Background
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UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. As Uganda’s partner of choice for development knowledge sharing, building and strengthening national capacities, UNDP continues to ensure that the achievement of the global Agenda 2030 and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) remains a key item on the national agenda. Although priorities have evolved over the years, UNDP’s commitment to Uganda continues to be to empower lives and build a resilient nation.
The UNDP Uganda Communications and Partnerships Unit leads Country Office efforts to position UNDP as a development thought leader and trusted partner in Uganda, across the region and globally. The team plays a multidisciplinary role to produce communications materials and resources, deliver advocacy and visibility campaigns, enhance partner and donor relations, and contribute to resource mobilization and development cooperation efforts.
The Communications and Partnerships Assistant will support to implement the corporate communications strategy, designs, manages and facilitates the implementation of the Country Office communications and publication strategies which are geared to influence overall efforts to support Uganda’s Vision 2040, accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during the decade of action, the third National Development Plan (NDP III: 2020/21-2024/25), the UN Sustainable Development Framework (UNSCDF) and UNDP’s Country Programme Document (2021-2025).
Duties and Responsibilities
Support in Designing and implementing the Communication Plans
• Prepare and conduct communications needs assessments for CO projects;
• Support implementation of the Country Office Partnerships and Communication Action Plan (PCAP);
• Support the work of consultants related to all communication and creative products such as web design, videography, social media products, infographics, publication design, etc;
• Identify and develop storylines for publications contributing to development issues;
• Contribute to UNDP Uganda’s publication activities (project updates, infographics, human interest stories, annual report, newsletters, etc.
• Assist in updating CO website in line with corporate guidelines.
• Maintain database of digital content for websites and social media platforms.
• Prepare TORs for hiring vendors and suppliers to create content for digital communications.
Support in designing and Implementing Advocacy Campaigns
• Support the dissemination of corporate advocacy materials for launching flagship activities and publications such as the Human Development Report.
• Provide logistical support to UNDP campaigns, joint UN campaigns and/or events, and to organization of other publicity/outreach/promotional opportunities for country office programmes and projects.
• Draft, review and disseminate talking points, Op-Eds, media features, and project factsheets.
• Support One UN communications efforts and participate in the United Nations Communications Group (UNCG).
• Increase coverage and understanding of UNDP’s work in the country through development and maintenance of media contacts and providing newsworthy information to media, public and donors;
• Prepare and disseminate media advisories, press releases, and timely informative responses to media enquiries.
• Monitor print, radio, and online press to compile media coverage updates and distribute press briefs to relevant CO unit/staff.
Support in strengthening Partner Relations
• Support the compilation of key information for sharing with partners and donors.
• Assist on the design and implementation of effective communication materials for strategic targeting of partners and donors.
• Support Country Office resource mobilization and business development efforts.
Support Knowledge Management
• Effectively respond to inquiries for public information materials.
• Support the design and publication of country-specific communication for development materials.
• Facilitate UNDP Uganda internal knowledge building and management through identification and synthesis of best practices, and proactive information sharing and collaboration with the Project and Management Support Unit for the enhancement of reporting, communications, and monitoring and evaluation.
• Participate in data collation and information sharing on UNDP web-based knowledge management systems and collaboration platforms.
Competencies
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Communication – Ability to creatively communicate concepts in an engaging and simple way
Brand & quality management – Ability to position a UNDP brand and uphold it to a high level of quality
Communication – Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. .Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
UN policy knowledge – Ethics -Knowledge and understanding of the UN Staff Regulations and Rules and other policies relating to ethics and integrity
Customer Satisfaction/Client Management – Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers’ needs.
• Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy.
• Look for ways to add value beyond clients’ immediate requests.
• Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Secondary education is required.
A university degree in Information Technology, Information Management, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or an equivalent field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement
Minimum of 5 years (with secondary education) or 2 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant working experience , in communications, advocacy, partner relations at the country-level is required.
Experience:
Experience in design and implementation of communications policies and procedures is required.
Experience in design and implementation of communications and advocacy campaigns is required.
Track record of successful engagement and direct experience of strategic engagement with partners is required.
Prior experience working in the UN or other international development organization is an asset.
Demonstrated expertise in donor engagement and development
Cooperation is desired.
Demonstrated track record in communication for development (C4D) and strategic advocacy and communications of country programmes is desired.
Proven track record of oral and written communications skills and demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills are assets
Disclaimer
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
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Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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