Reports Officer

The Reports Officer is tasked to write, edit, coordinate and quality-assure both regular and special informational reporting on UNICEF programmes and advocacy for both regular development programme and humanitarian/emergency response. S/He ensures consistently high-quality information products and provides direct editing support to donor reports.

Under the direct Supervision of the Advocacy and Communication Specialist in the Advocacy and Communication Section, the post shall undertake the following responsibilities:

Writing, analyzing, editing and synthesizing reports:

• Synthesize complex and large volumes of information from multiple sources,
• Edit and write in relatable, engaging language for wider audiences but also for specialized audiences as appropriate.
• Systematically screen and cross-check internal and external reports, sitreps, information and communication material for accuracy and consistency.
• Handle research and quality assurance of key publications. Support with advice on editorial issues.

Communication asset preparation:

• Prepare and systematically update information material (Fact Sheets, FAQs, backgrounders, data tables), briefings, and presentations on the required situations, advocacy and programme activities.
• Support information gathering and information flow across sections and programmes within the CO.
• Prepare advocacy, communication, programmatic presentations, memos, and briefings to be used by the Representative at internal and external briefings.
• Support social media coverage and write or supervise and edit web stories. Ensure UNICEF and partner branding guidance is adhered throughout the communication asset production.

 Donor reports and proposals:

• Supervise the edit elements of proposals and reports for public and private sector donors
• Coordinate development of the visibility and recognition plans for all the Programme Sections in collaboration with the Office of the Deputy Representative, PME and section chiefs and consultants.
• Build capacity of the office to improve donor proposals and report writing.

Support team planning, monitoring, and evaluation:

• Assist the Chief in team planning, monitoring, and reporting across the advocacy and communication portfolio, to ensure effective delivery and reporting of priority projects.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Section and Chief as needed, including as officer-in-charge.
• Assist in providing feedback to Global and Regional Communication and Advocacy teams on the use and appropriateness of global and regional communication materials such as publications, images and multimedia products.
• Ensure good quality data collection, analysis and evaluation and reporting to ensure effective communication strategies, planning and effective and efficient advocacy.
• Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful advocacy and communication experiences as directed by supervisor.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

Education: 

• University degree in Political and Social Sciences, Humanities, Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, English Language and Literature, Creative Writing, or a related field.

Work Experience:

• Two (2) years practical professional work experience in report writing, editing, compilation, communication, in print and broadcast media, or interactive digital media.

Language Requirements:

• Fluent in English and Pilipino both written and oral.

Source: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/577321