of social media campaigns for target audiences.
- Produce high-quality video, film, photographic and radio material or provide coordination support to ensure the timely and effective delivery of such materials. Manage the storage and distribution of audio/visual materials in accordance with relevant policies.
- Design and implement a strategy and prepare content for use on social media platforms and networks, and printed materials, to enhance coverage and support of WFP’s activities, ensuring consistency with corporate messages.
- Monitor traditional and social media, and report relevant information to senior staff to inform the development and/or evaluation of communications activities and strategies.
- Conduct research, prepare reports and provide data that enables informed decision-making on social media trends and opportunities.
- Serve as an information focal point, support and/or coordinate traditional and social media coverage of events to optimize publicity of WFP’s activities.
- Implement improvements to communications methods and practices, to contribute to a better flow of information about WFP’s work to the media and stakeholders.
- Distribute and promote communications guidelines for WFP staff to refer to when creating content.
- Define and implement a strategy for digital platforms, especially Twitter, FaceBook and YouTube.
- Produce content for brand building visibility and publications.
- Perform any other duties as provided from time to time.
Minimum Academic Qualifications
Education: A University degree in Social Sciences, Film and Video production, Journalism, Mass communication, or other field relevant to Communication and Digital and Multimedia.
A master’s degree and experience in any of the above fields is an added advantage.
Desired Experiences for Entry into the role:
A minimum of six years of professional experience relevant to Digital and Multimedia
Communication or in other related fields.
Language: Fluency and Good Command of the English language is essential
Applicants should submit their applications and CV stating 3 references online to: www1.wfp.org/careers/job.openings and follow the steps.
Qualified Female Candidates are encouraged to apply
People living with disability are also encouraged to apply
Only shortlisted candidates meeting the criteria will be contacted
